“Top 18 Viewing Spots for the Upcoming Total Solar Eclipse (Scheduled in Just 850 Days)”
The Most Awaited Total Solar Eclipse: A Unique Astronomical Event
The next total solar eclipse is scheduled in just 850 days, becoming one of the most anticipated events after the “Great American Eclipse.” This time, it will involve continental Europe.
The event is set to take place on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, with the lunar shadow about 300 km wide moving over Siberia, Greenland, Iceland, and Spain.
Best Places to Witness the Total Solar Eclipse
Forbes has curated a list of the 18 best places to experience this extraordinary event based on visibility, weather conditions, and the uniqueness of each location.
Here are some of the top picks:
1) Scoresby Sund – Greenland
Leading the list is Scoresby Sund, a fjord in Greenland and the world’s largest, spanning 350 km.
Here, the total solar eclipse will last for 1 minute and 46 seconds, with current cloud coverage prospects around 55%.
2) Grotta Island Lighthouse – Iceland
Among the best spots to view the solar eclipse is the Grotta Island Lighthouse, an islet in Iceland where totality will be visible for 1 minute and 1 second, despite a 76% chance of cloudy skies.
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Plan ahead and choose your ideal destination to marvel at this celestial spectacle!
