# The other two places to see the solar eclipse (and it's not Spain)

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Published: 2026-07-19T10:15:55.326Z
Modified: 2026-07-19T17:38:19.712Z
Author: Joan Sanz
Topics: Destinos y Tendencias
Summary: The August 2026 solar eclipse is being sold as Spanish, but there are two more destinations where it will be total. That changes the sales strategy.

## Article

The **August 12, 2026** solar eclipse is being marketed as Spain's big tourism event. And it partly is: the path of totality crosses the northern peninsula. But according to [Preferente](https://www.preferente.com/noticias-de-agencias-de-viajes/eclipse-solar-los-otros-dos-competidores-de-espana-350921.html), it's not the only place. There are **two competitors** where the eclipse will also be total, and they are quite remote.

One is **Greenland**. The other, **Iceland**. Logistically complicated and expensive, for sure. But for travelers who have already seen an eclipse or want exclusivity, it could be a niche. Now, Spain has the **weather, connectivity and hotel supply**. That counts.

My take: let's not get distracted. The eclipse is a **massive marketing opportunity** for Spanish tourism, but we have to work it. Just having it pass overhead is not enough. Tour operators and specialized agencies should have a clear argument against anyone asking about Greenland or Iceland: infrastructure, access, relative weather certainty. Mind you, it can cloud over in Spain in August too, but the odds are better.

## Sources

- Preferente: https://www.preferente.com/noticias-de-agencias-de-viajes/eclipse-solar-los-otros-dos-competidores-de-espana-350921.html

## Citation

The other two places to see the solar eclipse (and it's not Spain). Notitur. 2026-07-19. https://notitur.com/en/digest/solar-eclipse-competitors-spain