Photographing the Milky Way isn't very easy, but if you know when and how to photograph it, you can achieve good results even with a compact camera.

My Milky Way Photos

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When and where can you observe the Milky Way?

The Milky Way isn't always visible, and it can be photographed at different times and in different positions, similar to photographing the moon. There are calendars that show when the Milky Way is visible from which region and in which configuration.

Where is the best place to observe the Milky Way?

That's the insider tip: you have to be in the right place at the right time to capture Milky Way photos, even in Austria. Ideally, choose a dark location with minimal light pollution.

What equipment is best for photographing the Milky Way?