Lilienthal Observatory

The observatory complex includes several observation buildings and research facilities situated on a landscaped ground near the town center of Lilienthal.

Johann Hieronymus Schroter established this astronomical facility in 1782, creating what became the largest observatory in continental Europe during the late 18th century.

The observatory formed a central point for international astronomical research, bringing together 24 prominent scientists from different European countries to study celestial bodies.

The facility maintains regular observation sessions through telescopes and organizes educational programs about astronomy and space exploration for visitors throughout the year.

The observatory housed a revolutionary 27-foot telescope with experimental alloys that improved reflectivity, advancing astronomical observation capabilities in the 1800s.

Location: Lilienthal, Lower Saxony

GPS coordinates: 53.14120,8.91263

Latest update: March 18, 2025 07:52