Marseille Observatory, Astronomical observatory in Marseille, France
The Marseille Observatory stands on Rue Frédéric Joliot Curie, featuring an 80-centimeter telescope and multiple research facilities for astronomical studies.
Founded in 1701 near Vieux Port, the observatory gained prominence when astronomer Jean-Louis Pons discovered 37 comets during his tenure from 1789.
The facility maintains a permanent exhibition of astronomical instruments, including the notable Foucault telescope that operated from 1862 to 1965.
Visitors can access guided tours and planetarium sessions every afternoon from 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM during school holidays and Wednesday afternoons year-round.
The observatory contributed to scientific advancement through the discovery of Stephan's Quintet galaxy group by director Édouard Stephan in 1877.
Location: Marseille
Inception: 1863
Official opening: 1702
Elevation above the sea: 40 m
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GPS coordinates: 43.30545,5.39461
Latest update: May 24, 2025 08:30
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