Uraniborg (44 m a.s.l., South Baltic Coast)

About peak Uraniborg

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Logged on Vrcholovka 2x in total. Vrchol Uraniborg was added here by Nohy na stole and info was completed by Martin Matějka a Profesorskey - Jan Bratt.

Uraniborg, located at the highest point of the Swedish island of Ven, is a fascinating monument of scientific history. In the 16th century, it was built by Danish astronomer Tycho Brahe as the first modern observatory in Europe, specifically designed for astronomical observations – even before the invention of the telescope. It served not only as a center for star research but also as a laboratory for alchemy and meteorology. Today, visitors can find a reconstructed Renaissance garden, the ruins of the observatory, and the underground Stjerneborg, which hosts a multimedia exhibition. The site is part of the Tycho Brahe Museum, located in the former Allhelgonakyrkan church. Uraniborg is also the destination of a picturesque 12 km hiking trail that circles the entire island, offering views of the sea, tranquil beaches, and the natural beauty of the island of Ven.

Chalet/accommodation

There is no chalet on the peak.

Stroller access

This peak is accessible with a stroller.

Views

There are views from the peak.

Cable car

There is no cable car to this peak.

Equipment

No special equipment is required for this summit.

Accessibility

120 Swedish kronor, approximately 250 CZK (as of 2025) for entry to the site