Sternwarte Aachen am Hangeweiher
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N 50° 45.596 E 006° 04.419
32U E 293619 N 5627211
The observatoy of Volkshochschule Aachen
Waymark Code: WMFH35
Location: Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany
Date Posted: 10/20/2012
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member snaik
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Build in 1935, at this moment only in use for educational purposes. Frequently the observatoy is open to the public. Check the website.
Observatory Purpose: Research

Optical / Infrared Telescopes?: Yes

Radio Telescopes?: No

Solar Telescopes?: No

Open to the Public?: Yes

Is this a Club Observatory?: No

Public Viewing Allowed?: Yes

Active Observatory?: Active

Number of Telescopes or Antennas: 1

Site URL: [Web Link]

Year Dedicated or Opened: 1935

Altitude (meters): 211
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