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36º 09' 31'' N, 5º 22' 03'' W'
Channel 9 (156,45 Mhz)
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The open invitation issued by the entity vastly exceeded all initial participation expectations. Throughout the day, it was wonderful to see how we were joined not only by our regular nautical clients and users, but also by a multitude of families and astronomy enthusiasts who traveled from various municipalities across the region and even from neighboring provinces. All of them arrived drawn by the opportunity to experience this remarkable gift of nature in a strategic and privileged setting along the Andalusian coast.
A festive, safe, and energizing atmosphere at the Control Tower
The astronomical event unfolded within a festive, welcoming, and deeply community-oriented atmosphere. The central hub of activity was located right next to the iconic Control Tower, one of the most recognizable landmarks of the port complex. This space buzzed with vitality and excitement from the early hours as attendees continuously arrived to collect certified solar protection glasses—an essential measure organized to ensure that viewing the celestial phenomenon took place with maximum guarantees of eye safety.
To complement this astronomical experience, the event program featured a top-tier wellness initiative: a well-attended Sunset Yoga session held on the central street, located directly behind the main service building. The session was conducted in direct collaboration with the prestigious Association Yoga-s Sadhana, offering participants a fantastic opportunity to connect deeply with the energy of the sun and the moon while the surrounding marine landscape was painted in the stunning hues of dusk.
Next event on the horizon: The grand total solar eclipse on August 2
Following the enthusiastic response received at this gathering, the management and executive team at Alcaidesa Marina are already looking to the future with immense excitement to prepare for the next major cosmic milestone. Accordingly, the institution formally invites the general public, sailors, and astronomy enthusiasts alike to mark a truly historic date on their calendars today: next August 2.
Save the date! Total solar eclipse on August 2. On this eagerly anticipated occasion, our geographical area of Campo de Gibraltar—and most notably the facilities at Alcaidesa Marina—will stand among the very few fortunate locations worldwide where people can observe a solar eclipse at 100% totality. An absolute and captivating astronomical phenomenon that will once again position our marina as a prime viewpoint in Southern Europe.
Building community and energizing the La Línea coastline
«We are deeply happy to build community and share these genuine gifts offered to us by nature right from our marina. Viewing the solar eclipse together was a shared experience that we will not soon forget, inspiring us to keep moving forward along this path».
By organizing community initiatives of this scale, Alcaidesa Marina solidifies its strategic positioning as the great nautical gateway between the Mediterranean and the Atlantic. Beyond its recognized excellence in port management, safety, and environmental stewardship, the marina strongly reaffirms its social commitment to serving as a vibrant engine for tourism, cultural growth, and civic engagement in the municipality of La Línea de la Concepción.
