If you are going to visit Barcelona this summer, you have an appointment with one of the most anticipated astronomical phenomena of recent decades. On August 12, 2026, a spectacular solar eclipse visible from all of Spain will take place. In Barcelona, the Sun will be hidden approximately by 99.7%, so you can enjoy a partial eclipse of great magnitude, very close to totality.
If you stay at our hotels in Sants or Les Corts, near the Spotify Camp Nou, you will have the opportunity to experience this event from some of the best viewpoints in the city.
How will the eclipse be seen in Barcelona?
Although Barcelona will be outside the totality path, the eclipse will reach an obscuration close to 99.7% of the solar disk. For a few minutes, daylight will decrease significantly, and the atmosphere will be truly special.
It is important to remember that a 99.7% eclipse is not a total eclipse. Only in the totality path the Sun is completely hidden and it is possible to observe the solar corona. Even so, from Barcelona you will experience one of the most spectacular eclipses in recent years.
The best places to see the eclipse near the Camp Nou
Thanks to the location of our hotels in Sants and Les Corts, you can easily access several open spaces ideal for contemplating the eclipse:
- Montjuïc, with its numerous viewpoints, offers excellent views of the skyline and is one of the best options in the city.
- The Jardins del Palau de Pedralbes, in Les Corts, are perfect for enjoying the phenomenon in a quiet environment surrounded by nature.
- La Carretera de les Aigües, in the Collserola mountain range, offers a privileged panoramic view of Barcelona and a clear horizon.
- The open spaces of Avinguda Diagonal and the surroundings of the Spotify Camp Nou also allow you to comfortably observe the eclipse without straying too far from the hotel.
Do you want to experience the total eclipse?
If you are looking for an even more impressive experience, you are in luck. Very close to Barcelona, towns like Sitges, Vilanova i la Geltrú, or Castelldefels are within or very close to the totality path. From there, it will be possible to contemplate the total eclipse for a few moments, becoming a perfect excursion for those who wish to experience this phenomenon in all its intensity.
From our hotels, you can easily travel by train or car to these destinations and return to Barcelona on the same day.
How to safely observe the eclipse
You should never look directly at the Sun without specific protection, even when it is almost completely covered by the Moon.
To enjoy the eclipse safely, always use approved solar eclipse glasses. Conventional sunglasses do not offer the necessary protection and can cause permanent eye injuries.
A unique experience during your stay in Barcelona
The eclipse on August 12 coincides with one of the best times to discover Barcelona. After the phenomenon, you can continue to enjoy the city, strolling in Sants, exploring Les Corts, visiting Montjuïc, relaxing on the beach, or discovering the charm of the historic center.
Moreover, our hotels, located next to the Spotify Camp Nou and very close to Barcelona Sants station, offer an excellent location to move comfortably around both the city and the Catalan coast.
