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2027The Costa del Sol capital combines a major international airport, abundant accommodation and 1 minute 48 seconds of totality. Better-positioned locations farther southwest offer a longer total phase.
Full City GuideThe longest total solar eclipse of the 21st century visible from Europe. Over 4 minutes 30 seconds of totality in southern Spain.
Total Solar Eclipse
4m 48s
Max Totality
~250km
Path Width
10:45
Totality Time (CEST)
Aug 2
Monday
The path of totality crosses southern Spain, from Cádiz to the Mediterranean coast.
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The 2027 eclipse is remarkable for several reasons:
Planning Ahead
Southern Spain's iconic cities will be in the path of totality.
The Costa del Sol capital combines a major international airport, abundant accommodation and 1 minute 48 seconds of totality. Better-positioned locations farther southwest offer a longer total phase.
Full City GuideLuxury 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.
Full City GuideOne 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.
Full City GuideGranada city lies just outside the path of totality and will see an extremely deep partial eclipse. To experience totality, travel south toward the coast and verify the precise location with the official IGN map.
Full City GuideThe 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.
Full City GuideCharming 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.
Full City GuideSpain's cultural jewel will experience a deep partial eclipse, but Sevilla city is outside the path of totality. It can work as a travel base, provided you move south into the official totality path on eclipse morning.
Full City GuideHome to the Mezquita-Cathedral, Córdoba will see a deep partial eclipse but lies outside the path of totality. Visitors seeking the total phase must travel south and confirm their location against the official path.
Full City GuideGateway to Africa across the Strait of Gibraltar. Near the center line with 4 full minutes of totality. Watch the eclipse with views of Morocco's Rif mountains as backdrop.
Full City GuideMake the most of Andalucía with guided visits, day trips and free walking tours in totality cities.
Plan your ultimate eclipse trilogy: 2026 in the north, 2027 in the south, and the 2028 ring of fire.
View the Eclipse TrilogyHow to safely view a solar eclipse, including recommended ISO-certified glasses.
Eclipse glasses, camera filters, and photography equipment recommendations.
Protect your eclipse trip investment with the right travel insurance coverage.
Essential tips for travelling in Spain: transport, language, currency, and more.
The first eclipse of the trilogy, crossing northern Spain on August 12, 2026.
The "ring of fire" annular eclipse that completes the trilogy in January 2028.