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The Ependes Observatory offers observation evenings and activities for everyone, with modern equipment and a unique setting dedicated to astronomy.
The Ependes Observatory is a fascinating place dedicated to astronomy, where visitors can explore the wonders of the universe. With modern facilities, the observatory offers observation evenings and educational activities for everyone, allowing everyone to discover stars, planets, and celestial phenomena.
Admission
| Individual entry | Free |
Individual Visit
For organizational reasons, visitors are asked to register in the week prior to the event. The number of visitors is limited to 30, with a maximum of 5 people per registration (including children). Registered visitors must be present at the start of the visit; after that, the doors will be closed.
Guided Visits
Groups can only be received in the evening for observing the night sky.
The visit lasts 90 minutes and costs CHF 200. It includes a tour of the facilities, lectures, explanations of the instruments, and observations using the instruments, weather permitting.
Directions by Car
From Fribourg: Drive towards Marly; at the exit of Marly, turn right towards Chésalles/Épendes and follow the signs to the Observatory.
From Bulle: Drive towards Fribourg; in Le Mouret, head towards Épendes and then follow the signs to the Observatory.
Observatoire astronomique d'Ependes
Route du Petit-Ependes 45
1731 Ependes
+41 26 413 10 99
Opening hours
From 1 May to 31 Aug 2025
Friday22:00 - 00:00
From 1 to 30 Apr 2026
Friday21:00 - 23:00
From 1 Nov to 31 Mar 2026
Friday19:00 - 21:00
