EventsAstronomy
Aug82026

Daytime visit to the Observatory

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Ruta para ir al observatorio de Sierra Nevada
Visita diurna al observatorio de Sierra Nevada
  • until: 8 de August
  • hour: 14:00

Discover one of the most exclusive experiences in the Sierra Nevada in summer with a guided tour of the Astronomical Observatory, a leading scientific infrastructure located in the heart of the high mountains.

During this activity, participants will learn about how the universe is investigated from one of the highest points in Spain, with access to the observatory's facilities and telescopes, in a unique natural environment within the Sierra Nevada National Park.

🌄 What's included in the experience

  • Guided access to the Sierra Nevada Observatory

  • Visit to the main telescopes (1.5 m and 0.9 m)

  • Explanation of scientific projects and operation of the centre

  • Gondola lift and chairlift tour from Pradollano

  • Final hike to the observatory passing through the Laguna de las Yeguas

🕒 Event Schedule
  • 2:15 p.m. → Meeting in Plaza de Andalucía (CAU)
  • 2:30 p.m. → Ascent by gondola to Borreguiles + chairlift
  • Route to the observatory (on foot)
  • 4:45 p.m. → Return to Borreguiles
  • 5:30 p.m. approx. → End of the activity

Price: 50 € / person