Astronomy Rhônes-Alpes

The OSUG was created in 1985 on the university domain of Grenoble with the aim of uniting scientific research units in various fields such as astrophysics, planetology, geophysics, climatology, and ecology. This observatory is open to the public through various interesting places to visit such as the museum space (rocks, minerals, fossils), the Alpine botanical garden, or the discovery trail of the Solar System. Sky observation evenings from a 400 mm diameter telescope under dome (the January to March only, starting at 7 p. m.) are also proposed. Finally, it is possible to see the surprising Planeterrella, a unique system that allows to create polar aurora at will! Most of these activities are free but require registration from the observatory website.

Located at an altitude of 900 meters, the Observatoire de la Lèbe is a scientific and exploration space open to all. In addition to its telescope for observing the planets and stars, the site has a planetarium under a dome that offers daily broadcasting of an immersive documentary film followed by the intervention of a scientific mediator (session of 1 hour to 1h30 - different films depending on the day of the week). Night observations with a guide are also offered to learn how to spot the different constellations.

When dynamism and efficiency rhyme with astronomy, the result is the Village des Etoiles, an intelligent fusion of various activities related to astronomy. The activities in question cover a wide range of audiences, schools, companies and individuals through specific animations, organized trips, observation evenings, planetarium sessions, etc. Between the planetarium, the celestial theatre (open-air planetarium), the 600 mm telescope and the solar observatory, you will discover the sky from every angle. Registration required.

Observation evenings, themed workshops on space, the universe and the stars, and a festival are scheduled at the Hubert Reeves Observatory located... on Mars: you name it! The festival features lectures by professionals, discovery workshops and observations, drone-flying initiations, scientific-burlesque shows and interactive stands... All activities are subject to availability... So register in advance. Observation evenings and private tours available.

Every year, at the height of summer, a highly successful astronomy festival lights up Savoie. Activities revolve around the Salle de l'Europe, the conference venue, and the soccer stadium, which becomes the sky observation point. The festivities include a variety of workshops for all ages, stargazing sessions, micro-rocket-making workshops and introductory astronomy sessions. Each edition explores a unique theme to enrich participants' experience.

Located in Saint-Ismier, close to the north-east of Grenoble, this club meets every Friday evening and welcomes the passage observers according to weather conditions. The club's observations are not necessarily made in Saint-Ismier even but more readily on the heights, along the Chartreuse Regional Natural Park, to benefit from a much less polluted sky by city lights. Public comments are also offered during national astronomical events such as Stars Nights. Early July each year, don't miss the "Cinstars" evening in the park park… In addition to the attractions offered for children, a film is planned in open air followed by a sky observation evening. Very friendly atmosphere, especially for families.