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Peterberg Observatory

Sternwarte Peterberg is a club-run astronomical observatory in Nohfelden, Saarland, Germany, founded in 1977.

Last updated September 26, 2026

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Overview

Peterberg Observatory (German: Sternwarte Peterberg) is a club observatory located in Nohfelden in the Saarland region of Germany. It was founded in 1977 and, as of 2016, reported 160 members. The facility is operated as an amateur astronomical observatory and is listed among astronomical observatories in Germany. Its activities centre on public outreach, amateur observing, and club-based astronomical work in the Saarland area.

History

Sternwarte Peterberg was founded in 1977 as a club observatory in Saarland, Germany. It is located in Nohfelden and has operated as an amateur astronomical facility. By 2016 the observatory reported 160 members, indicating a sustained club-based organisation. It is included in lists of astronomical observatories and remains active in the Saarland region.

  • 2016

    Observatory reported 160 members.

  • 1977

    Sternwarte Peterberg founded as a club observatory in Saarland, Germany.

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Club-run amateur astronomical observatory serving members and the public in Saarland, Germany.

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