Overview

• The sixth annual Sternenparkwochen run from July 25 through August 17 across the UNESCO-designated Rhön biosphere reserve.
• The “Licht aus, Sterne an” campaign will switch off streetlights in participating towns from August 8 to 10 to heighten night-sky visibility.
• An astrophotography workshop on July 26 at Hessens’ highest peak, the Wasserkuppe, will teach enthusiasts how to capture star trails.
• Cultural programs include a poetry and sound performance under the stars in Hilders on July 31 and an astronomy show at Fulda Planetarium on August 15.
• Stargazers can gather for the “Nacht der Perseiden” on August 12 at Dipperz’s floating stage as the Perseiden shower peaks.