Every year in August, astronomers gather to observe the stars at nightfall, in the hope of a clear sky for star-gazing: this is the Nuit des Étoiles. Although there aren't many spots in Paris due to light pollution, the Cité des Sciences et de l' Industrie is used to bringing starry-sky enthusiasts together in the beautiful meadow of the cercle nord, behind the Géode.
Here, glasses and telescopes await us for observations of the Moon and the Parisian sky. Mediators are on hand to answer any questions we may have, and we can even take part in a sky map-making workshop to learn how to find our bearings and observe the sky and its constellations. The program also includes a mini-conference on the theme of "Stardust "! All activities are free and open to children aged six and over.
If you're not in Paris at the time, Starry Night is celebrated throughout France at . It's an opportunity to learn more about the stars that surround us, and to dream a little during this summer period. Don't forget to watch the Perseids, throughout August!
Les Nuits des Étoiles 2023: the program of events in Paris and the Île-de-France region
Nuits des Étoiles 2022 returns from August 11 to 13, 2023. For a whole weekend, astronomers will be inviting the curious to observe the stars in Paris and the Ile-de-France region! Click here to discover our selection of activities in the region. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
On August 11th, 2023
Location
Cité des sciences et de l'industrie
30 Avenue Corentin Cariou
75019 Paris 19
Access
Metro: line 7, Porte de la Villette station. Bus: lines 139, 150, 152, Porte de la Villette station. Tramway: T3b, Porte de la Villette station.
Prices
Free
Recommended age
From 10 years old
Official website
www.cite-sciences.fr
Les Nuits des Étoiles 2023: the program of events in Paris and the Île-de-France region
