Mercury Observatory

At the edge of De Dordtse Biesbosch, you will find Sterrenwacht Mercurius Observatory. Worth a visit at night as well as during the day.

Check out the exhibits on astronomy, meteorology, and space exploration. During the day, look up at the dome and use the 1922 Carl Zeiss telescope to view our “own” star, the sun. In the evening, when the sky is clear, gaze at that fantastic starry sky…and enjoy the view, because nature extends far beyond the treetops.

For schools and groups, all planets of our solar system are examined in a short presentation. Of course, the observatory staff will answer your questions. After the presentation you go to the dome, where you can study the sky with the Carl Zeiss telescope from 1922 on a clear day.