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Drebach Observatory, Public observatory and planetarium in Drebach, Germany.

The Drebach Observatory stands at an elevation of 492 meters, featuring a 50-centimeter Cassegrain reflector telescope and a ZKP-3 Skymaster Zeiss projector.

The observatory initiated its scientific and educational operations on July 3, 1969, establishing itself as a center for astronomical research in Saxony.

The facility presents regular astronomy programs, music performances, and specialized shows that combine educational content with planetary projections across a 200-square-meter dome.

Admission costs 10 euros for adults, 6 euros for children under 16, and visitors can access the site via Bus Line 238 from Zschopau or Thum.

The observatory incorporates a dedicated trail called the Trail of the Planets, extending 6 kilometers through the surrounding Ore Mountains landscape.

Location: Drebach

Official opening: July 3, 1969

Elevation above the sea: 492 m

Address: Milchstraße 1, 09430 Drebach

Website: http://sternwarte-drebach.de

GPS coordinates: 50.67390,13.01270

Latest update: March 18, 2025 07:52

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