Although a large part of Madrid’s residents take advantage of the month of August to go on vacation to other communities or regions on the planet, Madrid continues to be one of the most popular summer tourist destinations. So much so that, in July 2025, it received a total of 948,396 travelers, according to Madrid Destino. That is why the next total solar eclipse on August 12 coincides with the visit of thousands of visitors.
Although the Community of Madrid is not within the zone of totality of the eclipse that will occur this month, in some areas The Sun will be covered by the Moon by more than 99%. This means that in some of the Madrid municipalities, specifically those that are in the Northern Sierrayou can enjoy practically complete darkness.
However, this astronomical phenomenon can be observed, with greater or lesser intensity, in 93 of the 179 municipalities of the communitybecoming one of the best places to observe the eclipse during the summer holidays. This historic event will begin starting at 7:30 p.m. and will reach its totality at approximately 8:32 p.m.
These are the best areas to see the solar eclipse in Madrid
The exact time and the maximum percentage that will be reached during the eclipse in each area can be consulted on the interactive map prepared by the National Geographic Institute in collaboration with the Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility. However, the areas that will be darkest will be We are SierraBuitrago del Lozoya, Horcajuelo de la SierraLa Hiruela, Montejo de la Sierra, Puebla de la Sierra and Robregordo.
Precisely, in Buitrago del Lozoyathe ‘Eclipse Festival’ will take place, a celebration for the whole family in which different informative activities will be carried out in order to learn, have fun and enjoy in full of this historic astronomical event. Options such as talks with experts, live music or virtual reality experiences appear in the programming until the beginning of the phenomenon.
The Community of Madrid will have 52 official observation points
However, this will not be the only point where you can enjoy the eclipse. The Community of Madrid has arranged 52 official observation points so that both its citizens and visitors can come to see, in a safe and educational way, this astronomical phenomenon. According to its official website, you can go to the following towns: AmbiteBecerril de la Sierra, Berzosa del Lozoya, Braojos, Brunete and Cabanillas de la Sierra.
Canencia, Chapinería, Chinchón, Collado Mediano, Colmenar Viejo, Daganzo de Arriba, The MolarFresno de Torote, Garganta de los Montes, Gascones, Hoyo de Manzanares, La Cabrera, La Serna del Monte, Los Molinos, Los Santos de la Humosa, LozoyaMeco, Moralzarzal, Navacerrada, Navalafuente, Navas del Rey, Nuevo Baztán, Olmeda de las Fuentes, Perales de Tajuña, Pezuela de las Torres, Piñuécar-Gandullas, Prádena del Rincón and Old Bridges.
As well as in Rascafría, Robledo de Chavela, San Agustín de Guadalix, San Lorenzo de El Escorial, San Martín de Valdeiglesias, San Sebastian de los ReyesSanta María de la Alameda, Somosierra, Soto del Real, Talamanca de Jarama, Torrejón de la Calzada, Three SongsValdeolmos-Alalpardo, Valdepiélagos, Villamantilla, Villarejo de Salvanés and Villavieja del Lozoya.
Where to see this astronomical phenomenon in the capital
In case you want stay in the capital To enjoy the eclipse, there are certain points within the city where you can have a clear and direct view of the phenomenon. One of the most popular is, without a doubt, the Retiro Park. Known as the lung of Madrid, it has multiple open areas in which to sit and observe.
Another option is the Temple of Debodlocated in the Parque del Oeste. A place that is already known for its impressive sunset views and where you can contemplate this astronomical spectacle. Just as the Cottagewhich, like El Retiro, has open areas where you can have a good view of the eclipse.