LOFAR from a hot air balloon

© ASTRON

Last week, one of our LOFAR neighbours enjoyed a hot air balloon flight over the province of Drenthe. It gave magnificent views on his own croplands but as the wind took them further north, they also crossed our LOFAR core. This picture was taken from the balloon. The reflection of light in the water surface beautifully highlights the unique location of our instrument in its natural surroundings.