😎 Where to watch the 2026 total solar eclipse
Five places to turn August 12 into a proper day trip (plus the Asturian coast’s extra seconds of darkness, the safety rules you really cannot ignore and a backup eclipse for chronic procrastinators!)
Spain is set to experience a rare total solar eclipse on Wednesday, August 12, the first of its kind on the mainland in over a century. The eclipse will be visible along a narrow strip across northern Spain, transforming daytime into a brief night. The path of totality will begin in Galicia, traverse northern Spain, and reach the Balearic Islands just before sunset.
The partial eclipse will commence at approximately 7:30 p.m., with totality arriving between 8:28 and 8:29 p.m. However, the low position of the Sun makes finding an unobstructed view a challenge. The article suggests checking the Instituto Geográfico Nacional's official eclipse viewer for precise timings and advises visitors to scout their exact viewing spot in advance, considering local access plans and closures.
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