Remplin Observatory

Remplin Observatory is a public observatory in Malchin built with traditional architectural elements and located in the northern German region of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. The building stands within a larger estate complex that includes a three-wing palace, gate tower, farm structures, and a 17th-century church.

Count Frederick II von Hahn built the observatory around 1792, creating one of the largest observatories outside Great Britain at that time. The construction marked a peak of the family's scientific interest in astronomy and was part of their efforts to develop the estate as a modern center.

The observatory was part of an aristocratic complex that attracted scholars and encouraged scientific exchange in the region. Visitors can see today how the building fits into the expansive parkland and reflects the importance of astronomy to the life of the estate.

The site is open to visitors who can participate in programs about celestial events and telescopic observations. Plan enough time to explore not only the observatory but also the other buildings on the estate and the surrounding park.

The surrounding park was redesigned in the 1860s by Peter Joseph Lenné and still retains the tree-lined avenues that have existed for over 200 years. These pathways continue to shape the appearance of the grounds and invite long walks between the historic structures.

Location: Malchin

Elevation above the sea: 9 m

GPS coordinates: 53.75200,12.70310

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:00