Sadabell Astronomical Society

Founded in 1960 by four amateur astronomers, the Agrupació Astronòmica de Sabadell, known as the Sadabell Astronomical Society, is based in Sabadell near Barcelona, Spain.

About Sadabell Astronomical Society

The society has grown into one of Spain's largest and most respected amateur astronomy associations. Its modern observatory opened in 1993 on a hilltop site donated by then-mayor Antoni Farrés, and it remains a hub for members and the public alike.

History

Since its founding in 1960, the society built up its facilities over more than three decades before opening the current hilltop observatory in 1993, cementing its place among Spain's established amateur astronomy institutions.

Telescopes & research

The observatory's main instrument is a 50cm telescope, used for both amateur research and public observation sessions organised by the society.

Location & getting there

The observatory sits on a hilltop near Sabadell, a city close to Barcelona in Catalonia, Spain, giving members clearer horizons than the city centre below.

Visiting Sadabell Astronomical Society

The society runs public observation sessions from its hilltop observatory; check the society's website for the current schedule before visiting.

See your named star from here

With a 50cm telescope and decades of observing experience, the society's members are well equipped to help track down the coordinates behind a named star certificate. Discover more named stars in our catalogue.