Total Solar Eclipse — Longest of the Century

August 2, 2027 Eclipse

The longest total solar eclipse of the 21st century visible from Europe. Over 4 minutes 30 seconds of totality in southern Spain.

Total Solar Eclipse

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4m 32s

Max Totality

~250km

Path Width

10:45

Totality Time (CEST)

Aug 2

Monday

Interactive Eclipse Path Map

The path of totality crosses southern Spain, from Cádiz to the Mediterranean coast.

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Why This Eclipse Is Special

The 2027 eclipse is remarkable for several reasons:

  • Longest totality in Europe this century — over 4 minutes 30 seconds at the center line
  • Southern Spain's summer weather — Andalucía in August has some of the clearest skies in all of Europe, with cloud cover below 10%
  • Morning eclipse — totality occurs around 10:45 CEST, allowing comfortable morning viewing
  • Major tourist infrastructure — the path crosses the Costa del Sol, one of Europe's most popular holiday destinations

Planning Ahead

This will be the most in-demand eclipse event in European history. Hotels on the Costa del Sol will book up years in advance. We strongly recommend securing accommodation as early as possible.

Best Viewing Cities

Southern Spain's iconic cities will be in the path of totality.

Málaga

2027
Totality: 4m12s
Airport: AGP

The Costa del Sol capital is the top destination for the 2027 eclipse. Excellent weather statistics, major international airport, abundant accommodation, and over 4 minutes of totality make it the ideal base. August brings near-guaranteed clear skies.

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Marbella

2027
Totality: 4m24s

Luxury resort town very close to the center line of the 2027 eclipse. Marbella offers nearly the maximum possible totality duration from the Spanish mainland. World-class hotels and a glamorous setting for a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

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Cádiz

2027
Totality: 3m54s
Airport: XRY

One of Europe's oldest cities, Cádiz is where the eclipse shadow enters Spain. Watch totality from the ancient sea walls or the beaches of La Caleta. Good duration and great weather make it a top pick for eclipse chasers.

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Granada

2027
Totality: 3m06s
Airport: GRX

While slightly north of the center line, Granada still gets good totality. Watching the eclipse with the Alhambra as a backdrop would be a once-in-history photograph. The Sierra Nevada mountains offer high-altitude viewing locations.

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Tarifa

2027
Totality: 3m48s

The southernmost point of mainland Europe offers a unique eclipse viewing experience with Africa visible across the Strait of Gibraltar. Both continents will be in the shadow simultaneously — a truly rare spectacle.

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Estepona

2027
Totality: 4m18s

Charming Costa del Sol town very close to the center line. Estepona combines excellent totality duration with a beautiful beachfront setting and lower prices than neighboring Marbella.

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Book Your Eclipse Accommodation Early

Coastal Andalucía accommodations for August 2027 are already filling up. Book now for the best options.

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See All Three Spanish Eclipses

Plan your ultimate eclipse trilogy: 2026 in the north, 2027 in the south, and the 2028 ring of fire.

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