François-Xavier Bagnoud Observatory - OFXB, Saint-Luc (VS)

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Location & Organisation

The François-Xavier Bagnoud Observatory (OFXB) is located above Saint-Luc, a small village laying in Val d’Anniviers - swiss Alps, nearby Sierre. OFXB is managed by a non-profit-making foundation. This project became reality in 1995 thanks to the generosity of the FXB foundation.

What OFXB offers...

The site where OFXB has been built benefits from the Alps legendary tranquility and beauty. Several summits above 4000m are easily visible, especially the Matterhorn, providing scenic landscapes. Furthermore, it is famous for pure and steady nights, especially suited for astronomy observing. From experimented amateur astronomers to schoolchildren, the Observatory welcomes all and features a full range of activites thanks to available facilities : 60cm reflector equipped with an high performance CCD camera, 15cm apochromatic refractor and a fully equipped auditorium for 3D shows and conferences. Kitchen and lavatories are available for visitors. A funicular links the Observatory from the village.