Bagnoud Observatory
François-Xavier Bagnoud Observatory (Observatoire François-Xavier Bagnoud) is an astronomical observatory. It is a non-profit organisation[1] funded by Association François-Xavier Bagnoud.[2] It is located above the village of Saint-Luc, Switzerland, close to the top of the funicular,[3] at a height of 2,200 m (7,200 ft).[4]
| Alternative names | OFXB |
|---|---|
| Observatory code | 175  |
| Location | Saint-Luc, Valais, Switzerland |
| Coordinates | 46°13′42″N 7°36′45″E |
| Altitude | 2,200 m (7,200 ft) |
| Website | www |
  Location of Bagnoud Observatory | |
It has 60 cm (24 in) and 15 cm (5.9 in) telescopes, as well as a heliostat,[3] a weather station,[5] a planetarium[3] and a planet trail between the observatory and the funicular.[6]
References
- "Qui sommes-nous? « OFXB". www.ofxb.ch (in French). Retrieved 30 September 2017.
- Simons, Marlise (1 September 1995). "St.-Luc Journal; High in the Alps, Brushing the Sky, a Gift of Stars". The New York Times.
- "Val d'Anniviers- The François-Xavier Bagnoud Observatory- Saint Luc Valais Switzerland". www.valdanniviers.ch. Retrieved 30 September 2017.
- "Localisation « OFXB". www.ofxb.ch (in French). Retrieved 30 September 2017.
- "St. Luc (VS),Switzerland Weather". www.ofxb.ch. Retrieved 30 September 2017.
- "Descriptif du Sentier des Planètes « OFXB". www.ofxb.ch (in French). Retrieved 30 September 2017.
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