Sphinx Observatory, Astronomical observatory at Mount Jungfraujoch, Switzerland
The Sphinx Observatory stands at 3571 meters above sea level on a rocky peak in the Swiss Alps, featuring research facilities and viewing platforms.
The construction of the Sphinx Observatory was completed in 1937, marking the establishment of high-altitude astronomical research in the Swiss Alps.
Scientists from multiple countries conduct research at the observatory, focusing on astronomy, glaciology, and atmospheric composition measurements throughout the year.
Visitors reach the observatory via the Jungfrau railway system, with the final ascent made through an elevator inside the mountain.
The facility includes a large telescope and meteorological instruments that operate in temperatures reaching minus 40 degrees Celsius.
Location: Canton of Valais
Location: Goms District
Inception: 1937
Elevation above the sea: 3,571 m
Website: http://hfsjg.ch
GPS coordinates: 46.54750,7.98500
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:04
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Jungfrau
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Jungfraujoch
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Kleine Scheidegg
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Mönch
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Trümmelbach Falls
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Lauberhorn
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Silberhorn
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Mattenbach Falls
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Konkordiaplatz
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Eiger Glacier
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Gross Fiescherhorn
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Gletscherhorn
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Trugberg
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Rottalgletscher
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Guggi glacier
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Hinter Fiescherhorn
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Rottalhorn
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Schwarzmönch
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Kranzberg
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Nollen glacier
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Grindelwald-Fieschergletscher
4.2 km
Giessen glacier
2.5 km
Challifirn
4.9 km
Stuefestein glacier
4.9 km
Silberhorngletscher
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Im Fysteren Graben
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Ice Palace
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