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Terres Blanches observatory

France · Europe
✦ 43.8783, 5.6667

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About this observatory

Terres Blanches observatory, known in French as l'Observatoire des Terres Blanches, sits near Reillanne, in the Provence region of southern France.

About Terres Blanches observatory

Detailed public information about Terres Blanches observatory is limited. What is confirmed is its location in Reillanne, a small commune in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence department, an area known for its rural, relatively dark skies.

Location & getting there

Reillanne sits in Provence, in south-eastern France, in a hilly, sparsely populated part of the region well away from major cities.

Visiting Terres Blanches observatory

No public opening hours or booking details are currently confirmed for this site. Check current listings or contact local Provençal astronomy groups before planning a visit.

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Opening hours

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

Frequently asked questions
It is located near Reillanne, in the Provence region of south-eastern France.
No public visiting information is currently confirmed, so check locally before planning a trip.
In French it is known as l'Observatoire des Terres Blanches.
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