St Paul Observatory
Satellite imagery: Esri, Maxar, Earthstar Geographics
St Paul Observatory lies on Reunion Island, the French island in the Indian Ocean, in a region known for some of the clearest night skies in the French territories.
About St Paul Observatory
Public information about St Paul Observatory itself is limited, but it sits within Reunion Island's broader astronomical scene. The island is home to established stargazing sites such as the Observatoire des Makes and the OPAR research network, reflecting a local tradition of both amateur and professional astronomy on this volcanic island.
Location & getting there
Reunion Island sits in the Indian Ocean, a French overseas territory known for dark skies away from its coastal towns. St Paul Observatory's coordinates place it on the island's western side.
Visiting St Paul Observatory
We don't have confirmed visiting hours or ticketing details for this site. If you are planning a trip, check the observatory's own channels or Reunion's tourism board before you travel, as access to smaller astronomical sites on the island can vary.
See your named star from here
Reunion's dark, unpolluted skies make it a rewarding place to look for a star named through star-register.eu. Search the star catalogue or pick a naming package for the coordinates, then find them in the sky above the island.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.