Rio Cofio observatory
Satellite imagery: Esri, Maxar, Earthstar Geographics
Río Cofío observatory is located near Robledo de Chavela, in the Community of Madrid, Spain, an area also known for hosting major space infrastructure.
About Río Cofío observatory
The observatory contributes to observational astronomy in a region already tied to space science; nearby stands NASA's Madrid Deep Space Communications Complex (MDSCC), one of just three ground stations tracking spacecraft across the solar system.
Location & getting there
The observatory sits along the Río Cofío near Robledo de Chavela, in the Community of Madrid, an area popular for outdoor activities and stargazing alike.
Visiting Río Cofío observatory
Opening hours and public access are not widely published; check locally before planning a visit.
See your named star from here
Near a site that already tracks spacecraft across the solar system, you can also find the precise coordinates of a named star in our star catalogue.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.
