Observation evenings in the observatory

Gurten observatory: a journey through the night sky

How are shooting stars formed? How did the solar system come into being? The observatory on the Gurten offers all astronomy fans a detailed insight into physical and other scientific phenomena in space. Public observation evenings take place every Tuesday evening under the professional guidance of Astro Events. The various celestial events are explained in an understandable manner and can be observed with a telescope.

The number of visitors is limited to 20 people per evening and pre-registration is necessary. The observatory visits are held in German.

Combine your trip to the observatory with a visit to the Gurtners restaurant. We offer you the "Stärne(Z)nacht" three-course meal, including admission to the observatory, for CHF 69.

Summer
April 1 to October 31:	Tuesday, 9:45 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Winter
November 1 to March 31:	Tuesday, 7 p.m. to 8:45 p.m.
	Tuesday, 9 p.m. to 10:45 p.m.

Adults:	CHF 23
Children (6 to 16 years of age):	CHF 15

The observatory is located on the Gurten meadow directly next to the Gurten garden.

Overview map

Three-course meal (with or without meat)
Mineral water
Star drink to take away
Admission to the observation evening in the observatory

CHF 69.- per person (offer excl. Gurten funicular ticket)

Vouchers for the public observation evenings can be purchased in our online shop.

Order voucher