This free event – organised by Nightwise.lu, Univeriste Populaire Luxembourg (Unipop.lu), and the Luxembourg Science Center, with the support of the City of Ettelbruck – is dedicated to one of the most spectacular sky moments of the year: the solar eclipse.
From 5pm, at the Hall du Deich in Ettelbruck, you will be able to enjoy safe solar observation, live explanations, hands-on activities, astronomy workshops, and plenty of opportunities to learn while having fun. No registration is required!
Useful link: Solar eclipse 2026
On 13 August, from 4.30pm until 3am at the Eurospace Center, enjoy numerous workshops for different age groups, as well as solar observation, live planetarium shows, myths & constellations storytelling, face painting, a balloon artist, live music, and more.
The event is free and no registration is required.
Useful links: 13 August 2026 – Night of the Stars 2026 – Euro Space Center
If you visit the vibrant city of Antwerp on 12 August, the solar eclipse will also be visible, and here are the best spots to enjoy it.
Take care to observe only with special glasses, do not look at the sun directly.
Several locations in the High Vosges are ideal to enjoy the solar eclipse. The last one was on 11 August 1999, so this year's solar eclipse is a great opportunity.
Here you can find the best spots to enjoy this unique and exceptional astronomical phenomenon: Solar eclipse of August 12, 2026 - La Bresse
The City of Metz and the Metz Astronomy Society invite the general public to experience this unique event at the Plan d'Eau in Metz on Wednesday, 12 August, starting at 6.30pm. This major European astronomical event will take place from 7.20pm to 8.15pm, and certified eclipse glasses will be available on site. All details are here: Vivez l'éclipse solaire au Plan d'eau
As always, enjoy and let'z TravelmatKanner!
