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A special insight into the oldest observatory in Germany

The guided tour of the Archenhold Observatory offers fascinating insights into the world of astronomy.

How does the world’s longest movable refracting telescope work? What does a real meteorite feel like? What makes a black hole so special? How was the sky measured in the past, and how did that lead to our current understanding?

During the guided tour of the Archenhold Observatory, you’ll explore astronomical topics from the past to the present, ask questions, and follow in the footsteps of the famous scientist Albert Einstein in the Einstein Hall!

IN GERMAN

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Dates
April 2026
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