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Westerbork Synthesis Radio Telescope

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Westerbork Synthesis Radio Telescope

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Westerbork Synthesis Radio Telescope

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    April 11, 2024

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    On and around the memorial there is a research station for space and star research with radio telescopes
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    April 15, 2024

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    There are radio telescopes of a research station throughout the site
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    October 31, 2024

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    The Westerbork Synthesis Radio Telescope, also known as Radio Observatory Westerbork, is a radio telescope consisting of fourteen separate parabolic antennas in the woods near Hooghalen and Westerbork in Drenthe. The WSRT was put into use in 1970 for astronomical observations
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    1. Westerbork Memorial Path – Westerbork National Monument loop from Hooghalen

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 10 m

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