Utrecht Observatory, Astronomical observatory and museum in Utrecht, Netherlands
The observatory contains three telescope domes built on a 16th-century bastion, featuring exhibitions about weather phenomena, solar studies, and astronomical observations.
The construction of Sonnenborgh bastion started in 1552 under Emperor Charles V to protect Utrecht against attacks, later becoming a scientific institution in 1853.
The observatory maintains one of the largest solar telescopes in the Netherlands, allowing visitors to examine sunspots and gas clouds during clear weather conditions.
The museum opens Tuesday through Friday from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Sunday from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM, with guided tours available upon reservation.
During reconstruction in 2001, workers discovered remains of Utrecht's first chemical laboratory, which ranked as the third of its kind worldwide.
Location: Utrecht
Part of: Historische stadswallen
Address: Zonnenburg 2
Phone: +31308201420
Website: http://sonnenborgh.nl
GPS coordinates: 52.08539,5.12919
Latest update: March 18, 2025 07:52
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