Deep sky from the countryside

M95 and M96 are among the highlights in the galaxy hunting ground that is Leo. The spiral structure of M96 was identified as early as 1850.

This pair of galaxies is one of the most beautiful observation targets in the northern night sky – both fit into the field of view of a 2" eyepiece.

The M51 galaxy in the constellation of Canes Venatici is one of the most impressive galaxies in the spring night sky. Actually, there are two!

Although M4 in Scorpius is the nearest globular cluster to us, observing it is not easy. But it's worth trying.

A dark sky is more important than a telescope if you want to observe this impressive dark nebula in Ophiuchus.

The small, bright planetary nebula NGC 6210 in Hercules is young, reveals structures and even a bright blue-green colour!

The central star remains a difficult target, yet the planetary nebula in Lyra is one of the most beautiful objects in the night sky.

This globular cluster in Vulpecula could easily also pass as an open cluster – a beautiful target embedded in the Milky Way.

In addition to the North America Nebula and the Veil Nebula, Cygnus is home to the exotic Crescent Nebula NGC 6888. You'll need an OIII filter.

As early as 1877, French astronomer Stephan discovered this group of 5 interacting galaxies – a target for telescopes with an aperture of 8 inches or more.

A wealth of details makes this small gas nebula, which was discovered in 1881 by US astronomer Barnard, a popular target for deep sky lovers.

Twice the size of our Milky Way and with an interacting companion, this spiral in Aries invites you to explore it with your telescope.

Whether you're using binoculars or a telescope, the Double Cluster in Perseus lives up to its reputation as a first-rate object!

The famous supernova remnant in the constellation of Taurus, observed by Chinese astronomers in July 1054, is the most awesome of all the deep sky objects.

What can be more fun than a deep sky object? A second cluster can be found located half a degree from M38 in the same field of view.

The reflection nebula M78 looks a little like a faint comet. Dark, clear country skies give us a glimpse of dust and structures.

IC 443 remains invisible without a nebula filter, but with an OIII or UHC filter you will discover a fascinating target that is reminiscent of the Veil Nebula.

This brilliant cluster lies low on the winter horizon, and requires a telescope with an aperture of 8 inches or more, together with higher magnification.