François-Xavier Bagnoud Observatory (Observatoire François-Xavier Bagnoud) is an astronomical observatory. It is a non-profit organisation[1] funded by Association François-Xavier Bagnoud.[2] It is located above the village of Saint-Luc, Switzerland, close to the top of the funicular,[3] at a height of 2,200 m (7,200 ft).[4]
Alternative names | OFXB |
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Observatory code | 175 |
Location | Saint-Luc, Valais, Switzerland |
Coordinates | 46°13′42″N 7°36′45″E / 46.22832°N 7.61263°E |
Altitude | 2,200 m (7,200 ft) |
Website | www |
Location of Bagnoud Observatory | |
It has 60 cm (24 in) and 15 cm (5.9 in) telescopes, as well as a heliostat,[3] a weather station,[5] a planetarium[3] and a planet trail between the observatory and the funicular.[6]