Spain 2026 total solar eclipse: plan your viewing to beat obstructions and traffic

Spain will witness a low-altitude total solar eclipse on Aug 12, 2026. Success hinges on precise site selection: choose a west-northwest-facing spot with a clear horizon and minimal terrain obstructions, since mountains and buildings can block the sun right as totality occurs. Expect heavy traffic near major cities; plan using eclipse-path tools (Eclipsophile, Eclipse Atlas, Xavier Jubier maps) and scout the location the night before to secure an unobstructed view of totality and the corona.