Peterberg Observatory

The Peterberg Observatory is a public facility in Nohfelden equipped with telescopes and instruments for viewing the night sky. The location offers clear sightlines to celestial objects from its elevated hilltop position.

The facility began in 1977 as an astronomy club and later expanded to serve the public. It officially opened its doors to visitors in the late 1990s.

The observatory brings the community together for shared stargazing, where people of all ages come to explore the night sky. Regular events blend scientific learning with the experience of discovering constellations and planets above.

Visitors should plan around observation nights and programs held throughout the year, which often require advance planning. Warm clothing and flexibility are helpful, since stargazing depends on clear skies.

The observatory operates as a registered association where member volunteers actively participate in research and education. This grassroots approach gives the facility a personal and welcoming character.

Location: Nohfelden

Official opening: September 6, 1997

Elevation above the sea: 575.6 m

GPS coordinates: 49.57139,6.99917

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:40