Overview

• Totality ran from about 19:30 to 20:53 MESZ, with the eclipse concluding near 21:57, as Germany saw only the second half after moonrise.
• Observers in cities such as Hamburg, Dresden, Bremen, Leipzig and across Bavaria reported strong turnout, with hundreds gathering at harbors, bridges, parks and observatories for photos and viewing.
• The event was best seen from Australia, Asia and large parts of Africa, offering visibility to billions, while Europe caught the later stages after sunset.
• Visibility and the intensity of the red color varied with clouds, haze and air quality, producing clearer views in some regions and fleeting glimpses in others such as parts of Munich.
• The next chance for a total lunar eclipse is 3 March 2026 from the Americas and Asia, with Germany’s next totality on 31 December 2028.