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Find out more about how I came to found this astronomy company!

A few words about me

I started astronomy in 2008, I was naive, of course, but this mistake made me curious. Very curious. And it was this curiosity that started it all.

Passion was winning me over.

Very quickly, I became a real hardware geek It became my playground: comparing, testing and understanding every technical detail. I started with visual observation, then quickly moved on to the’astrophotography, which I have been practising for 10 years.

How did I get started? A sensor CCD and a AZ-EQ6. A demanding combination, but incredibly formative. I was hooked immediately. So much so, that I became obsessed with scrutinizing every patch of clear sky.

For a long time, all this was done in my spare time, until one day, after my studies and the start of a career in a completely different field, I decided to follow what I was really passionate about.

This is how Deep Space Astronomy SA.

I have great ambitions for this company: this store is just the first incarnation. Many other projects are in the pipeline...

Stick around if you're interested in what happens next 😉

Our team

Meet the key members of our team.
Carlos Burkhalter
Founder and General Manager
An astronomy enthusiast for almost 20 years, he now devotes his time to long-focus astrophotography of small galaxies. He is also Chairman of the Foundation Committee of the FXB Observatory in St-Luc.
Jorge Burkhalter
Mechanical engineer and CAD specialist
An amateur astronomer and science fan, he's particularly good at making parts!

Our mission

Our mission is to democratize astronomy by offering quality equipment, accessible training and creating a passionate community.

Our values

At Deep Space Astronomy, we believe that astronomy is more than just a hobby: it's a gateway to the universe, a quest for meaning and a human and technical adventure.

Demanding expertise

Our team is made up of experienced enthusiasts who can give you the right advice, whether you're a beginner or a seasoned astrophotographer. Our aim is not to sell at any price, but to help you find the equipment that perfectly matches your needs, practice and level.

Personalized, human support

Buying a telescope is often the first step into a vast... but sometimes intimidating universe. That's why we make it a point of honor to accompany every enthusiast, before and after the purchase. Whether you need advice when choosing your first instrument, help with mounting, setting up or adjusting your setup, or advice in the field on how to get the most out of your equipment, we're here to help.

Meet other astronomy enthusiasts on our site

Our café/bar is the ideal place to meet and network with other astronomy enthusiasts. Enjoy the friendly atmosphere and discover new perspectives on the universe.
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Our Impact and
our achievements

We are proud to share with you our key statistics on the achievements and impact of our company. Thanks to our expertise in astronomy, we've been able to supply quality equipment, train many enthusiasts and organize rewarding events.

50%

Telescopes sold worldwide

50%

Satisfied customers who recommend our services

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