Taastrup - Ole Rømer Museum
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East of Roskilde in the Vestskoven Forest the observatory of the celebrated astronomer Ole Rømer (1644-1710) was discovered in 1978. The place is now signposted, and in the nearby Vridsløsemagle Museum information can be obtained about Rømer's work as an astronomer.
A replica of the "Planetarium" built by Rømer is on display in the museum. It was the first mechanical model based on a sun centered solar system. Also on display is Rømer's eclipsareon modeling motions of sun, earth and moon.
A replica of the "Planetarium" built by Rømer is on display in the museum. It was the first mechanical model based on a sun centered solar system. Also on display is Rømer's eclipsareon modeling motions of sun, earth and moon.
Hobbies & Activities category: Astronomical observatory or site; Science, technology attraction or museum
From October to April, the observatory holds star-gazer evenings on Thursdays (8 to 10 p.m.). Reserve on same day by telephone.
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