The solar eclipse is part of a broader European phenomenon. While a total eclipse crosses Greenland, Iceland, northern Russia, Portugal, and Spain, Monaco and the Alpes-Maritimes will experience a partial eclipse. Essential eye protection and health guidelinesDespite the sun sitting low in the sky, observing the eclipse without dedicated protection poses severe medical risks. Standard sunglasses, regardless of how dark their tint or high their UV rating, offer zero protection against direct solar radiation. Safe viewing strictly requires certified solar eclipse glasses that bear the official CE mark and meet the international ISO 12312-2 standard.