The radome "radar sphere" of the space observation radar TIRA, which can be seen from afar, is currently a pure approach / approach point, a visit is currently not possible.

However, the institute offers virtual tours.

See website: fhr.fraunhofer.de/de/das-institut/besichtigung-der-kugel.html

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mario--junker

July 27, 2020

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Have been seen from the distance for over 50 years and have never been there

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Jünni61

October 14, 2020

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The entire large radar system is officially known as the TIRA space observation radar (Tracking and Imaging Radar) and is a research radar by Fraunhofer FHR.

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1. View of the Siebengebirge – Holzem Chapel (Raaff Chapel) loop from Rheinbach Römerkanal

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2. View of Bonn and Cologne – View from Rodderberg loop from Berkum

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3. Heinrichsblick Viewpoint – View from Rodderberg loop from Bonn-Mehlem

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Location: Wachtberg, Rhein-Sieg-Kreis, Cologne District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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Space Surveillance Radar TIRA (Radome)

1. View of the Siebengebirge – Holzem Chapel (Raaff Chapel) loop from Rheinbach Römerkanal

2. View of Bonn and Cologne – View from Rodderberg loop from Berkum

3. Heinrichsblick Viewpoint – View from Rodderberg loop from Bonn-Mehlem

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