On the evening of August 12, 2026, an extraordinary celestial event is on the horizon: A total solar eclipse will pass over parts of Europe—though not over Germany.
Here in Germany, we will experience an impressive partial eclipse, which will nonetheless offer a rare and spectacular sight. Germany will be entirely within the Moon’s penumbra. As a result, the sun will not be completely, but clearly and visibly “nibbled away.”
What do you need to safely observe the solar eclipse? You can find a list 👉 here!
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Telescopes
APM offers you a comprehensive selection of different telescopes for every requirement and budget. We can offer you various mirror telescopes, refractors and catadioptric telescopes, from a simple entry-level telescope to a 1.5m observatory telescope.
125mm f/2 Honders Advanced Catadioptric Astrograph
THE ULTIMATE GRAB-AND GO ASTROGRAPH !!

The all-new Honders Advanced Catadioptric, or HAC125DX Minigraph is the smallest, fastest astrograph you can find.The Honders Advanced Catadoptric optical design maximizes its glass with hybrid refractive and reflective surfaces to deliver the sharpest, fastest, lightest catadioptric mini astrograph (minigraph) available.The Sky-Watcher Honders Advanced Catadioptric (HAC) telescope is a sophisticated, high-speed astrograph designed for fast, wide-field imaging in a compact and lightweight package. Unlike other small refractor astrographs, the HAC125DX features a lightning-fast f/2 focal ratio allowing you to capture images 5x faster than a standard f/4.9 optic. With this kind of speed that means more data in less time and no need to autoguide!
The TS 10" f/8 Ritchey-Chrétien Astrograph is a dream telescope for astrophotography.
New Vixen SD103SII apochromatic high-performance refractor with FPL53 SD glass and improved optical properties for demanding observers and astrophotographers
The Ultra-Cat 56 is a high-performance 56 mm apochromatic refractor, designed for astrophotographers who demand exceptional clarity and true color accuracy.
The William Optics GT 71 Apo stands for optimal color correction and best possible contrast - a powerful travel telescope for observation and photography.
HIGH QUALITY TELESCOPE FOR DISCERNING ENTRY/INTERMEDIATE-LEVEL ASTRONOMERS
The STARQUEST DX SERIES are complete telescope packages combining a selection of superb proven Sky-Watcher optics with the new, precision crafted StarQuest DX Deluxe Mount, after which the series is named. With the discerning, entry/intermediate-level observers in mind, who wants a telescope that does not compromise on quality, we are confident these telescopes, regardless of which model you choose, will not disappoint and most importantly provide a solid platform upon which to nurture and help grow a lasting interest in the fascinating hobby of astronomy.