The best places to view the total solar eclipse on 12 August 2026 are along the narrow path of totality, which crosses northern Russia, the Arctic region, eastern Greenland, Iceland, the Atlantic Ocean, northern Spain, and a tiny corner of northeastern Portugal. Northern Spain (Easiest for most travellers, good infrastructure)The path crosses from the Atlantic coast to the Mediterranean, including the Balearic Islands. Partial Eclipse ViewingOutside the path of totality, a partial solar eclipse will be visible across much of the Northern Hemisphere, including:Most of Europe, England, Ireland, France and Germany , up to 90pc+ coverage in places like Dublin or London. Tips for ViewingWeather in Iceland and Spain in August can be variable; coastal or elevated spots may help. This will be the first total solar eclipse visible from mainland Europe since 1999 and the only one in Iceland this century.