Visit: Observatoire de la Côte d’Azur Mont Gros Site

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Visit: Observatoire de la C\u00f4te d\u2019Azur Mont Gros Site
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🌠Join a special 2-hour guided tour in English of the historic Mont-Gros site at the Observatoire de la Côte d’Azur.
This unique experience includes visiting the Grande Coupole of the Observatory and discovering the telescope, which was in its time the largest in the world, as well as visiting the newly renovated Universarium interactive space.
The tour also includes a 1.5 km walk through the stunning outdoor grounds, where you’ll delve into the history of the groundbreaking astronomical research of this iconic observatory. You’ll also enjoy sweeping views over the city of Nice!
🕒 Date & Time: Tuesday, November 26th, 2PM – 4PM
📍 Tour Location: Observatoire de la Côte d’Azur, Mont-Gros Site, 96 Bd. de l’Observatoire, 06300 Nice
🔎 Language: English
🚶 Distance: 1.5 - 2km walking
🕑 Duration: 2 hours
💶 Cost: 11 EUR (Spaces Limited – Refund Only If Replacement Found)
🚍 Transport: While the Mont Gros site is accessible via mini-bus line 84 (15 seats max), a 500 meter walk from the public entry drop-off point to the tour start requires early arrival. Recommend using taxi/Upder/provate car. On-site parking for private cars needs to be arranged before-hand.
🎟 Booking Required Here:
https://www.newtonice.com/product/visit-observatoire-de-la-cote-dazur-26-november-2024/
What to Expect -- during the tour, you will:
✅Explore the beauty of the Mont-Gros site’s architectural and natural heritage with insights from a scientific mediator.
✅Discover the main themes of Planetary and Space sciences as the human and scientific history of this iconic site is revealed.
✅Enjoy the stunning natural surroundings and an incredible view over the Baie des Anges as you visit the Grande Coupole, a magnificent 19th-century scientific building designed to house the largest astronomical refractor of its time.
✅Learn about the architectural genius of Charles Garnier, who blended ancient Mediterranean influences, and Gustave Eiffel, who designed the almost 100-ton dome.
✅Enhance your knowledge in the newly renovated Universarium, a fun and interactive space that addresses major questions in Astronomy and Geosciences, and discover contemporary research projects involving the scientists at the Observatoire de la Côte d’Azur.
🌦️ Please Note:
🌟The tour is entirely outdoors. Please bring appropriate clothing for rain and/or cold weather.
🌟This is a walking tour in English with insights from a scientific guide.
🌟Total distance of the tour is 1.5 – 2km of easy walking.
It is not possible to remain on-site before or after the tour.
🌟There are no restauration (eating/drinking) facilities on site. Toilettes are available.
🌠We look forward to welcoming you on this journey through the cosmos! 🌠
Spaces Limited – Booking Required – Refund Only If Replacement Found
🎟 Booking Required Here:
https://www.newtonice.com/product/visit-observatoire-de-la-cote-dazur-26-november-2024/
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