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Sainte Helene Observatory

France · Europe
✦ 44.9737, -0.8917

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About this observatory

Sainte Helene Observatory is an astronomical observatory located near Sainte-Hélène, in the Gironde department of southwestern France.

About Sainte Helene Observatory

Public records for this site are limited, but its listed coordinates place it in France's Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, an area of mixed farmland and forest not far from Bordeaux.

Location & getting there

The observatory sits in a rural part of southwestern France, away from major city lights - the details on this page are based on the coordinates we have on record.

Visiting Sainte Helene Observatory

We don't have confirmed opening hours or public access details for this site. If you're planning a visit, check with local astronomy clubs or regional tourism offices before you travel.

See your named star from here

Wherever you're observing from in this part of France, a named star's coordinates stay the same. If you've named a star with us, look up its position in our catalogue and try to spot it on a clear night.

Opening hours

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

Frequently asked questions
Near Sainte-Hélène in the Gironde department of southwestern France.
We don't have confirmed public access details; check local astronomy clubs or tourism offices before travelling.
The site is in a rural part of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, an area with relatively dark countryside skies away from Bordeaux's lights.
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