Castejón
Eclipse in Castejón
Castejón is a destination that offers history, culture, cuisine and nature, the possibility of exploring its streets and knowing its wine-making tradition. Its landscapes and crops invite you to enjoy a quiet and warm experience. Nature lovers can go hiking in a natural reserve noted by its biodiversity.
Services
All the viewpoints of the official network have a series of common services which include reserved car park areas, information booths, toilets, catering services, drinkable water available and medical service or ambulance. In addition, as elements of security, meeting places and covered spaces have been defined. Each viewpoint can also offer a series of cultural activities and science outreach that complement the offer for that special day.
Castejón offers its sports facilities inside the El Romeral complex as a viewpoint. The access to the reserved car park will be available from 10:00 a.m. and local tourist activities will be offered (see the town council web for timetables and prices). From the viewpoint you can access the swimming-pool complex subject to the habitual fees.
The area has shaded spaces, workshops and a games area, and a designated dining area with activities planned from 5 p.m. After the eclipse, you will be able to enjoy the area for stargazing and watching the Perseids.
Accessibility
This point is marked as accessible, since it meets the minimum conditions required in the area of accessibility, ensuring its safe and autonomous use by all people. The space includes, among other services, reserved car park spaces, wide enough step-free pedestrian routes, non-slip even paving, adequate slopes, as well as areas adapted with accessible toilets and spaces reserved for people with reduced mobility.
Castejón also has qualified care staff. There are also lifts available if you want to access the swimming-pool area.
Map description
We are working to provide you with the best service across the entire official network. This information may be updated by the organisation of the point, so we recommend you to check this map before 12 August, in order to know all the details and plan your stay.
Estimated seconds for viewing the eclipse
Duration of the totality phase at this location.
Maximum capacity
The maximum number of people allowed on the premises at any one time is 2500P.