Shooting star spectacle: Perseid night in Bremen promises magic!

Shooting star spectacle: Perseid night in Bremen promises magic!

In the coming nights, Bremen can expect a spectacular spectacle in the night sky: The Perseid meteor shower will bring up to 60 shooting stars per hour, especially at its peak on the night of August 12th to 13th. This fascinating celestial phenomenon is visible over Germany and especially over Bremen, and there is great anticipation about taking advantage of the clear night sky. Already more than three to four meteors can be discovered per hour, which further fuels the passion of sky watchers. That's how he reports Weser courier.

The origin of the Perseids lies in comet 109 P/Swift-Tuttle, which orbits the sun every 133 years. This impressive celestial body last passed in 1992, and the closest approach will be in 2125. With a diameter of 26 kilometers, Swift-Tuttle is significantly larger than the object responsible for the extinction of the dinosaurs. The comet leaves a trail of dust that passes through Earth from late July to late August, creating the glittering streaks of light in the sky that we perceive as meteor showers. Loud NASA We record dust particles that hit the earth's atmosphere at speeds between 30 and 35 kilometers per second.

The best places for observation

For those who want to enjoy the spectacle to the fullest, dark places without light sources are the best for eagle eyes. In Bremen, the Leuchtenburg, the Blockland and Metalhenge are ideal for observing the Perseids. The best way to do this is to visit star parks and islands that have no light pollution. In Lower Saxony, the island of Spiekeroog is recognized as an international star park, while other places across Germany such as the Westhavelland Nature Park and the Rhön Biosphere Reserve are on the list. These places promise an excellent view of the heavenly spectacle!

However, the visibility of the Perseids depends heavily on weather conditions. Partly cloudy nights can currently be observed in Bremen, which could limit visibility. The dark nights are important to experience the shooting stars in their full glory.

Light pollution and its dangers

An important issue that is also under discussion is light pollution, which can severely impact the shooting star spectacle. This is often caused by spotlights and illuminated billboards and results in a dramatic brightening of the night sky, limiting the view of the Perseids. Light pollution not only affects the sky, but also the nature around us. The problem affects nocturnal animals that rely on artificial light sources and can lead to disturbances in their habitat, as reported by National Geographic addressed. The call can be heard here to turn off unnecessary light and to respect the night in your personal environment.

Overall, people in Bremen have a wonderful opportunity to immerse themselves in the mysteries of the universe and at the same time point out how important it is to protect our night sky. Because who knows - maybe the sky will become even brighter in the coming nights if we all work together to make the darkness work again.