Solar Eclipse August 12, 2026

Total Solar Eclipse of August 12, 2026: Express Guide to Watching it from Port Saplaya

On August 12, 2026, the sky over Valencia will gift us something not seen every year: a total solar eclipse. And the best part is that, if you're staying in Port Saplaya, you have one of the best possible settings to enjoy it, with an open horizon to the sea and that Mediterranean sunset that is already a spectacle in itself.

Here's everything you need to know to not miss a single detail: timings, location, eye protection, and tips for taking photos.

What Exactly Will Happen?

A total solar eclipse occurs when the Moon positions itself directly between the Earth and the Sun, completely blocking it for a few moments. In Valencia, the phenomenon will occur almost at dusk, adding an extra touch of magic: the golden light of the sunset will gradually fade until complete darkness, then recover in a matter of seconds.

1. Choose Your Location Wisely

You need a clear horizon towards the west, without buildings, trees, or mountains obstructing the view, as the Sun will be very low when the key moment arrives. The coast of Port Saplaya, with the open sea in front, is precisely that kind of natural viewpoint: beach, promenade, and canals with unobstructed views to the west.

If you prefer to venture out, the city of Valencia has designated Malvarrosa Beach as an official observation point, with parking areas and adapted access, while the Devesa forest will remain closed for the entire day.

2. What Time Is It?

According to the data calculated for Valencia, the partial eclipse will begin around 7:38 PM, the totality phase will start around 8:32 PM and will last about a minute, with the moment of maximum obscuration around 8:32-8:33 PM. The phenomenon will fade with the sunset, becoming no longer visible shortly before 9:00 PM.

We recommend being at your observation point at least an hour beforehand, around 7:00 PM, to secure a good spot and adjust your vision calmly.

3. Protect Your Eyes

This is the most important point in the entire guide: you need ISO 12312-2 certified glasses to look directly at the Sun during any partial phase of the eclipse. Regular sunglasses, X-rays, smoked glass, or looking without protection for "just a second" will not work. Only during the brief moment of totality — when the solar disk is completely covered — can you look with the naked eye, and you must protect yourself again as soon as the first flash of light reappears.

4. If You're Going to Take Photos

To photograph the eclipse with a camera or mobile phone, you'll need a certified solar filter that is placed in front of the lens during all partial phases; it should only be removed during the moment of totality. And afterwards… enjoy the spectacle with your eyes, that's why we've come!

A Perfect Plan from Port Saplaya

It's rare that a total eclipse passes through Valencia: decades can pass before the city is once again within the path of totality. The fact that it coincides with summer, with good Mediterranean weather and the reddish light of sunset, makes it an unmissable event.

Staying at Sea You Apartamentos Port Saplaya puts you exactly where you need to be: beachfront, a clear horizon to the west, and the opportunity to experience the totality of the eclipse from your own terrace or from the promenade, without queues or last-minute travel.

Are you coming to watch the eclipse from Port Saplaya? Check availability and book directly at portsaplaya.com, where you'll find the best conditions by booking without intermediaries. We await you on the coast for one of the most anticipated astronomical events of the century.

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