Eclipse path
Where Zaragoza sits in the shadow
Zaragoza's city centre sees about 1 minute 23 seconds of totality, but it lies near the path edge — driving 10-20 km northwest reaches the centre line for a longer eclipse.
Spain · Aragon
2026 Total Solar Eclipse in Zaragoza
Zaragoza is inside the path of totality for the solar eclipse of 12 August 2026. Maximum eclipse occurs at approximately 20:29 CEST, and totality lasts about 1 min 23 s. At maximum, the Sun is about 7° above the western horizon, so choose an unobstructed viewing location.
Eclipse typeTotal
Maximum Sun obscuration100%
Maximum eclipseapproximately 20:29 CEST
Totality lastsapproximately 1 min 23 s
Local eclipse circumstances for Zaragoza
| Maximum eclipse | approximately 20:29 CEST |
|---|---|
| Sun altitude at maximum | 7.0° |
| Sun azimuth at maximum | 295.0° |
Times are local to the city. Circumstances can change across the urban area, so use the map for your exact viewing point and verify critical values before travel.
City map
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Local guide
Zaragoza lies inside the path of totality for the 12 August 2026 solar eclipse. The city-centre estimate is ~20:29 CEST with approximately ~1 min 23 s of totality.
Sun and horizon
Where to look
At maximum the Sun sits about 7° above the west-northwest (azimuth approximately 290–300°). Sun very low (approximately 6-7°); the Puente de Piedra can frame the eclipse above the Basilica del Pilar spires. For longer totality, drive 10-20 km northwest toward the centre line.
Possible viewing areas
Places to investigate in Zaragoza
These are planning leads rather than guaranteed official viewing sites. Check access, closures, safety and the western horizon yourself before eclipse day.
Puente de Piedra & Basílica del Pilar
Historic bridge where photographers may catch the low eclipsed Sun above the basilica spires.
Access:
Verify public transport, parking, walking access and accessibility before eclipse day.
Check before travelling:
Confirm opening hours, capacity, permissions and any temporary obstructions; scout the site the evening before at the same time.
41.66000, -0.88000
San Lázaro riverfront
Open Ebro riverbank behind the basilica with western sightlines.
Access:
Verify public transport, parking, walking access and accessibility before eclipse day.
Check before travelling:
Confirm opening hours, capacity, permissions and any temporary obstructions; scout the site the evening before at the same time.
41.66000, -0.87000
Countryside NW of the city
Drive toward the centre line for longer totality and cleaner horizons.
Access:
Verify public transport, parking, walking access and accessibility before eclipse day.
Check before travelling:
Confirm opening hours, capacity, permissions and any temporary obstructions; scout the site the evening before at the same time.
41.72000, -0.98000
Travel planning
Getting to and around Zaragoza
AVE from Madrid in approximately 75 min and an international airport; the most-cited base for combining city amenities with strong weather odds.
Weather strategy
Keep a mobile backup plan
Fifth-largest Spanish city on the Ebro; the surrounding valley has some of the best clear-sky odds on the whole path, but the city centre gets only approximately 1 min 23 s and sits near the path edge. Historical August climate is a guide, not a forecast — check the 48-hour outlook and keep a backup location.
Nearby alternatives
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Distance: 200 km
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Total 100% · approximately 20:29 CEST
Distance: 240 km
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Bilbao
Total 100% · approximately 20:28 CEST
Distance: 250 km
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Local questions
Zaragoza eclipse FAQ
Is the 2026 eclipse total in Zaragoza?
Yes. Zaragoza lies inside the path of totality. Maximum eclipse is around 20:29 CEST, with about 1 min 23 s of totality at the city centre.
Which direction should I look from Zaragoza?
Look toward the west-northwest, at an azimuth of approximately 295°. The Sun is about 7° above the horizon at maximum, so check the sightline before eclipse day.
How long does totality last in Zaragoza?
Totality lasts about 1 min 23 s at the city centre. The exact duration changes slightly across the surrounding area.
Sources and review notes
- NationalEclipse.com — 2026 city data (NASA/Espenak) — Totality start times and durations
- Instituto Geográfico Nacional (IGN), Spain — Official Spanish eclipse circumstances
- timeanddate.com — 12 August 2026 eclipse — Global timings and obscuration
City guide last reviewed: 2026-07-10.