Sternwarte Simplon-Adler, Astronomical observatory at Simplon Pass, Switzerland
The Sternwarte Simplon-Adler observatory stands at 2,000 meters elevation on Simplon Pass, providing excellent conditions for celestial observation through specialized telescopes.
The observatory sits near a strategic mountain passage that gained prominence during the Napoleonic era when the Simplon Road connected Switzerland to Italy.
Scientists and astronomers at Sternwarte Simplon-Adler contribute to astronomical research while offering educational programs about celestial phenomena to visiting groups.
Visitors can participate in guided evening observation sessions throughout the year, with access to professional telescopes for viewing stars, planets, and other celestial bodies.
The observatory's position at high altitude, combined with minimal light pollution, creates exceptional conditions for observing astronomical events and deep-space objects.
GPS coordinates: 46.24247,8.02146
Latest update: March 18, 2025 07:52
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