Versailles Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines Observatory

The Versailles Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines Observatory sits in Guyancourt, in the Yvelines department west of Paris, France, where it has operated as a university research site since 2009.

About Versailles Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines Observatory

The observatory is affiliated with Versailles Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines University (UVSQ). Rather than focusing on deep-sky imaging, its research programme centres on climate change and sustainable development, making it part of the university's environmental science network.

History

The observatory was built in Guyancourt in 2009, giving UVSQ a dedicated site for climate-related research close to its main campus.

Location & getting there

Guyancourt lies in the Île-de-France region, within the greater Paris metropolitan area, making the observatory relatively accessible from central Paris by road or regional rail.

Visiting Versailles Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines Observatory

As a university research facility, opening hours and public access are not standardised; check the official OVSQ website or contact the university directly before planning a visit.

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