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Volkssternwarte
A gateway to the cosmos since 1899
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The Bonn Public Observatory, also known as Refraktorium, is an architectural heritage monument in North Rhine-Westphalia. Since its construction in 1899, it has been operated by volunteers and is located on the site of the Old Observatory of the University of Bonn in the Südstadt district.
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The Refraktorium has been in operation since 1899.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1899
- Heritage Status
- Architectural Heritage Monument
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- Editorial review
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