2026 Solar Eclipse Oviedo and Gijon: Luarca, Cudillero and Fonte Baxa Garden

Asturias



You'll enjoy the total solar eclipse in Luarca, one of the most beautiful villages in Spain and a prime location for observation, which you'll do from the Fonte Baxa forest garden on a magical day.

Overview

This full-day tour from Oviedo and Gijón visits fishing villages on Asturias’ western coast and observes the 2026 total solar eclipse from Luarca.

Highlights

  • Observe the total solar eclipse from Fonte Baxa forest garden
  • Explore Cudillero and its fishing heritage
  • Walk through the historic streets of Luarca

Description

The experience begins with pick-up in Oviedo and Gijón before traveling to Cudillero, one of Asturias' iconic fishing towns. A guided visit introduces the town’s maritime culture, followed by free time for strolling and lunch.

Next, the tour stops for a panoramic view near La Regalina, then continues to Luarca. This town lies within the maximum totality zone of the 2026 eclipse, offering ideal conditions for viewing the astronomical event.

In Luarca, there is a guided tour and free time to explore the harbor and vantage points before heading to Fonte Baxa Forest-Garden. This natural site provides clear views of the Cantabrian Sea and serves as the location to witness the partial and full phases of the eclipse.

The guide provides commentary throughout the journey, covering local culture, history, and the eclipse. The tour concludes with return transfers to Gijón and Oviedo.

Includes

  • Official English and Spanish-speaking tour guide
  • Entrance to Fonte Baxa forest garden
  • Approved eclipse viewing glasses

Excludes

  • Food and drinks
  • Admission fees to other attractions and monuments

Important Information

  • The tour guide will be identified as a Buendía guide and will meet participants at the meeting point 10 to 15 minutes before departure.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 2 days in advance for a full refund.

Booking Tips

Bring comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. Book early as spaces for the eclipse viewing are limited. The best time to visit is during clear weather forecasted for the eclipse day to ensure optimal visibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes guided visits to Cudillero and Luarca, solar eclipse viewing from Fonte-Baxa forest garden, and transportation from Oviedo or Gijón.
The tour starts in Oviedo with an additional pick-up in Gijón and concludes after the eclipse viewing in Asturias’s western coast.
The total solar eclipse will be visible on the day of the tour in 2026, with prime viewing from Luarca and Fonte-Baxa garden.
Yes, there is free time to enjoy lunch in Cudillero, a traditional fishing village in Asturias.
Yes, the tour is family-friendly and offers educational experiences about Asturias’s fishing heritage and the solar eclipse.
The tour provides safe solar eclipse viewing equipment to ensure proper eye protection during the event.
The tour includes walking through Luarca and Cudillero, mostly on flat streets suitable for most fitness levels.
The total solar eclipse will be viewed from Fonte-Baxa forest garden near Luarca, known for its clear views in Asturias.
Yes, transportation from Oviedo and Gijón to the western Asturias villages and eclipse viewing locations is included.
Yes, facilities are available during stops in Cudillero and Fonte-Baxa garden; check the website for current details.

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