Volkssternwarte Singen
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On the roof of the Zeppelin-Realschule in southwestern Singen am Hohentwiel, Germany, Volkssternwarte Singen has been introducing local school groups and the public to astronomy since 1983.
About Volkssternwarte Singen
The observatory is run by the non-profit Astronomische Arbeitsgemeinschaft Volkssternwarte Singen e.V., founded in 1983 by a group of amateur astronomers with a focus on science education for young people. The association organises lectures and observing sessions aimed particularly at school groups.
Location & getting there
Volkssternwarte Singen sits atop the Zeppelin-Realschule building in southwestern Singen am Hohentwiel, Germany, at an elevation of about 429 metres.
Visiting Volkssternwarte Singen
The association welcomes school groups and the public to its lectures and observing sessions. Since it's a volunteer-run programme, check the observatory's website for current dates before planning a visit.
See your named star from here
Volunteer astronomers at Volkssternwarte Singen can point a telescope at precise sky coordinates, including a star named through star-register.eu. Name a star as a gift, or browse the catalogue of stars already named.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check the official website and Google Maps for current times before you travel.
