This activity at the summit starts with the animated observation of the sunset at an altitude of 1,100 m (weather permitting).

While waiting for the stars to show up trough the twilight, the evening continues inside the Popular Observatory with the following présentations:

• The Big Telescopes: Before departing on the discovery of the cosmos, get to know the operation of an observatory and visit the sites of the world's biggest telescopes with the help of our multimedia popular observatory..


• Celestial Splendours: the most striking cosmic scenery observed through the world's most powerful telescopes.

If the stars can be seen, you will have the opportunity to gaze through the 61-cm telescope and use the magnificent observation platform with tilted benches. A breathtaking scene!If the sky is cloudy, the Observatory's multimedia equipment will be used for an Interactive Cosmos session.

From June 21 to August 24, 2008 : Tuesday to Sunday, starting at 7:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.

Reservations required for all astronomy evenings.
1-800-665-6527.