PhotoPills World Meetup: Full Moon & Total Lunar Eclipse September 7th, 2025

August 1st, 2025

Let’s photograph the Full Moon & Total Lunar Eclipse together!

Unite forces with PhotoPillers across the World to Imagine, Plan and Shoot the Full Moon and the Total Lunar Eclipse (Blood Moon) on September 7th, 2025.

Are you in?

Please, use the following form to join your desired Meetup. We’ll send you updates and important notifications about the Meetup.

How does it work?

1. Use the Form above to join one of the PhotoPills Meetups listed below.

2. Be at the shooting spot at the planned shooting date and time.

3. Have fun photographing the Full Moon and/or the Total Lunar Eclipse with other PhotoPillers.

4. Submit your capture to the Meetup Photo Album via email: [email protected].

5. The Meetup Photo Album will be published on this website for everyone to see.

How to submit a Meetup?

1. Use PhotoPills to plan a legendary photo of the Full Moon and/or the Total Lunar Eclipse on September 7th 2025, or the days that work best around the Full Moon date. Learn How to Plan a Moon Alignment.

2. Prepare a good Meetup description like the example below:

Photo: Total Lunar Eclipse aligned with Favàritx Lighthouse.
Shooting Spot: 39.998646, 4.256091
Shooting Date and Time: September 7th 2025 at 8:15 pm.
Description: The Full Moon will rise totally eclipsed (Blood Moon) and slowly position itself at the top of the Favàritx Lighthouse (28m). The Shooting distance is 932m and the Eclipsed Moon will have an apparent diameter of 8.8m. The shot occurs in golden hour (Sun elevation -2.35º)... Amazing light conditions!.
How to get to the Shooting Spot: Take Favàrit road till the public parking (39.99556875200199, 4.24520622809641). Then walk 1.2km to the shooting spot.
What to bring: camera, tripod, telephoto lens (100-500mm).
Planner: Antoni Cladera
Planner’s Instagram or website: https://www.instagram.com/antonicladera/

3. Submit via email ([email protected]):

- The Plan KMZ file. To submit the KMZ file of your Plan from the Planner follow these steps: Planner > More (bottom right) > Action > Email.
- 1-2 Photos of the location and subject.
- The Meetup description.

We’ll review the Plan, images and description submitted. If everything looks good, the Meetup will be listed on this page. Otherwise, we’ll get back to you with feedback as soon as possible.

Meetup Photo Album

We want to show the Word how the Full Moon and the Total Lunar Eclipse look from as many different places as possible.

So, we’ll insert here the photo album with the best photos of the Full Moon and Total Lunar Eclipse submitted via: [email protected]

Check past Meetups photo albums:

Meetup List

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Meetup Details

Brazil

Rio de Janeiro (Cristo Redentor)

Photo: Total Lunar Eclipse aligned with Christ the Redeemer.
Shooting Spot: 22.947900ºS, 43.165194ºW
Shooting Date and Time: September 7, 2025 at 5:02 AM
PhotoPills Plan: Plan (KMZ file)
Description: The Full Moon will set behind Christ the Redeemer (38 m). Shooting distance is 4.8 km, and the Moon will have an apparent diameter of 44.4 m. The photo will occur during astronomical twilight (Sun elevation: -13.35º), offering incredible light conditions. Most likely, we’ll be capturing the silhouette of Christ the Redeemer.
How to get to the Shooting Spot: Head to Urca, Avenida Portugal, near number 668.
What to bring: Camera, tripod, telephoto lens (preferably between 100 and 500 mm).
Planner: Julio Morais

Canada

New Brunswick, Fredericton (New Brunswick Building)

Photo: Full moon aligned with the New Brunswick Legislative Assembly Building.
Shooting spot: 45.961502ºN, 66.626610ºW
Shooting date and time: September 7th 2025, at 6:01 am.
PhotoPills Plan: Plan (KMZ file).
Description: Photograph the setting full moon aligned with the rotunda of the historic New Brunswick Legislative Assembly Building in Fredericton, NB, Canada. We will be shooting from the Carleton Park boat launch parking area, which is easily accessible and allows for plenty of room to fine tune the composition and alignment. The subject building has a height of 41m. The shooting distance to the subject is 786.7m, giving the moon an apparent diameter of 7.4 m. The sun elevation will be -9.79º and the exterior of the building is lit with beautiful warm lighting, a perfect contrast against the blue hour sky.
How to get to the shooting spot: We will meet at Carleton Park in the boat launch parking area on Fredericton's north side (45.961503ºN, 66.626434ºW) at 5:30am.
What to bring: Camera, tripod, telephoto lens (100mm or higher).
Planner: Brad Perry

Italy

Milano (Unicredit Tower)

Photo: Total Lunar eclipse aligned with Milano's iconic skyline.
Shooting Spot: 45°29'26.0"N 9°08'04.9"E
(known as Monte Stella or Montagnetta di San Siro)
Shooting Date and Time: September 7th 2025, at 7:45 pm.
(meet up starting at least 1h before).
PhotoPills Plan: Plan (KMZ file).
Description: The moon, already in total eclipse phase, will rise just behind the Unicredit Tower, tallest italian skyscraper, and will pass over the top of the building and then aligning with other tall skyscraper of that business area (Palazzo Diamante, Unipol Tower etc). Aprox 1h30 after the rising, the moon will be aligned (high in the sky and exiting the eclipse) with other skyscrapers known as The 3 Towers. The Shooting distance is 4.4km and the Eclipsed Moon will have an apparent diameter of 41.6m.
How to get to the Shooting Spot: Car parking near the spot at 45°29'20.07"N, 9° 8'15.25"E and then climbing the hill requires 5 mins; by public transportation, underground line M1 (red line) to Lampugnano, then 15min walking distance.
What to bring: Camera, tripod, telephoto lens (150-600mm).
Planner: Umberto Serra

Mexico

Veracruz (Lighthouse of Sacrificios Island)

Photo: Full Moon aligned with the lighthouse of Sacrificios Island, Veracruz, Mexico, from Plaza de la Soberanía in the port of Veracruz.
Shooting Spot: 19.177027, -96.120735
Shooting Date and Time: September 7, 2025, at 6:45 PM.
PhotoPills Plan: Plan (KMZ file)
Description: The Full Moon will rise over the sea and position itself above the lighthouse of Sacrificios Island at 6:45 PM. The distance between the shooting spot and the lighthouse is 3 km, giving the Moon an apparent diameter of 28.4 m. The shot will occur during golden hour, providing warm and beautiful light conditions.
How to get to the Shooting Spot: Plaza de la Soberanía is a public open space located along Boulevard Manuel Ávila Camacho in the city of Veracruz, right by the beach. It’s a well-known and easily accessible location.
What to bring: Camera, tripod, telephoto lens (100-500 mm).
Planner: Marco Barradas

Norway

Stavanger (Bybrua Bridge)

Photo: Moon aligned with Bybrua (city bridge), Stavanger.
Shooting spot: Pier near Sandvigå Bobilparkering.
Shooting date and time: September 7th 2025 from 8:00 pm,
(alignment will take place at around 20:27 pm).
PhotoPills Plan: Plan (KMZ file).
Description: The full moon will be aligned with the Stavanger city bridge (Bybrua). The bridge is 1067m long, it has a sailing height of 26m and a total span of 185m. The shooting distance is 1500m, so the apparent size of the moon over the bridge will be of 14.4m. The sun elevation will be of -0.97° (golden hour) and hopefully the moon will have a nice yellowish/orange colour.
How to get to the shooting spot: Drive (or walk) from to city centre towards Kulturskole, and then park at the Sandvigå bobilparkering (58.977764, 5.720743), hopefully it won’t be too busy this time of the year. Otherwise find a parking space close by.
What to bring: camera, tripod, telephoto lens (100-500mm). 
Planner: Josep Bernaus

Portugal

Lisbon (Cristo Rei statue)

Photo: Moon Aligned with Cristo Rei.
Shooting Spot: 38.693316N, 9.291914W
Shooting Date and Time: September 7th 2025 at 8:04pm.
PhotoPills Plan: Plan (KMZ file)
Description: On this evening, the Moon will rise in perfect alignment with the Cristo Rei statue. The statue stands at 110 meters tall, and from a shooting distance of 10.6 kilometers, the Moon will appear with an apparent diameter of 99.9 meters, almost fully engulfing the statue and pedestal.
How to get to the Shooting Spot: The shooting location is easily accessible by car, with parking spots nearby. You can also take the Lisbon-Cascais Line to Paço de Arcos.
What to bring: camera, tripod, telephoto lens (200-600mm recommended)
Planner: Nico Trinkhaus

Puerto Rico

Arecibo (Arecibo Lighthouse)

Photo: Moon setting behind the Arecibo Lighthouse.
Shooting Spot: 18.484946, -66.678905
Shooting Date and Time: September 7th 2025 at 5:51am.
PhotoPills Plan: Plan (KMZ file)
Description: The moon will set behind the Arecibo Lighthouse or Los Morrillos Lighthouse in Arecibo, Puerto Rico. The tower of the lighthouse has a height of 60ft or 18m. The goal of the plan is to place the moon right above the lighthouse as it sets. The shot will take place right at the start of Civil Twilight, a couple of minutes before Blue Hour. Try to arrive between 5:00 and 5:15am in order to give you time to get to the shooting location and set up. After the shot we will stop for breakfast at a nearby café. Shooting distance is 1.3 miles or 2.1km so the moon will be big. It will have an apparent diameter of 66ft or 20m, about as wide as the whole lighthouse!
How to get to the Shooting Spot: Get directions to Salitre Mesón Costero Restaurant in Arecibo and park on the side of the road anywhere in the vicinity. Walk west towards Atlantica Apartments and right after the building turn right to the trail towards the beach (there is a boulder as to not allow cars in the trail). Make a right when you arrive at the beach and the shooting spot is right behind Salitre Restaurant. GPS Coordinates to the trail are (18.483893, -66.679559).
What to bring: camera, tripod, remote shutter, telephoto lens (anything between 100mm and 600mm).
Planner: Jaime L. Montilla

San Juan (San Felipe del Morro Fort)

Photo: Moon rising behind San Felipe del Morro Fort.
Shooting Spot: 18.471965, -66.134363
Shooting Date and Time: September 7th 2025, at 6:52 pm.
PhotoPills Plan: Plan (KMZ file).
Description: We will aim to capture the moon rising behind the historic San Felipe del Morro Fort in San Juan, Puerto Rico from across the bay in Isla de Cabras National Park. There are many subjects to which to photograph the moon rising, from the fort's watchtowers, called Garitas, to the still functioning lighthouse. The tower of the lighthouse has a height of 60ft or 18m. The goal of the plan is to place the moon behind any of these subjects. The shot will take place at the end of Civil Twilight. Try to arrive between 6:00 and 5:15pm in order to give you time to get to the shooting location and set up. Shooting distance is 3,751ft or 1.4km so the moon will be wider than the subjects.
How to get to the Shooting Spot: Get directions to Isla de Cabras National Park and park at the end of the park near the local Police shooting range. Stay to the right and walk the coastline until you reach the World War II air defense battery.
What to bring: camera, tripod, remote shutter, telephoto lens (anything between 100mm and 600mm).
Planner: Jaime L. Montilla

South Africa

Cape Town (Kalk Bay Lighthouse)

Photo: Full Moon aligned with Kalk Bay Lighthouse.
Shooting Spot: -34.127959, 18.448473
Shooting Date and Time: September 7th 2025 at 18:24 PM (Meeting time half an hour before!)
Meeting time: 18:00 PM
PhotoPills Plan: Plan (KMZ file).
Description: The Full Moon will rise over Kalk Bay Lighthouse and peer with the moon rising over the mountains in the background. The Shooting distance is 256m. The shot occurs just before sunset (sunset is at 18:32).
How to get to the Shooting Spot: Public parking here. Then walk approximately 300m back onto Main Road, turn right, walk down stairs and under bridge toward beach. Go under railway line and walk along the beach.
What to bring: Camera, tripod, telephoto lens (100-500mm, 70-200m and 24-105mm equivalents).
Planner: Jon Kerrin

Spain

Albacete, (Water tank)

Photo: Full Moon and Lunar Eclipse aligned with the Water Tower of Albacete.
Shooting Spot: 39.001266, -1.893243
Shooting Date and Time: September 7th 2025 at 8:42 PM
PhotoPills Plan: Plan (KMZ file).
Description: The Full Moon will rise eclipsed and gradually align with the Water Tower of Albacete. Shooting distance is 1.6 km, and the Moon will have an apparent size of 14.8 m. The shot will take place at the end of blue hour (Sun elevation: -3.28º), so the natural light in the scene will have cooler tones.
The Water Tower is located in Parque de la Fiesta del Árbol in Albacete. It is the tallest water tower in Spain and the tallest building in Castilla-La Mancha, standing 70.27 m high. It’s a key feature of Albacete’s skyline and visible from many kilometers away.
-Bonus: September 7th marks the beginning of the Albacete Fair. Around 10:30 PM, there will be a fireworks display at the Puerta de Hierros, which will be visible from our shooting spot.
How to get to the Shooting Spot: From Albacete, take the N-430 toward Barrax. After about 2.1 km, you’ll reach a roundabout — take the first exit. After about 350 m, there’s an entrance on the left leading to the shooting location. Along this same road, a bit further ahead, there is space to park cars.
What to bring: Camera, tripod, and a telephoto lens (100-400 mm).
Planner: Marta Vilar Alonso y Manuel Gonzalez Ruiz.

Barcelona (Christ statue of the Temple of Tibidabo)

Photo: Full Moon aligned with the Christ statue of the Temple of Tibidabo.
Shooting spot: 41°25'33.0"N, 2°06'07.6"E
Shooting date and time: September 7th, 2025, at 8:54 pm.
PhotoPills Plan: Plan (KMZ file).
Description: The Blood Moon will rise in perfect alignment with one of Barcelona’s most iconic landmarks, the Christ statue atop the Temple of Tibidabo, located in the Collserola mountain range, Spain. The statue itself stands approximately 7 m tall, with the entire structure elevated at 515 m above sea level. Shooting distance will be 1.5 km, with the Moon appearing at an apparent diameter of 14 m. At the time of capture, the Sun will be at -8.21°, providing ideal blue hour light. The Moon will first appear as a thin edge entering the frame from the right.
How to get to the shooting spot: From Vallvidrera station, head northwest along Ctra. de Vallvidrera a les Planes toward Carrer Major del Rectoret. Continue along Carrer de la Via Láctea until you reach Plaça de la Televisió. Park where possible without disturbing residents, then walk approximately 5 minutes to the shooting spot.
What to bring: Camera, tripod, telephoto lens (300mm or longer), remote shutter or intervalometer.
Planner: Carles Rubio

Barcelona, Granollers (Mirador de los 40 Pinos)

Photo: Total Lunar Eclipse aligned with Mirador dels 40 pins ( La Roca del Vallès)
Shooting spot: 41.607098N, 2.299775E
Shooting date and time: September 7th, 2025, at 8:26 pm
PhotoPills Plan: Plan (KMZ file).
Description: The Full Moon will rise totally eclipsed (Blood Moon) in perfect alignment with this little edification of 6 meters tall, and from a shooting distance of 880,80 meters, the Moon will appear with an apparent diameter of 8,30 meters. The shot occurs at the end of golden hour (sun elevation -2,72°).
How to get to the shooting spot: Drive till Tanatori de Granollers. There's plenty of public parking by the shooting point.
What to bring: Camera, tripod, telephoto lens (100-500mm).
Planner: Alicia Barquiel - Grup Cosmos Mataró

Barcelona, Serra de l'Obac (Tren Engine)

Photo: Total Lunar Eclipse aligned with La Màquina de Tren (The Train Engine).
Shooting Spot: 41.669460N, 2.016505E
Shooting Date and Time: September 7th 2025 at 8:39 pm.
PhotoPills Plan: Plan (KMZ file).
Description: Join us in the Sant Llorenç del Munt i Serra de l’Obac Natural Park (Catalunya), a place where striking monoliths rise from the landscape, each with its own character. One of the most impressive is La Roca Mur, also known as "La Màquina de Tren" (“The Train Engine”). On this meetup, we’ll aim to capture a rare sight: the final moments of the eclipse perfectly aligned with the “chimney” of this beautiful rock. From our shooting spot (651 meters away) the moon will have an apparent 6.1 meters in diameter. We’ll take the shot right at the start of the blue hour, when the sun sits at -5.22°, bathing the scene in magical light.
How to get to the Shooting Spot: We’ll start our hike at the Marquet de les Roques parking lot. From there, it’s a 1.8 km walk with a +191 m elevation gain to reach our photo spot. The trail isn’t long, but it’s narrow, shaded by forest, and the shooting location is on a downhill slope, so expect a bit of a challenge.
This meetup is best suited for hikers with some experience. If you’d like to know more about the route or join me for the hike, drop me an email at [email protected]
What to bring: Camera, tripod, telephoto lens (100-500mm), headlamp and hiking equipment (weather-appropriate clothing (temperatures can drop during blue hour, light jacket or windbreaker, hiking shoes, water, snacks...)
Planner: Cristina Uroz Grané

Ciudad Real, Campo de Criptana (Iglesia de la Asunción)

Photo: Total Lunar Eclipse aligned with the bell tower of the Church of the Assumption, Campo de Criptana.
Shooting spot: 39.4096943, -3.1593448
Shooting date and time: September 7th, 2025, at 8:41 pm.
PhotoPills Plan: Plan (KMZ file).
Description: The Full Moon will appear fully eclipsed (Blood Moon) rising directly behind the bell tower of the Church of the Assumption in Campo de Criptana. Shooting distance is 2.9 km, with the Moon showing an apparent diameter of 27.4 m. The tower stands approximately 45–50 m tall, including its weather vane. The shot occurs 6 minutes after sunset, providing ideal light conditions for this type of capture.
How to get to the shooting spot: Take the CM-420 road from Alcázar de San Juan toward Campo de Criptana. At approximately km 4.600, turn north onto a dirt track (39.400548, -3.155872). Use caution in this direction change, because this is a busy road. Once on the way, drive about 1,100 m north to reach the shooting spot. There is ample space nearby for parking.
What to bring: Camera, tripod, remote shutter release, telephoto lens (200 – 800mm), and optionally a 1.4x or 2x teleconverter. There is a restaurant–gas station right next to the dirt track turn-off, handy for refreshments or restroom use.
Planner: Jesús Manzaneque Arteaga

Gran Canaria Island, (Roque Nublo)

Photo: Supermoon & Partial Lunar Eclipse aligned with the Natural Monument of Roque Nublo.
Shooting spot: Playa de La Aldea (100 m from El Charco) – 28°00'03.3"N, 15°49'06.9"W
Shooting date and time: September 7th 2025, at 8:40 PM (Meetup at 8:00 PM).
PhotoPills Plan: Plan (KMZ file).
Description: The Full Moon will rise behind Roque Nublo while a partial lunar eclipse is taking place. The distance to the subject is 20 km. Roque Nublo is a monolith located in the municipality of Tejeda and is considered one of the most emblematic symbols of the island of Gran Canaria. In 1994, it was designated as a Natural Monument of the Canary Islands under the Canary Islands Natural Spaces Law (Wikipedia).
How to get to the shooting spot:
- From Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and the north of the island: Take the GC-2 (North Road), pass through Guía, Gáldar, and Agaete, then continue on the GC-200 until reaching the roundabout that connects La Aldea village with the port. Take the right exit onto the GC-173 toward Puerto de La Aldea.
- From the southeast of the island: Take either the northern route or the GC-1 highway until linking with the GC-200, which leads to Mogán village. From there, continue on the GC-200 toward La Aldea village, then go straight through the roundabout and follow GC-173 toward Puerto de La Aldea.
- From the center of the island: Drive through San Mateo, Cruz de Tejeda, Artenara (GC-210), Acusa (GC-210), Presa del Parralillo (GC-210), until you reach La Aldea village. From there, continue to the roundabout connecting La Aldea with the port, and follow GC-173 toward Puerto de La Aldea.
Access to the shooting spot:
- From the parking area at Puerto de La Aldea, walk along the promenade to El Charco and continue 100 m further along the rocky shoreline.
Alternatively, you can drive directly to the shooting spot by taking the dirt track on the left (heading toward Puerto de La Aldea via GC-173), just before the ravine and opposite the sign for the recycling station. You’ll pass the abandoned Ron La Aldea distillery. Follow the dirt track until the end.
What to bring: Camera, tripod, telephoto lens (100–600 mm), 1.4x or 2x teleconverters, flashlight or headlamp, water, and a jacket or windbreaker (the spot is right by the sea and can get chilly).
Planner: Beny Aguiar

Ibiza (Ibiza Cathedral)

Photo: Total Lunar Eclipse aligned with Ibiza Cathedral
Shooting Spot: 38.910006, 1.412534
Shooting Date and Time: September 7th 2025 at 8:22 PM
PhotoPills Plan: Plan (KMZ file)
Description: The Full Moon will rise already eclipsed as a Blood Moon and position itself above the bell tower of Ibiza Cathedral. Shooting distance is 2.1 km, and the eclipsed Moon will have an apparent diameter of 20 m. The shot occurs at sunset, so light conditions will be perfect.
How to get to the Shooting Spot: It’s very easy to reach. Head to Carrer des Jondal in Ibiza (07800), near number 61, where there is a free parking lot (38.909261, 1.412184). From there, walk about 110 m along a small path at the end of the parking lot to the shooting location.
What to bring: camera, tripod, telephoto lens (100-500 mm).
Planner: Antonio García y tufotodeibiza

Lleida, Bellpuig (Sant Nicolau Church)

Photo: Total Lunar Eclipse aligned with the bell tower of Sant Nicolau Church in Bellpuig.
Shooting spot: 41.628189, 0.990381
Shooting date and time: September 7th, 2025, at 8:54 pm.
PhotoPills Plan: Plan (KMZ file).
Description: The Full Moon will rise fully eclipsed and gradually align with the bell tower of Sant Nicolau Church in Bellpuig, which stands 36 m tall. Shooting distance will be 1.9 km, with the eclipsed Moon showing an apparent diameter of 17.7 m. This event occurs during golden hour (Sun elevation: -2.45°), offering spectacular warm light conditions.
How to get to the shooting spot: Upon arrival in Bellpuig, take the C-233 road toward Vilanova de Bellpuig. After 700 m, at the roundabout, take the exit toward the wastewater treatment plant (Estació Depuradora). Continue until you reach the facility and park on the side of the access road (41.625628, 0.995848). From there, walk 500 m to the shooting spot.
What to bring: Camera, tripod, telephoto lens (200mm - 600mm).
Planner: Ramon Simona - (Amics de la Foto de Lleida)

Madrid (5 Towers)

Photo: Lunar Eclipse aligned with the 5 Towers of Madrid
Shooting Spot: 40°29'55.7"N 3°51'12.1"W
Shooting Date and Time: September 7th, 2025 at 8:44pm
PhotoPills Plan: Plan (KMZ file)
Description: Rising of the eclipsed full Moon aligned with the 5 most iconic towers of Madrid’s skyline.
How to get to the Shooting Spot: The shooting spot is at the corner of Camino del Tomillarón and Calle de la Escalonia, 28231 Las Rozas de Madrid. Public Transport: The closest public transport is the Las Rozas Cercanías train station, followed by a 1.1 km walk.
What to bring: Camera, tripod, telephoto lens (200mm or longer). It’s also possible to shoot with shorter lenses like a 24–105mm—several people have successfully done so from this location in previous events.
Planner: Chechu & Kike

Mallorca, (Capdepera)

Photo: Full Moon rising over Capdepera Castle.
Shooting spot: 39.706783, 3.422605
Shooting date and time: September 7th 2025, at 8:44 pm.
PhotoPills Plan: Plan (KMZ file).
Description: The eclipsed Full Moon will rise aligned with the tower of Castell de Capdepera.
How to get to the shooting spot: You can drive directly to the shooting coordinates.
What to bring: Camera, tripod, telephoto lens (100-600mm).
Planner: Toni Oliver.

Menorca (Favàritx Lighthouse)

Photo: Total Lunar Eclipse aligned with Favàritx Lighthouse.
Shooting Spot: 39.998646, 4.256091
Shooting Date and Time: September 7th 2025 at 8:15 pm.
PhotoPills Plan: Plan (KMZ file)
Description: The Full Moon will rise totally eclipsed (Blood Moon) and slowly position itself at the top of the Favàritx Lighthouse (28m). The Shooting distance is 932m and the Eclipsed Moon will have an apparent diameter of 8.8m. The shot occurs in golden hour (Sun elevation -2.35º)... Amazing light conditions!.
How to get to the shooting spot: Take Favàrit road till the public parking (39.99556875200199, 4.24520622809641). Then walk 1.2km to the shooting spot.
What to bring: camera, tripod, telephoto lens (100-500mm).
Planner: Antoni Cladera

Murcia, Cabo de Palos (Lighthouse)

Photo: Total Lunar Eclipse aligned with the Cabo de Palos Lighthouse, Cartagena, Region of Murcia.
Shooting spot: 37.636635, -0.704426
Shooting date and time: September 7th, 2025, at 8:37 pm.
PhotoPills Plan: Plan (KMZ file).
Description: The Full Moon will rise fully eclipsed (Blood Moon) and gradually align with the top of the Cabo de Palos Lighthouse (51 m). Shooting distance is 1.3 km, and the eclipsed Moon will have an apparent diameter of 11.9 m. The shot takes place during blue hour. Hopefully, the clouds will cooperate that day.
How to get to the shooting spot: Take the La Manga expressway to the parking area right at the traffic lights at the entrance to La Manga (next to the Burger King) (37.63644507694366, -0.7078094781188973). Then walk approximately 330 m to the shooting location.
What to bring: Camera, tripod, telephoto lens (100mm - 600mm).
Planner: Julio Saura Gutiérrez

La Rioja, San Asensio (Davalillo Castle)

Photo: Full Moon aligned with Davalillo Castle in San Asensio
Shooting spot: 42.545336,-2.782042
Shooting date and time: September 7th, 2025, at 8:42 pm.
PhotoPills Plan: Plan (KMZ file).
Description: Shooting distance to the Castle is 4.1 km, and the Full Moon will appear with an apparent size of 38.6 m.
How to get to the shooting spot: From the N-232, turn left onto Crta. Briones a Peñacerrada / LR-210 (signs for Briones / City Center / San Vicente de la Sonsierra). After 650 m, turn left onto Camino de la Estación and park in that area. Then walk about 30 meters until you reach Travesía Parajes 5-1.
What to bring: Camera, tripod, telephoto lens.
Planner: Eduardo Garrobo Aceña. | Support by Vanguard

Segovia (Alcázar)

Photo: Total Lunar Eclipse aligned with Alcázar de Segovia.
Shooting spot: 40.954803, -4.146142
Shooting date and time: Sunday September 7th 2025 at 21:01 pm.
PhotoPills Plan: Plan (KMZ file).
Description: the eclipsed full moon will rise right behind the castle known as Alcázar de Segovia, which maximum height is 80m. The shooting distance is only 1.200m, therefore the apparent size of the moon will be nearly 11m. The event will take place 20 minutes after the sunset, so probably two shots will be required in the final composition.
How to get to the shooting spot: From Segovia, take road CL-607 to Arévalo, then right to Zamarramala. There is a path a few meters north, in which cars can be parked. Otherwise, a few meters further, the entrance to the recycling point is much wider. You better follow your navigator instructions if you come from other locations.
What to bring: Camera, tripod, not too long telephoto lens (150-300mm).
Planner: Gabriel Gómez

Seville, (La Giralda Cathedral)

Photo: Total Lunar Eclipse aligned with La Giralda and the Cathedral (Seville).
Shooting spot: 37.391338, -6.036942
Shooting date and time: September 7th 2025, at 8:15 pm.
PhotoPills Plan: Plan (KMZ file).
Description: The Full Moon will rise fully eclipsed (Blood Moon) and gradually align with the Cathedral, La Giralda, and the Giraldillo (the weather vane crowning the monument at 104 m). Shooting distance is 4 km, and the Moon will have an apparent diameter of 37 m. The shot takes place during golden hour (Sun elevation: -0.81°). Our location will be on an elevated area (Ladera del Principito), approximately 42 m below the level of the Giraldillo.
How to get to the shooting spot: Head to the neighborhood of El Carambolo (Camas), coordinates 37.39156° N, 6.03828° W. From there, walk about 100 m to the shooting location.
What to bring: Camera, tripod, telephoto lens (100-500mm).
Planner: Sergio Ruiz (Lunáticos y más).

Valencia - Cullera (Cullera Castle)

Photo: Total Lunar Eclipse aligned with Cullera Castle.
Shooting Spot: 39.176932, -0.339607
Shooting Date and Time: September 7th 2025 at 20:27 PM
Meeting time: 19:45 PM
PhotoPills Plan: Plan (KMZ file).
Description: Witness a "Blood Moon" as the Full Moon, totally eclipsed, rises and aligns precisely with the top of Cullera Castle (21 meters above ground). The shot will be taken from a distance of 7.8 km, with the eclipsed Moon appearing to have a diameter of 73.9m. This golden hour shot (Sun elevation -1.09º) promises a spectacular view. Plan & Pray!
How to get to the Shooting Spot: From CV-511, take Camí Castells (also known as Vía Pista) and drive to coordinates 39.1779840, -0.3408749. When parking your vehicle, please ensure not to obstruct either the paved or dirt road. From there, walk about 100 meters to the designated shooting spot.
What to bring: Camera, tripod, and a telephoto lens (longer focal length preferred).
Planner: David Rocaberti.

Villajoyosa (Benidorm Island)

Photo: Total Lunar Eclipse aligned with Benidorm Island.
Shooting spot: 38.511242, -0.210002
Shooting date and time: September 7th, 2025, at 8:21 pm.
PhotoPills Plan: Plan (KMZ file).
Description: The Moon will rise fully eclipsed, aligning over the summit of Benidorm Island at 58 m elevation. From a shooting distance of 7.4 km, this capture will take place during golden hour and into the beginning of blue hour.
How to get to the shooting spot: Using the shooting coordinates, head to the Villajoyosa Marina seaport, where you can park. From there, follow the paved promenade on foot to the shooting location, navigating with your mobile GPS and the provided coordinates.
What to bring: Camera, tripod, telephoto lens (300mm or longer).
Planner: Jonathan tur

Tarragona, Montferri (Sanctuary of La Mare de Deu)

Photo: Total Lunar Eclipse aligned with Montferri Sanctuary, Tarragona.
Shooting spot: 41.271085ºN 1.352789ºE
Shooting date and time: September 7th 2025 at 8:33 pm
PhotoPills Plan: Plan (KMZ file).
Description: The Moon will rise behind the spire of the Sanctuary at the beginning of blue hour (Sun elevation: -3.74º, Moon elevation: 2.68º). The Sanctuary is 33 meters tall, and the shooting distance is 1.4 km, giving the Moon an apparent diameter of 13.6 m. It was designed by the architect Josep Maria Jujol, a close collaborator of Gaudí, and built in two phases: between 1926–1931 and 1984–1999. Its modernist style was inspired by the mountains of Montserrat. A true treasure of the region, which I discovered a year earlier when I was just starting in this discipline.
How to get to the shooting spot: From the village of Bràfim, on Avinguda de l’Alt Camp, take the turn onto Carrer d’Avall. This road narrows further ahead, large vehicles may find it tight. Continue along the street as it turns into a dirt track. At two junctions, always keep to the right. The shooting spot is located along this same track. However, out of respect for the neighbors and due to possible attendance, it is recommended to park on the outskirts of the village and walk to the shooting location. It’s about a 15-minute walk from Bràfim.
What to bring: Camera, tripod, telephoto lens (100-500 mm).
Planner: Jairo Llamas

Tenerife, Santa Cruz de Tenerife (Campanario de la Iglesia de la Concepción)

Photo: Full moon with bell tower Iglesia de la Concepción in Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
Shooting Spot: 28.464739, -16.251577 (overlooking Barranco de Santos)
Shooting Date and Time: September 7th 2025 at 8:10 PM
PhotoPills Plan: Plan (KMZ file).
Description: The Full Moon will rise and slowly position itself next to the bell tower of Iglesia de la Concepción at 8.10PM. The Shooting distance is 222,2 m. We will catch the moon as it rises on the Eastern horizon lower in the sky. The shoot will happen toward the end of the Golden hour with very nice light conditions. This is a very iconic shooting location. The bell tower stands out in the architecture of Tenerife's capital and it's a landmark in itself with a lot of history. The church Iglesia de la Concepción was built in the year 1500 and it houses ' La Cruz de la Conquista' (Cross of Conquest). This cross was disembarked by Spanish boats when they conquered Tenerife, in 1494, marking the end of the aboriginal civilizations of the island. Come early so that you have enough time to prepare.
How to get to the Shooting Spot: The shooting spot (Puente Serrador) is very close to Mercado de Africa, and there is a private parking lot next to it. Alternatively, you might find some available parking spaces right under the shooting spot, here. If you want to come with public transportation, there is a tramway stop (Angel Guimerá stop) just a couple of minutes away.
What to bring: camera, tripod, telephoto lens or 20-50mm lens and interval timer.
Planner: Iris Mir | (iisgood)

Teruel, Alcañiz (Santa Bárbara Hermitage)

Photo: Lunar Eclipse aligned with the Hermitage of Santa Bárbara in Alcañiz, Teruel (44600)
Shooting Spot: 41.067230, -0.149164
Shooting Date and Time: September 7, 2025 at 8:22 PM
-Meetup Time: 7:00 PM (parking available)
PhotoPills Plan: Plan (KMZ file)
Description: We’ll see the Moon rise fully eclipsed at 8:22 PM, aligned with the Hermitage of Santa Bárbara. You can simply come to watch, or bring your photo gear to capture it. The shooting distance to the subject is 1,100 m, giving the Moon an apparent diameter of 10.2 m relative to the hermitage.
How to get to the Shooting Spot: From Avenida de Zaragoza, at the roundabout near Restaurante El Trillero and Epsilon, head toward the Sanctuary of Virgen de Pueyos (well signposted). There’s a large open area for parking. From there, walk about 300 m to the shooting location.
What to bring: If you’re just coming to watch, binoculars could be nice (but not required).
If you’d like to photograph the event, I’ll be happy to help! You’ll need a DSLR, telephoto lens, remote shutter release, and tripod. If not, just bring whatever gear you have, and we’ll give it a try.
Planner: Luis Pitarque

Zaragoza, Gelsa (Pilón de las Levatas)

Photo: Total Lunar Eclipse aligned with Pilón de las Levatas, Gelsa (50786, Zaragoza)
Shooting spot: 41.403028, -0.474854
Shooting date and time: September 7th 2025 at 8:30 pm
PhotoPills Plan: Plan (KMZ file).
Description: The Full Moon will rise already eclipsed and align with the ruins of the watchtower Pilón de las Levatas. Shooting distance is 2.9 km, and the eclipsed Moon will have an apparent diameter of 26.9 m. The shot takes place during golden hour (Sun elevation: -1.45º).
How to get to the shooting spot:
-The safest option is to meet at 8:00 PM at the meeting point: 41.403975, -0.466137
It’s a large open space: at the first roundabout if you’re coming from the bridge, or at the second roundabout if you’re coming from the N-II via the A1105 bypass.
-You cannot drive through the town center because of local festivities, the access will be closed.

-To go directly to the shooting spot:
If you’re coming from the Gelsa bridge, drive to the entrance roundabout and follow the A1105 bypass until the first dirt road on the left (Camino de la Barca Vieja). Follow this track to the shooting location. The road is wide, in good condition, and has enough space for parking.
If you’re coming from the N-II via the A1105, at the first roundabout take the bypass until the last dirt road on the right, just before the second roundabout.
What to bring: Camera, tripod, telephoto lens (100-500 mm).
Planner: Fernando Giménez Salinas

Ukraine

Kyiv, (North Bridge)

Photo: Full moon between A-pylon of Northern bridge.
Shooting spot: 50.493896, 30.528173
Shooting date and time: September 7th 2025, at 7:57 pm.
PhotoPills Plan: Plan (KMZ file).
Description: The idea is to capture the full moon above the road, framed between the A-pylon of the Northern Bridge. Here are some key figures for the shot:
- The road is approximately 25–30 meters above the water.
- The vault or arch of the pylon rises 53 meters above the road, making it roughly 78–83 meters above the water.
- The full moon should have an apparent diameter of 7.9 meters, with its center positioned 65.7 meters above the water.
Symmetry will be one of the key elements of this composition; the full moon should align precisely with the axis of the pylon. I believe car lights on the road will create beautiful trails and add depth to the shot.
There will still be plenty of leaves on the trees and bushes, so it’s important to find a clear window between them. This may require minor adjustments to the shot on location.
How to get to the shooting spot: You can get there by car and park at point 50.490228, 30.525877 , or use one of the many public transport options to the Water Transport Academy stop.
What to bring: Camera, tripod, telephoto lens (400-600mm), phone with PhotoPills.
Planner: Mykola Presich

United Arab Emirates

Sharja, (Sharja Mosque)

Photo: Full Moon aligned with the iconic Sharja Mosque.
Shooting Spot: 25.243649, 55.560764
Shooting Date and Time: September 7th 2025 at 7:41 PM
PhotoPills Plan: Plan (KMZ file).
Description: Full Moon aligned with the iconic Sharja Mosque.
How to get to the Shooting Spot: 25.243649, 55.560764
What to bring: Camera, tripod, and a telephoto lens (100-400 mm).
Planner: Hisham BinSuwaif.

USA

Florida, St. Petersburg (Skyway Bridge)

Photo: Full Moon Over the Sunshine Skyway Bridge in St. Petersburg, Florida
Shooting Spot: 27.624946, -82.705868
Shooting Date and Time: September 7th, 2025 at 7:56 pm.
PhotoPills Plan: Plan (KMZ file).
Description: The Full Moon will rise and position itself on top of the deck of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge. The Shooting distance is 3.1 miles (5km) and the Full Moon will have an apparent diameter of 47.4m, almost the same size as the height of the bridge deck off of the water! The shot occurs right after sunset in the last moments of golden hour.
How to get to the Shooting Spot: Recommended to arrive at Fort De Soto (Pinellas County Park) well before sunset (as park technically closes just after sunset) and drive to the East Beach Parking Lot (27.6252375, -82.7098426). Then walk south-east towards the shore 0.5mi (0.8km) to the spot along the shore path (27.624946, -82.705868).
What to bring: camera, tripod, telephoto lens (100-600mm recommended).
Planner: Ian Norman (LonelySpeck)

New York (Statue of Liberty)

Photo: Moonset over Statue of Liberty from the Brooklyn Heights Promenade 2.5 miles away
Shooting spot: 40.696952 N, 73.997636 W
Shooting date and time: Sunday, September 7th at 6:01am
PhotoPills Plan: Plan (KMZ file)
Description: The moon will set over the Statue of Liberty's head, centering on the nose at 256.5 feet. This alignment will take place during the start of Blue Hour. The shooting distance will be 2.5 miles away.
How to get to the shooting spot: There is street parking as well as 24 hour parking garages in the Brooklyn Heights neighborhood. For those taking mass transit, the closest MTA station is the Clark Street Station on the 2, 3 subway line.
What to bring: Camera, tripod, telephoto lens (at least 400mm to get optimal results).
Planner: Gordon Lau

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