Stargazing at Sadnighaus in Astental

What's it about?

The Hohe Tauern National Park is one of the darkest places in Europe. Discover constellations and the Milky Way with the naked eye alongside a national park ranger and the deputy director of the Klagenfurt Observatory, Robert Ruckhofer. Specialized optical equipment will be available for stargazing. Experience the darkness in the mountains with all your senses and learn why wild animals need to remain undisturbed at night. In cooperation with the KEM region and the national park community Oberes Mölltal. If weather conditions prevent stargazing, an alternative date will be offered the following day (see opening hours). Meeting point: 6:00 PM, Kultbox parking lot in Mörtschach. Afterwards, a shuttle will take you to Sadnighaus in Astental. Return around 9:00 PM from Sadnighaus to the parking lot. Opening hours: The tour takes place on the following dates: December 29, 2026 | January 4, 2027 | February 11, 2027. If weather conditions do not permit stargazing, alternative dates are: December 30, 2026 | January 5, 2027 | February 12, 2027. We will inform you in good time. Suitable for: persons aged 6 and above.

Where?

Sadnighaus im Astental

Organiser: Kärntner Nationalparkfonds Hohe Tauern