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Discover now: globes up to 80% off

January 15 2026, Marcus Schenk

Whether for orientation, as a decorative highlight, or for curious explorers: our big globe promotion sparks the joy of discovery. For a limited time only, globes are available with up to 80% off – definitely worth a look!

Shop now and save.

The promotion runs only until March 15, 2026 and while stocks last!

30% discount on the iOptron CEM26 mount

January 15 2026, Stefan Taube

Attention! We are now offering the CEM26 GoTo LiteRoc mount from iOptron with a 30% discount!

You can find more information about this mount here in the shop. The offer is only valid until 15 March 2026 – grab yours now!

Omegon Neptune fork mount now €200 cheaper

January 15 2026, Marcus Schenk

With two eyes through the universe: Discover our Omegon Neptune premium fork mount now and save €200 on every version. Whether solo or as a set with large binoculars. The Neptune stands for buttery-smooth movement and high stability during every observation.

Choose your preferred version:

Sets with Brightsky binoculars:

Promotion period: 15/01 – 15/03/2026. While stocks last!

The new Seestar S30 Pro Smart Telescope from ZWO

January 9 2026, Stefan Taube

The new Seestar S30 Pro is the successor to the highly popular Seestar S30 smart telescope. The Seestar is a fully automatic GoTo telescope for nature and astrophotography with two built-in cameras. It is controlled via smartphone or tablet using the proven Seestar app.

Demand is very high! We deliver in the order in which orders are received. Pre-order your copy now here in the shop!

Härkila winter sale: save 20% on winter clothing in stock

January 5 2026, Stefan Rieger

Härkila Sale

Spring is just around the corner. We are clearing our warehouse and you can save a lot:
Many Härkila winter jackets and trousers are available at special prices for the change of season.

So grab the best bargains now!

Offer valid from 2 January to 28 February 2026 on selected items and only while stocks last!

Christmas under the stars: Telescope sets for beginners

December 12 2025, Marcus Schenk

The Holidays are coming…

Christmas has snuck up on us again this year. Still looking for a Christmas gift? You don’t want to spend hours with saint-like patience searching for telescopes and accessories, however?

Especially during the “peaceful” Advent season most people hardly have time for that. In order to facilitate some of this stressful Holiday time for you we have the perfect solution!

With our telescope gift sets you’ll find the right present for your loved ones. Eyepieces, filters and star charts are already included – ready to take the recipients into the sky , as if they were riding on one of Santa’s reindeers.

Take a look at our telescope sets!

We wish you a joyful Advent season!

Which present should I get? Astronomical gift ideas for all stargazers

December 12 2025, Marcus Schenk

Still searching for the perfect gift? It’s not that easy, is it? Yet, every year this question sneaks back into our minds.

What if you didn’t have to worry about this at all this time? Just take a look at our gift page. You will find countless ideas for big and small astronomers there – and for those who want to become one.

Gifts for Astronomy Beginners: Useful gifts for getting started in Astronomy
Gifts for Hobby Astronomers: Even expert stargazers love to receive gifts!
Gifts for Nature Enthusiasts: Binoculars for observing birds and other animals
Gifts for Children and Teens: Ideas for young nature enthusiasts
Special Gifts: Looking for something extraordinary or particularly elegant?
Gifts for Hobby Microscopists: For everyone who loves discovering the world in miniature!

Get inspired and discover the most beautiful gift ideas!

ZEISS Conquest HDX and SFL including free harness

December 5 2025, Stefan Rieger

ZEISS Binocular Promo

Just in time for Christmas, ZEISS has once again come up with something special for its customers. From 1 December 2025 to 28 February 2026, receive a free harness worth €50 with any purchase of binoculars from the Conquest HDX or SFL series.

ZEISS Comfort strap

Thanks to its special shape, this harness strap noticeably relieves strain on the neck muscles and makes carrying binoculars all day long comfortable.

Get yours now and enjoy the comfort of this harness.

News from Swarovski: Compact and image-stabilised spotting scopes

December 5 2025, Stefan Rieger

Swarovski News

Once again Swarovski, the premium optics manufacturer from Austria, proves that it is not resting on its laurels. The latest additions to the spotting scope family are the two very compact and image-stabilised AT and ST Balance spotting scopes. The AT has a 65 mm objective lens diameter for angled viewing and 18-45x magnification. The ST Balance has a straight view and is even slightly lighter at 14-35×50.

Swarovski AT Balance

The basic idea behind these two spotting scope models is that some nature observers have always rejected spotting scopes because of their size and the fact that you cannot observe properly without a tripod. Swarovski, as the leading European manufacturer of high-end optics, now has something to counter these two arguments. We were able to get an idea of this during a pre-launch event.

Swarovski ST Balance

At the end of September, we tested the new product and the technology behind it on two extremely rainy days. Among other things, we were also able to observe how these spotting scopes are mounted in Absam. The next day, we went to Lake Chiemsee and were able to test the functionality of these spotting scopes and the image stabiliser both inside Herrenchiemsee Palace and on the shore.

In conclusion, we can only say: the usual excellent image quality and a very steady image when held in the hand.

BLACK WEEKEND: Special deals only this weekend!

November 28 2025, X. Waldow

Take advantage of our special prices this weekend. Get your deal now!

You will find all offers here: BLACK WEEKEND.

The prices are only valid from November 28th to December 1st, 2025.