Starry skies: The best stargazing areas in Spain

Stargazing tourism is becoming increasingly popular among tourists, and if you are interested in astronomy, there are many excellent stargazing areas in Spain to visit. When you are under the stars, you will be amazed by the beauty that nature has to offer.

Sierra Surde Jan

This is the Sierra SurdeJaén mountain region in southern Spain's Andalusia, with a perfect landscape combining beautiful mountains and canyons. Various astronomical associations and Andalusian astronomical observation stations often organize guided observation activities here, and there are even companies that provide private astronomical guide services in rural cottages with professional telescopes.

Sierra Morena

There, you will find an unparalleled stargazing location and accommodations. They also provide a package service, including professional tour guides, observation materials, day and night activities, accommodations, 4x4 trips, etc.

Tenerife Island

The Teide National Park, other mountains on the island of Tenerife, and the town of Granadilla de Abona all have starlight certification. If gazing at the stars is already a wonderful thing, then stargazing from a volcano at an altitude of over 2000 meters is an unparalleled experience.

La Palma

Known as the "beautiful island," it is the most rugged place in the Canary Islands, and it also has the clearest sky. It is one of the best places in Spain to observe stars, and all the towns on the island have excellent observation conditions. There are several hotels and countryside villas on the island, all equipped with telescopes and solar clocks. Even the restaurants offer dishes related to "galaxies" and "constellations."

Sierra de Gredos

Located in the southern part of the province of Avila (in Castile and Leon, inland Spain), it has a network of the best stargazing points and is equipped with facilities such as information signs and parking. The astronomy society and astrophotography conferences are held here every year. In addition, the town of Muriel Viejo in the province of Soria received Starlight certification in 2018.

Galicia Atlantic Islands National Park

When you come to this national park, you have the opportunity to admire the beautiful starry sky in the natural space known as the "Island of the Gods" by many people, under the completely dark sky.

Montflaguay National Park

The national park is located in Extremadura, Spain, which is a unique bird-watching spot. At night, it is also a great place for stargazing. It is recommended to go to the viewing points of the Torrejón el Rubio Observatory and Monfragüe Castle to see the magnificent starry sky.

Javalambre

The Javalambre Astrophysical Observatory is located here and in the summer, it hosts events such as night photography workshops, astronomy seminars, and sunset observations.

Fuet Ventura Island

Fuerteventura is part of the Canary Islands, an autonomous community of Spain. It is also one of Spain's Starlight Reserves.