Waizenreuth Observatory
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Waizenreuth Observatory is a small astronomical site near Weidenberg, in the Bavaria region of Germany, part of the country's network of amateur and research observing stations.
About Waizenreuth Observatory
The site is catalogued as an astronomical observatory in Bavaria and carries the Minor Planet Center observation code K64, assigned to stations that contribute positional data on asteroids and minor planets. Codes like this let observers worldwide credit and cross-check observations made from the same physical location over time.
Location & getting there
Waizenreuth lies in Bavaria, in Germany, within Europe's densely populated stretch of amateur observatories. The surrounding countryside near Weidenberg offers relatively dark rural skies compared with nearby cities, which is likely part of why the site was chosen for astronomical work.
Visiting Waizenreuth Observatory
No public opening hours or tour information are published for this site. If you would like to visit, check for current details from local astronomy clubs or search online before travelling.
See your named star from here
A telescope at a site like Waizenreuth can be aimed at the coordinates of any star, including one named through Star Register. Browse other dedications in our catalogue to see the idea in action.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.
