Hvězdárna Františka Krejčího Karlovy Vary

Location: K Letišti 144, 360 01 Karlovy Vary · Karlovy Vary Region

Category: observatory and astronomical observations

The František Krejčí Observatory in Karlovy Vary offers astronomy programs, telescope observation of the universe, and astronomy talks. It organizes school excursions for groups ranging from kindergartens to secondary schools. The facility includes an ionospheric laboratory and specialized programs for various age groups.

Why visit this place?

• The observatory opened in 1963; a fire in November 1971 destroyed its library and telescopes.
• Between 1995 and 1997 it belonged to the Karlovy Vary Symphony Orchestra, making it an observatory run by a symphony orchestra.
• The exhibition is interactive — it expects you to touch the exhibits and try them out.
• Allow roughly an hour and a half; the programme is aimed at every age group from preschool to secondary school.
• There are 71 more tips within 25 km, enough to build a full-day trip.
• The whole programme is indoors, so rain is not a problem.

Verified against: hvezdarnakarlovyvary.cz

Practical information

• Opening hours: According to program schedule, see observatory website
• Typical visit: 90 min
• Admission: Prices vary by program, see website
• Suitable for: preschool (3–6), primary (6–10), lower secondary (10–15), secondary (15+)

For schools

Thematic programs for school groups – astronomy, cosmonautics, atmospheric physics. Option for a talk with pupils directly at their school.

Official website: https://hvezdarnakarlovyvary.cz/

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