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Wendelstein Observatory is a research and teaching facility operated by Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich in the Bavarian Alps. It stands at an elevation of about 1,840 metres and houses a 2.1-metre Fraunhofer telescope, which entered operation in 2012, as well as a remotely controlled 43-centimetre telescope installed in 2016. The observatory supports astronomical research, student projects, and public outreach.
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Where is Wendelstein Observatory?
Wendelstein Observatory is in the Bavarian Alps at an elevation of about 1,840 metres. It is operated by Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich.
What telescope is at Wendelstein Observatory?
The observatory houses a 2.1-metre Fraunhofer telescope. That telescope entered operation in 2012.
Is Wendelstein Observatory used for teaching?
Yes. It is both a research and teaching facility of Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich, combining university education with astronomical observation.
Why is the observatory located on Wendelstein?
Its mountain location puts the facility at about 1,840 metres in the Bavarian Alps. The site supports astronomical research while also serving as a university teaching facility.
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