Inaugurated in 1884, it is a centre for research into astrophysics and the measurement of time. Founded to support the local watchmaking industry, the observatory is still an internationally recognised centre for the production of time. Its buildings still house numerous scientific instruments, including its meridian telescope.
A visit that promises unique discoveries!

L’Observatoire de Besançon

Avenue de l'Observatoire
25000 BESANCON

French
Pets not allowed

Prices & Schedules Opening :

The 29/10/2025

The 26/11/2025

The 25/02/2026

The 25/03/2026

The 22/04/2026

29 October at 3pm
26 November at 2.30pm

25/02/2026 14:30
25/03/2026 14:30
22/04/2026 15:00

Prices :

Base rate : Tarif unique de 9€ (until October)
Free (Free: for disabled people, jobseekers and children under 12.)
Special rate : Tarif unique de 6€ (Reduced rate: Students, under-18s, member associations of the Tourist Office and Convention Bureau)
Base rate : Tarif unique de 10€ (from November)
Special rate : Tarif unique de 7€ ((From November 2025) Reduced rate : Students, under-18s, member associations of the Tourist Office and Convention Bureau)

Special opening conditions :

Reservation required

L’Observatoire de Besançon — VILLE DE BESANCON

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