Riesa Public Observatory

The Riesa Public Observatory offers a varied programme for young and old.

This cultural educational institution in Riesa has existed since 1969.

Lecture series, seminars, guided tours, exhibitions, astronomical observations at the telescopes, workshops and much more offer a varied programme for young and old.

Good to know

Accessibility

Saxony Barrier-Free

Notes on accessibility / deviations from the pictograms:

  • The only public observatory in Germany, which is 100% wheelchair accessible and walkable!

  • Handicapped parking spaces are available in the courtyard
  • Access to the premises is via Greizer Straße
  • The dome is accessible at ground level
  • If necessary, telescopes can be set up in the open spaces

  • Special offers, programs and observations are possible and can be requested
Parking
  • indicated disabled parking space available

Entrance to the facility / paths within the facility
  • Door width min. 90 cm

  • Stepless access (max. 3 cm) or ramp

Additional aids / offers
  • Aids / offers for blind and visually impaired persons

Additional aids / offers
  • Aids / offers for deaf and hearing-impaired persons

Additional aids / offers
  • Aids / offers for persons with learning and mental disabilities

Author

Tourismus Marketing Gesellschaft Sachsen mbH
Bautzner Straße 45/47
01099 Dresden

Organization

Tourismus Marketing Gesellschaft Sachsen mbH