Leibniz Institute for Astrophysics Potsdam
Leibniz Institute for Astrophysics Potsdam, Research institute and astronomical observatory in Babelsberg, Germany
The Leibniz Institute for Astrophysics investigates galaxies, stars, and planets through advanced telescopes and specialized research equipment at its Potsdam facilities.
Founded in 1700 as the Berlin Observatory, the institute relocated to Babelsberg in 1913 and emerged as a center for astrophysical research.
The institute maintains the Einstein Tower and Great Refractor on Telegrafenberg, which demonstrate the evolution of astronomical observation methods through centuries.
Researchers access data from telescopes in Arizona, Chile, and Tenerife, while operating radio equipment at the Potsdam-Bornim station for astronomical measurements.
The institute develops technologies for modern large telescopes and contributes to space missions, advancing understanding of magnetic fields throughout the universe.
Location: Potsdam
Inception: May 18, 1700
Address: An der Sternwarte 16, 14482 Potsdam 14482
Email: info@aip.de
Website: https://aip.de
GPS coordinates: 52.40500,13.10420
Latest update: March 18, 2025 07:52
Babelsberg Palace
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Babelsberg Park
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Jagdschloss Glienicke
739 m
Böttcherberg
704 m
Enver-Pascha-Brücke
333 m
Loggia Alexandra
750 m
Parkbrücke
443 m
Kapelle
782 m
Forsthaus Klein Glienicke
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Riehl House
138 m
Alter Friedhof
965 m
Villa Herpich
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Villa Mosler
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Landhaus Gugenheim
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Villa Goldschmidt
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Hirschberg
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Hermann von Pückler Memorial
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Blutbuche in Babelsberg-Nord
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Potsdam Victory Column
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Louis-Nathan-Allee 5
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Ahornblättrige Platane in Klein Glienicke
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Louis-Nathan-Allee 6
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Stolperstein for Käthe Alexander-Katz
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Heron fountain
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Louis-Nathan-Allee 7
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Schlossküche Babelsberg
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Waisen-Versorgungs-Anstalt Klein Glienicke
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