Moon viewing A quarter of the night sky
Saturday, 23rd May 2026

Moon viewing
A quarter of the night sky

A special evening dedicated to the magic of the night sky!

Come and discover the fascinating details of the first-quarter moon, when light and shadow reveal craters, mountains and lunar seas in spectacular fashion.

After dinner, from around 9 pm, the astronomical observatory will be open for a guided tour.

The observatory can be reached via a new, easy-to-follow path (the Bio-Geological Trail) in just a few minutes, offering views stretching from the Alps to the Apennines.

Programme

05:00 pm
Meet at Miglieglia at the cable car station

05:10 pm
Ascent to Monte Lema

07:30 pm
Dinner at Ristostello Lema 1624

Menu
Mixed salad
Pork cheeks
Dessert of the day

09:00 pm
Guided tour of the astronomical observatory

Brochure

Price

Price for adults: CHF 140.–
Price for children: CHF 115.–(aged 6 to 15)

Includes:
– round-trip cable car ticket
– expert guide
– dinner
– overnight stay
– breakfast

Payment is due at the ticket office when purchasing your ticket.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Length: 1.6 km
Elevation gain/loss: 80 m / 80 m
Duration: 45 minutes
Technical difficulty: easy

Booking required at least 2 days before the event:
riservazioni@lemamountain.ch

The event may be cancelled in the event of bad weather.

Recommended clothing:
sportswear, windbreaker, hiking boots.

Bring headlamps and torches for walking at night.

Participants must make their own way to the meeting point.

Free parking available on site.

Offer cannot be combined with other discounts.

With the support of :

Picture © Francesco Fumagalli
Presidente dell’Associazione Le Pleiadi