The Effelsberg radio telescope is one of the most powerful observatories in Europe. The large surface of the antenna with an opening of approximately 7,850 square meters and a diameter …

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January 29, 2017

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The radio telescope Effelsberg is a radio telescope in the Eifel part Ahrgebirge. It stands near Effelsberg in the North Rhine-Westphalian district of Euskirchen. The aperture (opening width) of the …

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February 23, 2020

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The second largest fully moveable radio telescope in the world may look inconspicuous to some, but if you stand in front of it and realize that this telescope is currently receiving signals from the edge of space, you may become aware of its insignificance. Technology enthusiasts will definitely get their money's worth. The telescope can be aligned on the rail with an accuracy of less than half a millimeter.

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1. Martinssteig Trail – Milky Way Trail loop from Effelsberg

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2. Effelsberg Radio Telescope – Effelsberg Radio Telescope loop from Wald

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Elevation 330 m

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Saturday 24 January

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Location: Bad Münstereifel, Euskirchen, Cologne District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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1. Martinssteig Trail – Milky Way Trail loop from Effelsberg

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