{"id":36896,"date":"2025-09-26T19:49:07","date_gmt":"2025-09-26T17:49:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/niet-gecategoriseerd\/5-dark-sky-sites-in-europe\/"},"modified":"2026-06-25T16:23:43","modified_gmt":"2026-06-25T14:23:43","slug":"5-dark-sky-sites-in-europe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/en\/green-travel-tips\/5-dark-sky-sites-in-europe\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Dark Sky Sites in Europe"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5 Dark Sky Sites in Europe: From the Wadden Sea Coast to the Alentejo<\/h1>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Best months: September through November and February through April (long, clear nights)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Where is it truly dark? Terschelling (NL), Lauwersmeer (NL), Alqueva (PT), Ainos (GR), Exmoor (UK) <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Getting around without a car? Yes: train\/bus and a last-mile transfer or rental bike <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What should you bring? A red-light lamp, a thermos, layers of clothing, a tripod, and binoculars <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dark Sky photo settings: 10\u201320s, f\/2.0\u20132.8, ISO 1600\u20133200 (test and adjust)  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Respect for nature and the night: No flash photography or drones; speak in a whisper; stay on the trails.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"8767\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/pexels-samkolder-2387877-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Wadden Coast - dark sky location - Milky Way\" class=\"wp-image-8767\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"681\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"8758\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Merel-Tuk_-Press-trip-Friesland_-April-202437portait-681x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Wadden Coast - Dark Sky Location\" class=\"wp-image-8758\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"721\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"8754\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Mieke-Tacken-Waddenkust-apr-2024-0682-721x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Wadden Coast - dark sky - moon\" class=\"wp-image-8754\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Tip:<\/strong> Plan for at least a <strong>two-day stay<\/strong>. In coastal and mountainous areas, the clouds can clear up quickly.   <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dark Sky on the Map<\/h2>\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/u\/0\/embed?mid=1Ox2mRnPCIOfek7eR5cIMln6kMb8qsWY&#038;ehbc=2E312F&#038;noprof=1\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\"><\/iframe>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1) Wadden Sea Coast of Groningen &amp; Friesland: Dark by the Sea (NL)  <\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why You&#8217;ll Want to Come Here<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>From the sky to the horizon:<\/strong> nowhere else is the starry sky so clear above the salt marshes and dikes. In addition to the Boschplaat on Terschelling, Lauwersmeer National Park is also a Dark Sky area. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Combine it with the magic of daylight:<\/strong> mudflat walking, migratory birds, endless dikes.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Easy to reach:<\/strong> multiple public transportation entrances and quiet villages.  <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"8820\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Wad-Expedities-Engelmansplaat-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Engelmansplaat Mudflat Expeditions\" class=\"wp-image-8820\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"485\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"25847\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/2493-e1758900086987-485x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"Terschelling - Beach at Sunset\" class=\"wp-image-25847\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What should I do?<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A nighttime walk along the dike, or to one of the lookout points in or around <strong>Lauwersmeer National Park<\/strong>.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During the day, the <strong>Ziltepad<\/strong> or short salt marsh trails.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Public Transportation: On\/Off<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By train to <strong>Leeuwarden\/Groningen<\/strong> and by bus towards <strong>Lauwersoog<\/strong> \/ <strong>Anjum<\/strong> \/ <strong>Zoutkamp<\/strong> ; the last part on foot\/by bike.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Book direct<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Small-scale B&amp;Bs and nature campsites on the mainland; choose hosts who respect a quiet night\u2019s sleep.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Learn more<\/strong> about the <a href=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/nederland\/waddenkust\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"8726\"><strong>Wadden Sea Coast of Groningen\/Friesland<\/strong><\/a>.  <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2) Twente: Star Cube &amp; Silence (NL)  <\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why You&#8217;ll Want to Come Here<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Accessible stargazing:<\/strong> from your <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/en\/nature-stay\/bossem-heritage\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"17792\">star cube<\/a><\/strong> through the skylight. It\u2019s not an official dark sky area, but there\u2019s very little light pollution, so the starry sky is clear. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dark countryside skies:<\/strong> little light pollution outside the villages. At the Cosmos Observatory in Lattrop, they offer various activities related to stargazing and the universe. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>A leisurely weekend:<\/strong> hiking and biking through ash groves and hedgerows.  <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"25486\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/20220606_121634-e1758030532469-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Twente - Delden\" class=\"wp-image-25486\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/20220606_121634-e1758030532469-980x551.jpg 980w, https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/20220606_121634-e1758030532469-480x270.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"31516\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Sterrenkubus-in-scherming-NS-1-1-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Star Cube Heritage Bosse\" class=\"wp-image-31516\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Sterrenkubus-in-scherming-NS-1-1-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Sterrenkubus-in-scherming-NS-1-1-980x980.jpg 980w, https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Sterrenkubus-in-scherming-NS-1-1-480x480.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"576\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"25502\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/IMG_6526-1-576x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Lattrop - Cosmos Observatory\" class=\"wp-image-25502\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What should I do?<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An evening stroll under red light; from your bed, you can see the dark sky inside the cube.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During the day, explore several estate tours, castles, and farmers&#8217; markets.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Public Transportation: On\/Off<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Take the train to <strong>Oldenzaal or Enschede<\/strong>, then the bus to Lattrop; cover the last kilometer by taxi or rental bike.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Book direct<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stay directly with a farmer or at a small-scale B&amp;B; ask about their lighting policy (are the outdoor lights turned off?).  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read more<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/nederland\/overijssel\/vakantie-twente-tips\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"25395\"><strong>Twente &amp; Tips for Staying in a Star Cube<\/strong><\/a>.  <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3) Alentejo: Dark Sky Alqueva (Portugal)  <\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why You&#8217;ll Want to Come Here<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>World-class stargazing:<\/strong> an official <strong>Starlight<\/strong> Site with astronomy guides and viewing platforms. It even won the \u201cEurope\u2019s Responsible Tourism Award\u201d in 2025.   <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Warm and clear climate:<\/strong> nights are often stable in the early and late seasons.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Nature and culture:<\/strong> the white village of <strong>Monsaraz<\/strong>, olive groves, and Lake Alqueva.  <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"684\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"25563\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/3.-Breakfast-balcony-684x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Montimerso - Breakfast on the Balcony\" class=\"wp-image-25563\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"977\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"29506\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Stargazingmontimerso-977x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Montimerso - dark sky - starry sky\" class=\"wp-image-29506\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"2697\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/monsaraz-5229027_1920-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Monsaraz, Alentejo, Portugal\" class=\"wp-image-2697\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/monsaraz-5229027_1920-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/monsaraz-5229027_1920-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What should I do?<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Guided stargazing session or self-guided tour at designated spots.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During the day, you can hike through montado landscapes or paddle on the lake.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Public Transportation: On\/Off<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Take a train or bus from <strong>Lisbon to \u00c9vora\/Reguengos<\/strong>; from there, arrange a short transfer with your accommodation.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Book direct<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Small-scale stays (e.g., <a href=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/en\/nature-stay\/montimerso-skyscape-country-house\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"25587\"><strong>Mountain Skyscape Country House<\/strong><\/a>) with <strong>a light-friendly policy<\/strong>; eat from the land.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read more<\/strong> about <a href=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/portugal\/alentejo\/wat-te-zien-in-alentejo-portugal\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/portugal\/alentejo\/wat-te-zien-in-alentejo-portugal\/\"><strong>Alentejo, Dark Sky Alqueva &amp; accommodation tips<\/strong><\/a>.  <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4) Kefalonia: Ainos Dark Sky Park (Greece)  <\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why You&#8217;ll Want to Come Here<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The Milky Way over the sea:<\/strong> a combination of the darkness of the mountains and the island air.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>A unique forest by day:<\/strong> black pines and scenic trails.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Peace and quiet outside of peak season:<\/strong> quiet coves and cool nights.  <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"7021\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Kefalonia-natuur-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Kefalonia&#039;s Nature\" class=\"wp-image-7021\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"7019\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Kefalonia-Assos-strand-met-gekleurde-stoelen-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Kefalonia - Assos - beach with colorful chairs\" class=\"wp-image-7019\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What should I do?<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stargazing at designated spots in <strong>Ainos<\/strong>; short hikes at dusk.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Combine this with snorkeling or sea kayaking on calm mornings.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Public Transportation: On\/Off<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Flight or ferry from <strong>Athens to Kefalonia<\/strong>; local bus, taxi, or rental bike to the Ainos region.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Book direct<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Family-run inns and nature retreats: Check the lighting rules (outdoor lights, curtains).  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Learn more<\/strong> about <a href=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/griekenland\/kefalonia\/kefalonia-natuur\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/griekenland\/kefalonia\/kefalonia-natuur\/\"><strong>Kefalonia, nature &amp; dark-sky highlights<\/strong><\/a>.  <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5) South West Coast Path &#8211; Exmoor Dark Sky (UK)  <\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why You&#8217;ll Want to Come Here<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Stars above the cliffs:<\/strong> the sea horizon and the deep darkness of Exmoor National Park.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Perfect for a combination trip:<\/strong> hiking during the day, stargazing at night.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Well organized:<\/strong> dark-sky viewpoints and local guides.  <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"5860\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/cornwall-5171138_1920-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Cornwall - South West Coast Path - Evening Sun Flowers\" class=\"wp-image-5860\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/cornwall-5171138_1920-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/cornwall-5171138_1920-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"5863\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/South-west-coastal-path-cornwall-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"South West Coast Path - Cornwall\" class=\"wp-image-5863\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/South-west-coastal-path-cornwall-980x654.jpg 980w, https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/South-west-coastal-path-cornwall-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"514\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"5844\" src=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/exmoor-national-park-7478052_1920-514x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Exmoor National Park pony\" class=\"wp-image-5844\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/exmoor-national-park-7478052_1920-514x1024.jpg 514w, https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/exmoor-national-park-7478052_1920-480x957.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 514px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What should I do?<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Choose a coastal leg (e.g., <strong>Porlock\u2013Lynmouth<\/strong>); stargazing on a windless night.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Attend dark-sky events in the fall or winter.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Public Transportation: On\/Off<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>London Paddington &#8211; Taunton<\/strong> (GWR) + bus <strong>28<\/strong> to <strong>Minehead<\/strong>; local buses between coastal towns.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Book direct<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">B&amp;Bs and inns along the trail; ask about late check-in and early breakfast.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Learn more<\/strong> about the <a href=\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/engeland\/south-west-coast-path\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"5853\"><strong>South West Coast Path, our tips for the Exmoor sections<\/strong><\/a>.  <\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#eeeee8\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Practical &amp; Sustainable Stargazing  <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Red light only<\/strong> (night vision for animals).  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>No flash photography or drones<\/strong> in nature reserves.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Low noise<\/strong>: Nighttime is their habitat.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cold Weather Plan<\/strong>: layers + hat\/gloves, even in Portugal and Greece.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Plan your shoulder season<\/strong> for calm and clear weather.  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mini-FAQ: Dark Sky Europe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Which app should I use?<\/strong> <em>Stellarium<\/em> or <em>Sky Guide<\/em>; set the display to <strong>red<\/strong>.  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Can you do this using public transportation?<\/strong>  Yes, basically all five. Last kilometer: on foot, by (e-)bike, or by arranged transfer.   <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A photography tip for beginners?<\/strong>  Manual mode, 2-second timer, RAW enabled; take 5 test shots at different ISO settings.  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Here you&#8217;ll find a list of all <a href=\"https:\/\/darksky.org\/what-we-do\/international-dark-sky-places\/all-places\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/darksky.org\/what-we-do\/international-dark-sky-places\/all-places\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>official dark sky sites<\/strong><\/a> in the world.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>5 Dark Sky Sites in Europe: From the Wadden Sea Coast to the Alentejo Tip: Plan for at least a two-day stay. In coastal and mountainous areas, the clouds can clear up quickly. 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