CLUB ASTRONOMIQUE DE LA RÉGION LILLOISE

The Club Astronomique de la Région Lilloise (CARL) has been in existence for over 45 years. It now has around 130 members, all of whom share a passion for stargazing. The club is open to all those, initiated or not, who wish to discover together our celestial vault, its mysteries and its wonders. Whether you want to observe the sun (protection required) or wait until nightfall to see the first stars twinkle, here you can practice astronomy, learn and discover. The club often organizes workshops on different themes: discovering the sky, instruments, celestial mechanics. Every year, a session of 10 2-hour courses is organized. Faced with human expansion, CARL also tackles the issue of light pollution linked to human activities. That's why most of our observation courses take place in the great outdoors! For those with a keen interest in astronomy, the club also boasts a library of 1,000 books dedicated to this science, which quickly becomes an enjoyable hobby if you let your curiosity run riot. Our website will keep you informed of our planned outings. Happy observing!