Come and see the stars at the Alqueva Lake Observatory. Discover the sky above Monsaraz and be enchanted by the universe. A unique experience for adults and children alike.
Alqueva Astronomical Observation – Discover the Sky of Monsaraz
Alqueva Astronomical Observation – Discover the Sky of Monsaraz
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Departure dates:
Tuesday to Saturday*
*August, every day
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Duration:
1h30
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from
25€
per person
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PROGRAM
Start
- A guided tour of the magnificent night sky of Monsaraz, where you can learn how to navigate by the North Star, identify constellations and learn about their legends, relate the color of stars to their temperatures, and observe star clusters, nebulae, and distant galaxies with the help of telescopes.
- The explanations are provided in accessible language by OLA guides.
- When the sky is cloudy, we resort to a simulation using astronomy software.
- Programme suitable for all ages.
DEPARTURE DATES
- March to October * – Tuesday to Saturday at 21:30 and 23:00
* August – Every day at 21:30 and 23:00 - November to February – Tuesday to Saturday at 6:30 pm
MEETING POINT
- Observatório do Lago Alqueva (OLA)
| CONDITIONS | PRICE PER PERSON |
| Adults | 25€ |
| Young people aged 10 to 17 | 14€ |
| Children from 5 to 9 years old | 5€ |
| Children up to 4 years old | Free |
* A variable booking fee will be applied to the amounts shown.
What to bring:
- We recommend that you bring warm clothes for the session, as the observation part takes place outside and sometimes the nights can get chilly.
Notes:
- Arrive 15 minutes before the start of the activity
Price includes:
- Astronomical observation with guided tour of the sky above Monsaraz
Price does not include:
- Personal extras
- Services not mentioned
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