It's already 34 years since the Nuits des Etoiles were created by theFrench Astronomy Association to introduce the curious to astronomy and the secrets of the universe. Three decades later, more than 250 astronomy clubs, tourist offices, vacation centers and town halls have joined forces with the association to organize over a hundred events throughout France.
This year,Nuits des étoiles takes place on August 9, 10 and 11, 2024; and despite light pollution being higher in the Île-de-France region than in other parts of France, the capital and its surroundings are also taking part in this event for budding astronomers, which is entirely free and accessible to all ages, from the youngest to the most curious!
If the weather cooperates, you'll be able to follow the Perseids, those shooting stars that seem to come from the constellation of Perseus and are caused by the passage of comet 109P/Swift-Tuttle close to the sun. Every year, this passage creates a cloud of debris several tens of millions of kilometers long, which our beautiful blue planet passes through to the delight of our amazed eyes!
Please note that in the event of bad weather, cloudy skies or summer pollution peaks, there's a good chance that planned events will simply have to be cancelled, so be sure to check with associations and local authorities a few days beforehand, if you have any doubts.
What's more, if you can't make it to one of these observation evenings, the Association Française d'Astronomie is also offering twenty or so special events throughout the summer in parks and gardens across the capital!
Nuits des Etoiles 2024 at Parc Montsouris: skywatching in the heart of Paris
The Association française d'Astronomie invites young and old to Parc Montsouris, this August 9, 2024, to celebrate the Nuits des Etoiles. A great opportunity to learn more about the sky, and about this association of enthusiasts, which squats in the parks and gardens of Paris all summer long! [Read more]
Nuits des Étoiles 2024 at the Uranoscope de l'Île-de-France (77)
For the Nuit des Étoiles (Night of the Stars), astronomy enthusiasts will meet up at the Uranoscope de l'Île-de-France, in Seine-et-Marne, from August 9 to 11, 2024! It's the perfect opportunity to observe the stars with professional equipment. [Read more]
Nuits des Etoiles 2024 at Vaux le Pénil (77)
From August 9 to 11, 2024, the Club d'éducation canine de Vaux le Pénil will be hosting three star-gazing evenings for the Nuits des Etoiles. [Read more]
Nuits des Etoiles 2024 in Trilport (77): two evenings of sky-watching
In Trilport (77), the mysteries of the sky will be revealed to the curious on August 9 and 19, 2024, for the Nuits des Etoiles. Observation and discovery are the order of the day! [Read more]
Nuits des Étoiles 2024 at Breuillet stadium (91): sky observation and photo exhibition
On the occasion of Nuits des Étoiles 2024, Breuillet's astronomy club invites you to admire the stars at the town's stadium on the night of August 9, and to discover a photo exhibition. [Read more]
Nuits des Etoiles 2024 at Brétigny-sur-Orge (91)
Head for Parc Clause Bois-Badeau in Brétigny-sur-Orge, on the night of August 10-11, for a fabulous night of sky-watching, on the occasion of Nuits des Etoiles 2024. [Read more]
Nuits des Etoiles 2024 in Bois de Morval, Cléry-en-Vexin (95)
Why not head to the woods on August 9, 2024 for an evening under the stars? Members of the Planète Sciences Ile-de-France association await you in the Bois de Morval for Nuits des étoiles! [Read more]
Nuits des Etoiles 2024 in Beaumont-sur-Oise (95): hikes, games and sky observation
The Club astro Albiréo 95 invites the curious to take a look at the sky over Beaumont-sur-Oise, on the night of August 10-11, 2024, during the Nuits des Etoiles, a series of free events open to all. [Read more]
Nuit des Étoiles 2024 in Les Essarts-le-Roi (78): conference and sky observation
Astronomy fans, the Nuits des étoiles are back this summer, on August 9 and 10, 2024, in Les Essarts-le-Roi, in the Yvelines department! It's off to observe the sky! [Read more]
It's an opportunity to feast your eyes on a mouth-watering program that's sure to please all star-lovers, young and old alike, throughout theÎle-de-France region. We wish you all a wonderful Nuits des Étoiles !
Dates and Opening Time
From August 9th, 2024 to August 11th, 2024
Prices
Free
Recommended age
For all
Official website
www.afastronomie.fr
