Saarbruecken Rastpfuhl observatory
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Saarbruecken Rastpfuhl observatory is recorded as an astronomical observatory site in Saarland, Germany, named for the Rastpfuhl district of Saarbrücken.
About Saarbruecken Rastpfuhl observatory
Rastpfuhl is a district within Saarbrücken's Malstatt area, historically part of the Prussian Rhine Province. Detailed public information about the observatory itself, including its founding and instruments, is limited.
Location & getting there
The site is located in Saarland, in south-western Germany near the French border. Check current local sources for the exact access point before planning a trip.
Visiting Saarbruecken Rastpfuhl observatory
We don't have confirmed opening hours or public access information for this site. If you're interested in visiting, look for a current website or ask local Saarland astronomy clubs.
See your named star from here
Under the night sky above Saarland, the coordinates from a named star certificate can be found with any telescope. See more named stars in our catalogue.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.
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