Montsec Astronomical Observatory, Astronomical research center in Sant Esteve de la Sarga, Spain.
The Montsec Astronomical Observatory sits at 1570 meters elevation in the Montsec mountains, offering exceptional conditions for space observation through multiple telescopes.
The Institute of Space Studies of Catalonia established this scientific facility in 2008 to conduct astronomical research and provide educational programs for the public.
The observatory maintains three observation buildings, a digital planetarium, and interactive exhibitions that demonstrate space sciences to students and astronomy enthusiasts.
Visitors can reach the observatory via the C-13 road to Guàrdia de Noguera, following signs to Sant Esteve de la Sarga and turning left at the Ares pass.
The facility earned UNESCO Starlight Reserve certification in 2013 due to its extraordinarily clear night skies and minimal light pollution conditions.
Location: Lleida Province
Location: Sant Esteve de la Sarga
Inception: October 24, 2008
GPS coordinates: 42.05190,0.72964
Latest update: March 18, 2025 07:52
Congost de Mont-rebei
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Castell i capella de la Mare de Déu de la Pertusa
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Parc Astronòmic Montsec
3.1 km
Mare de Déu de Pedra
3.7 km
Roure del Corp de Montardit
5.7 km
Mare de Déu del Congost
6.1 km
Santa Maria
5.1 km
Mare de Déu de Corçà
4.4 km
Mare de Déu de Fabregada
3.2 km
Castell de Sant Llorenç d'Ares
3.1 km
Sant Esteve de la Sarga
4.2 km
Reserva Natural Parcial de la Noguera Ribagorçana-Mont Rebei
4.9 km
Castell d'Alsamora
3.3 km
Santa Maria de la Torre d'Amargós
5.7 km
Ermita de Santa Elena
5.3 km
Castell de Corçà
4.3 km
Sant Pere Màrtir
4.3 km
La Torreta (Mont-rebei)
5.9 km
Església parroquial de Sant Mateu d'Agulló
5.2 km
Hermitage of Saint Quiteria and Saint Bonifaci
5.8 km
Torre d'Amargós
5.7 km
Torre Sanui
5.6 km
Via Ferrata Olmo-Urquiza
5 km
Tossal de Vilabella
3.8 km
Ermita de Nuestra Señora del Congost
5.9 km
La Feixa
3.6 km
Casa Casterésvella
5.2 km
Pont penjat de Mont-rebei
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