Sphinx Observatory

Astronomical Observatories

Description: The Sphinx Observatory is an astronomical observatory located above the Jungfraujoch in Switzerland. It is named after the Sphinx, a rocky summit on which it is located. At 3,571 m (11,716 ft) above mean sea level, it is one of the highest observatories in the world. The astronomical cupola is equipped with a 76cm telescope with Cassegrain and Coudé focus.

Country: Switzerland

Website: http://www.hfsjg.ch/en/home/

E-mail: [email protected]

Phone: +41 31 631 40 52

Altitude: 3201 - 3600 meters

Type of observatory: Optical telescope

Established: 1937

Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OAf6nFbDMxI

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