Stargazing in Spain: Guided Night Under Starlight Skies

The Señorío de Molina, which includes the Alto Tajo, holds Starlight certification for the quality and protection of its night sky. There are very few villages here and almost no artificial light, and it shows the moment you look up.

We start with the naked eye: constellations, guide stars and how to orient yourself without a compass. Then we move to the telescope, for the craters of the Moon, planets, star clusters and nebulae, depending on the season. Your guide is a certified Starlight monitor.

Practical information

• Duration: about 3 hours.
• Group: 2 to 12 people.
• Where: Alto Tajo (Guadalajara), central Spain, about a 2-hour drive from Madrid.
• Equipment: telescope and optics provided. No experience needed.
• Pick-up: available from your accommodation in our plug-in hybrid van.
• What to wear: far more clothing than you think. Nights in these mountains are cold all year round.

If clouds are forecast, we will let you know and suggest another date.

Frequently asked questions

Where are the darkest skies in central Spain?
The Señorío de Molina and the Alto Tajo, in the east of Guadalajara province, hold Starlight certification and have very little light pollution.

When is the best time to come?
Around new moon, when the sky is darkest. Winter brings long nights and very clean skies; in summer the Milky Way stands high and temperatures are mild.

Can children come?
Yes. We also run a family astronomy session.