OBSERVATÓRIO ASTRONÔMICO DA SERRA DA PIEDADE

The observatory is located in the prolongation of the sanctuary, to 200 m approximately, inaugurated on November 9, 1972. Its high altitude (1750 m) gives it a good sky for observations with a 600 mm diameter telescope and a large 150 mm diameter telescope. Amateur instruments are also available, used during the evenings programmed throughout the year. Please contact us beforehand by e-mail to know the dates.