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Eclipse solar parcial · 12 August 2026

Where to watch the 2026 solar eclipse in Nantes

Nantes sees a deep partial eclipse on 12 August 2026 — about 95.7% of the Sun covered at around 20:20 CEST, with the Sun only ~9° above the horizon.

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Máximo~20:20 CESTPays de la Loire · France · 12 Aug 2026

Duração~1h 49m of partial eclipseThis is the full partial eclipse from first to last contact. There is no totality here — the Sun is never completely covered, so there is no corona and no moment when it is safe to look without protection.

Altitude do Sol~9° above the WNW horizonlow in the west — an open horizon is essential

Cobertura95.7% (partial)Nantes is OUTSIDE the path of totality. About 95.7% of the Sun is covered at maximum — a deep partial eclipse, but not a total one. The corona never appears and the sky does not go dark.

Probabilidade de céu limpo Mixed, Atlantic-driven · ≈60%The French Atlantic coast is often bright in August, though Atlantic cloud can arrive quickly in the evening.

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Nantes sees a deep partial eclipse on 12 August 2026 — about 95.7% of the Sun covered at around 20:20 CEST, with the Sun only ~9° above the horizon.

Below: Nantes's exact timings, the best open viewpoints, why your eclipse glasses never come off here, and where the real totality is.

A cronologia

Quando ocorre o eclipse

~19:24 CESTComeça a fase parcial — primeira "mordida" no Sol

~20:20 CESTParcial — ~1h 49m of partial eclipse. Retire os óculos apenas se for total.

~21:22 CESTEclipse ends ~21:13 CEST

The eclipse runs from about 19:24 to 21:13 CEST, with maximum at around 20:20 and the Sun ~9° above the west-northwest horizon. The eclipse finishes before sunset at 21:22 CEST, so you are not racing the horizon here.

Onde se posicionar

Os melhores locais para observar

Butte Sainte-Anne

Elevated · above the Loire

Open view down the river

The bluff above the Loire gives height and a long westward view along the river toward the estuary.

Île de Nantes quays

Riverside · open

Wide open sky

The island's quays give open ground with the river widening the sightline.

Parc de Procé

Park · open ground

Space in the city

Open parkland with clear sky, away from the tall buildings of the centre.

Loire estuary toward Saint-Nazaire

Coast · open west

Best low horizon

Following the estuary west opens the horizon completely toward the Atlantic.

South toward deeper coverage

More of the Sun covered

Bordeaux and beyond

Coverage deepens sharply southward — Bordeaux and the Basque coast see far more.

Local astronomy societies and science centres often organise safe public viewing with filtered telescopes — worth checking closer to the date.

Plan your trip

Where to stay near the eclipse

Accommodation around the viewing area for eclipse night (11–13 Aug 2026). Compare hotels and rentals live on the map below.

A previsão do tempo

O céu vai estar limpo?

The French Atlantic coast is often bright in August, though Atlantic cloud can arrive quickly in the evening.

The deciding factor here is simply whether the sky is clear at the right moment. Check the forecast in the final 48 hours and, if you can, keep the option of moving to a gap in the cloud.

Planeia o dia

A sua lista de verificação para o dia do eclipse

Certified ISO 12312-2 / CE eclipse glasses — one pair per person
Glasses stay ON for the entire eclipse — there is no safe moment here
An open west-northwest horizon — the Sun is only ~9° up
Arrive before 19:24 to catch first contact

Check the cloud forecast in the final 48 hours
Never look through a camera, phone or binoculars without a proper solar filter
Pinhole projection is a safe way for groups to watch together
If you want totality, it is northern Spain — not here

Observe com segurança

Seja qual for a sua forma de observar, faça-o com segurança

Todos os produtos Absolute Eclipse são certificados de forma independente e fabricados na UE. Não há nenhum momento seguro para olhar sem proteção — use sempre óculos certificados.

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FAQ sobre o eclipse em Nantes

Will Nantes see a total solar eclipse on 12 August 2026?

No. Nantes is outside the path of totality and sees a partial eclipse, with about 95.7% of the Sun covered at maximum. It is a striking sight through eclipse glasses, but the corona does not appear and the sky does not go dark. The path of totality crosses northern Spain.

What time is the eclipse in Nantes?

The partial phase begins at about 19:24 CEST and maximum — 95.7% coverage — comes at roughly 20:20 CEST. The eclipse finishes before sunset at 21:22 CEST, so you are not racing the horizon here.

Do I need eclipse glasses in Nantes?

Yes, for the entire eclipse without exception. Because the Sun is never fully covered, there is never a safe moment to look with the naked eye. Even at 95.7% coverage the remaining sliver is dangerously bright. Certified ISO 12312-2 / CE glasses stay on from start to finish.

Where should I watch from in Nantes?

The Sun is only about 9° above the horizon, so you need an open, unobstructed view to the west-northwest. Buildings, hills and trees in that direction will hide the deepest phase.

Will the weather be clear in Nantes on eclipse day?

The French Atlantic coast is often bright in August, though Atlantic cloud can arrive quickly in the evening.

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Fontes: timeanddate.com · nationaleclipse.com · eclipsophile.com (meteorologia) · Gobierno de Aragón · BBC Sky at Night. Os horários são locais (CEST).

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