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Calar Alto Observatory

Mainland Europe's largest astronomical observatory, operating optical telescopes for exoplanet searches, galaxy studies, transient astronomy, instrumentation, and public outreach.

Identity

Name
Calar Alto Observatory
Region
EU
Slug
calar-alto-observatory
Type
observatory

Details

Description
Mainland Europe's largest astronomical observatory, operating optical telescopes for exoplanet searches, galaxy studies, transient astronomy, instrumentation, and public outreach.
Latitude
37.2213228
Location
Centro Astronómico Hispano en Andalucía, AL-4404, Gérgal, Valle del Almanzora, Almería, Andalucía, España
Longitude
-2.5509197
Operational Status
operational
Ownership
public

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Creation Time
7/11/2026, 9:21:11 PM
Updated Time
7/11/2026, 9:21:11 PM