Dr. A.F. Philips Observatorium

The Dr. A.F. Philips Observatorium is a public stargazing facility in Eindhoven equipped with a large telescope for exploring the sky. Visitors can observe distant galaxies and nebulae from this location using various astronomical instruments.

The observatory was funded by Anton Philips in 1937 and opened to the public in 1938. Since then it has served the city as a center for studying the sky and fostering scientific interest.

The observatory draws school groups and astronomy enthusiasts who gather to learn about the night sky in a hands-on way. It serves as a meeting place where visitors can share their interest in observing the cosmos.

The facility is open to visitors on select evenings and weekend mornings throughout the month, with regular schedules posted in advance. Comfortable clothing and footwear are recommended since reaching the observation platforms involves climbing stairs in the building.

The building features an unusual architecture with four circular levels stacked vertically, each serving different observation functions. A spiral staircase connects all these levels and forms the distinctive core of the structure.

Location: Eindhoven

Inception: 1937

Architects: Louis Christiaan Kalff

Official opening: 1938

Address: Alberdingk Thijmlaan 3

GPS coordinates: 51.42616,5.48012

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:08