A total solar eclipse began traversing Spain at 8:26 PM Central European Summer Time (CEST). The event commenced with totality–the complete obscuring of the sun–seconds after 8:26 PM. The eclipse path moved across the Iberian Peninsula, traveling from west to east. Viewers in the path of totality experienced a brief period of darkness as the moon blocked out the sun. The eclipse provided a rare astronomical spectacle for observers in Spain. Experts encouraged safe viewing practices during the event, warning against looking directly at the sun without proper eye protection.