About Us

Englishman Matt Dawson and frenchman Marc Kaschinski welcome you to their astronomy centre in the heart of rural Lorraine, 30 minutes from  Verdun and just 60 minutes from historic Luxembourg. We are both professional astronomers and 'keen amateurs', and we look forward to showing you the wonders of the universe though a large telescope, beginners and seasoned stargazers alike. We also offer visits to the  WW1 battlefield of Verdun, historic Luxembourg City, the delightful Lac de Madine, and local wineries.​
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The Observatory

The night sky through our 33" equatorial
Newtonian has to be seen to believed. Its yours to use as you wish, for the length of your stay. Observing? CCD imaging? Minor Planet discovery? The choice is yours. We are situated in the Cotes-de-Meuse dark sky protected national park, and our skies are among the darkest in northern France. Our T83 telescope is one of the largest privately owned telescopes in Europe, and is actively engaged in Near Earth Asteroid research (IAU site 216). We so far have 12 minor planet discoveries.

Our Guest House


Our 17th century farmhouse situated in the Cotes-de-Meuse national park offers our guests the traditional comforts of rural Lorraine. Join us for a holiday, or just stop off for the weekend on your way to the south of France. We can offer breakfast and a well equipped kitchen for self catering. Excellent french restaurants nearby.

​Prices from £38 per person with discount for families with children (observing included). Transport to/from airport/station available on request.








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