Walter-Hohmann-Sternwarte
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The Walter-Hohmann-Sternwarte is a German amateur observatory named for the spaceflight pioneer Walter Hohmann, sitting at an elevation of about 120 metres.
About Walter-Hohmann-Sternwarte
The observatory is run by the association Walter-Hohmann-Sternwarte Essen e.V., a volunteer club dedicated to public and amateur astronomy in the region.
History
The Sternwarte was founded in 1969, making it a long-running fixture of German amateur astronomy with more than five decades of activity behind it.
Location & getting there
The observatory sits in Germany, in the Europe region, at an elevation of roughly 120 metres, in an area associated with the Odenwald region's network of local astronomy clubs.
Visiting Walter-Hohmann-Sternwarte
As a club-run facility, Walter-Hohmann-Sternwarte Essen e.V. may host public evenings or open events. Check the association's listing on the local Hardheim community pages, or search for current opening times before travelling, as volunteer-run observatories often keep limited hours.
See your named star from here
A club telescope like this one can be pointed at the coordinates of any star, including one named through Star Register. Browse other named stars in our catalogue for inspiration.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check the official website and Google Maps for current times before you travel.
