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's-Gravenwezel Observatory

Belgium · Europe
✦ 51.2626, 4.5608

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About this observatory

's-Gravenwezel Observatory is a small astronomical observatory in the Province of Antwerp, Belgium.

About 's-Gravenwezel Observatory

The observatory is registered with the Minor Planet Center under observatory code 145, allowing its astrometric observations to be logged and compared with data from observatories elsewhere tracking asteroids and other minor bodies.

Location & getting there

The observatory is situated in the Province of Antwerp, in the Flanders region of northern Belgium, an area with a mix of small towns and countryside not far from the city of Antwerp itself.

Visiting 's-Gravenwezel Observatory

Public information about visiting hours or tours is limited, suggesting this is a smaller or private facility. Anyone interested in visiting should search locally or check for contact details before planning a trip.

See your named star from here

Even a modest local observatory can be pointed at the coordinates of a star you've named. If you've dedicated a star through Star Register, you can find its exact position in the star catalogue and share it with observatory staff or a nearby astronomy club with a telescope.

Opening hours

Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.

Frequently asked questions
It is located in the Province of Antwerp, in the Flanders region of northern Belgium.
Yes, it holds Minor Planet Center observatory code 145.
Detailed public visiting information isn't readily available, so it's best to check locally before planning a trip.
Location
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's-Gravenwezel Observatory, Antwerp Province, Belgium | Star-Register.eu