The last solar eclipse visible from the European mainland was in 1999. Here's what to expect, and how to prepare for this rare occasion.

Spain, Iceland and Greenland will see totality as the sun, moon and Earth align near sunset; an even longer eclipse in 2027 will also be visible from Israel

Discover where the August 12, 2026 total solar eclipse will be visible, from Russia and Greenland to Spain, plus partial views across Europe, North America and Africa.