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Lecture: The Summer Sky

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The Marseille Astronomy Association presents the lecture “The Summer Sky,” followed by naked-eye and instrument-assisted observation of the starry sky, with the possible chance to witness shooting stars. Please bring a flashlight for your movements.

Lecture presented by Mr. Mercier and Mr. Potet from AMAS (French Astronomy Association).

New remote-viewing instrument via tablet, allowing both solar and night observations.

Subject to weather conditions.

Street lighting will be switched off. Please bring a flashlight for your movements; artificial lighting is prohibited at the observation site to avoid disturbance, as it significantly reduces visual acuity for at least 15 minutes.

Full programme available here: https://www.lesorres.com/sur-place/evenements-animations/les-nuits-des-etoiles-0

Opening period

Friday 7 August 2026 from 8.30 pm.

Spoken languages : french

Rates

Free of charge.

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  • Public WC
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