Are you planning to visit Galicia this summer? Galicia is getting ready to host one of the most extraordinary natural spectacles of recent decades: the total solar eclipse on August 12, 2026. A unique event in which the sky will darken at sunset and the Atlantic Ocean will witness an unforgettable moment.
If you’re thinking about a different kind of getaway, this is the perfect plan: nature, gastronomy, culture… and an astronomical phenomenon that only a few places in the world will be able to experience in its full magnitude.
A once-in-a-lifetime experience
The eclipse will take place in the late afternoon, with the Sun very low on the western horizon. This makes Galicia a privileged destination, as many of its beaches, viewpoints, and cliffs offer clear views over the ocean—the ideal setting to observe it.
In some locations, the phenomenon will last until just before sunset, creating a magical atmosphere in which the light will change, the temperature will drop, and the landscape will be completely transformed.
Best places to enjoy the eclipse
To make the most of the eclipse, there is one key factor: choosing the right location.
A Coruña
A province with a clear presence of totality. The city of A Coruña lies within the path of totality, as do many municipalities in the metropolitan area and across the north and inland regions. In the southwest and in some coastal areas, the eclipse will be partial.
Lugo
This is the Galician province with the greatest coverage of the path of totality. Most of the territory, including the capital, will be able to experience the total eclipse.
Ourense
A province of contrasts: a predominance of a partial eclipse with totality in some municipalities. This is especially concentrated in the east and southeast (Valdeorras and mountainous areas), while in the city of Ourense and much of the rest of the territory, the eclipse will be partial.
Pontevedra
A partial eclipse predominates, with totality only in specific inland municipalities. In most of the province, the magnitude will be very high, although it will not reach totality.
At this link, you can access an interactive map that will allow you to check, municipality by municipality, where to view the eclipse (total or partial) and at what time.
Much more than an eclipse
Planning your trip around the eclipse is also the perfect excuse to discover Galicia in summer:
- Endless beaches: from urban sandy shores to hidden coves
- Gastronomy: seafood, fish, and wines with designation of origin
- Nature: routes, natural parks, and unique landscapes
- Culture and tradition: festivals, heritage, and charming towns
Imagine ending the day with an eclipsed sunset and a dinner by the sea. Hard to beat a summer holiday like that. We look forward to welcoming you!
