The Public Observatory Regensburg (German: Volkssternwarte Regensburg) is an astronomical observatory located in Regensburg, Germany. Its history dates back to the year 1774 when Saint Emmeram's Abbey dedicated two towers to astronomical observations. For the most time, it served for educational purposes. Today it is run by a non-profit organization, the Verein der Freunde der Sternwarte Regensburg e.V.. The observatory is accessible for visitors on Friday evenings. Today, the dome houses a 6" apochromat and a 12.5" Cassegrain telescope. Other telescopes available at the observatory include an 11" and a 12" Schmidt–Cassegrain telescope. The inventory of the observatory includes a high precission clock build by Riefler. The rooms of the two floors dedicated to the observatory house 3 exhibition rooms and a lecture hall. More information...
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