Crescent Moon and Venus Kassel, Germany, 17.06.2026 The planet Venus appears above a waxing crescent Moon in the evening sky over northern Hesse. The close conjunction was visible across parts of Europe in the days leading up to the summer solstice. Earthshine is visible on the Moons darkened surface. Hessen
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Credit: Christoph Rutenkolk
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Recording Date: Jun 17, 2026
Media Size: 9,504×6,336 Pixels
Crescent Moon and Venus Kassel, Germany, 17.06.2026 The planet Venus appears above a waxing crescent Moon in the evening sky over northern Hesse. The close conjunction was visible across parts of Europe in the days leading up to the summer solstice. Earthshine is visible on the Moons darkened surface. Hessen
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