Observatoire Midi-Pyrénées, Astronomical observatory at Paul Sabatier University, Toulouse, France.
The Observatoire Midi-Pyrénées contains multiple research laboratories focused on astronomy, astrophysics, planetary sciences, and environmental studies within the university complex.
Founded in 1982, the observatory emerged from the consolidation of various scientific departments to create a central hub for space and planetary research in southern France.
The facility brings together scientists from different disciplines, fostering collaboration between astronomers, physicists, and environmental researchers to advance scientific understanding.
Located near the university campus, the observatory maintains specialized equipment and laboratories for conducting research in astronomical phenomena and space-related studies.
The observatory operates the Bernard Lyot Telescope at Pic du Midi, enabling detailed observations of stellar magnetism and solar phenomena at high altitudes.
Location: Toulouse
Inception: 1982
Address: 14 avenue Edouard Belin
Website: https://omp.eu
GPS coordinates: 43.56231,1.47972
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:50
Toulouse presents a network of historical buildings, museums and squares. The city features the Capitole as administrative center, the Romanesque Basilica Saint-Sernin, several art museums and the Canal du Midi. Parks, bridges across the Garonne and science centers complete the cultural offerings.
City of Space
2.9 km
Téléo
2.7 km
Le Bikini
1.5 km
Halle de La Machine
1.2 km
L'Envol des pionniers
1.3 km
Herbettes Aqueduct
1.6 km
Viaduc de la ligne C du métro de Toulouse
2.2 km
Théâtre Jules-Julien
2.5 km
Canal du Midi
1.7 km
Église Saint-Étienne
1.9 km
Parc Animalier de la Ferme de Cinquante
2.3 km
Pigeonnier de la comtesse
3.3 km
Église Sainte-Germaine
3.2 km
Studium des Dominicains de Rangueil
1.5 km
Église Saint-Marc de Rangueil
2.2 km
Château de Bellevue
1.8 km
Chapelle Sainte-Rita de Rangueil
2.6 km
Église Sainte-Madeleine
2.6 km
Usine aéronautique Latécoère de Montaudran
1.6 km
Château Lespinet-Lasvignes
809 m
Parc de Soule
3 km
Château de Soule
3.1 km
Serres municipales de Toulouse
2.9 km
Musée des Transports et des Communications
2.9 km
Planétarium
2.8 km
Square Jean Ferrat
1.5 km
Chapelle Sainte-Anne de Ramonville-Saint-Agne
1.5 km
Chaufferie Maragon-Floralies
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