Savigny-le-Temple observatory
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Savigny-le-Temple observatory is a small astronomical facility roughly 35 kilometres southeast of Paris, France, run as an amateur operation within reach of the capital.
About Savigny-le-Temple observatory
The site is registered with the International Astronomical Union under observatory code B00, indicating it has contributed recognised astronomical observations from its location outside Paris.
Location & getting there
Situated about 35 kilometres southeast of central Paris, the observatory lies within the wider Île-de-France region, making it a relatively accessible amateur site for those in or visiting the greater Paris area.
Visiting Savigny-le-Temple observatory
No public opening hours or tour details are currently documented for this site, so anyone hoping to visit should search for a local astronomy association or check recent listings before travelling.
See your named star from here
An amateur observatory with its own IAU code is exactly the sort of place where the coordinates behind a Star Register certificate come to life, since observers here work with the same right ascension and declination system used to track a named star. See our star-naming packages or explore more sites in the observatory catalogue.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.
