The solar eclipse of August 12, 2026 will be nearly total in France
A total solar eclipse will plunge parts of Europe into darkness on August 12, 2026.
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The fact
France will experience a partial eclipse, with up to 99.5% of the Sun obscured in some areas.
The path of totality will be limited to northern Spain and western Iceland.
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Why it matters
Ce phénomène rare offrira une occasion unique d’observation astronomique pour des millions de personnes en Europe, avec des précautions nécessaires pour éviter les risques oculaires.
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