Perseids in Zaragoza: where to see the rain of summer stars 2025
Every year, between mid -July and end of August, the night sky lights up with the most anticipated meteor rain of summer: the persistent, also popularly known as tears of San Lorenzo. This phenomenon happens when the earth crosses the rubble field left by the Swift -Tuttle comet, generating dozens of fleeting stars per hour that cross the sky.
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In 2025, the activity began to be observed from July 17 and will reach its maximum at dawn from August 12 to 13, with figures that could reach 100 meteors per hour, as long as the weather and light conditions are favorable.
In Aragon and more specifically in the province of Saragossa, there are multiple privileged and easily accessible locations to enjoy this natural show in full connection with heaven, culture and tradition.
What are the Perseids or Tears of San Lorenzo
Where to see the Perseids in Zaragoza
What is the best day of summer to see the Perseidas
Tips to see the rain of Perseidas in Zaragoza
What are the Perseids or Tears of San Lorenzo
Since ancient times, these “tears” have inspired legends and customs: they are attributed to the martyrdom of San Lorenzo and symbolize desires, hope or even omens. Today, they are still one of the most popular stars rains thanks to their annual regularity and their spectacular visible rhythm to the naked eye.
Where to see the Perseids in Zaragoza
Zaragoza and his province offer numerous ideal enclaves to contemplate the persistent in a natural environment and with hardly any light pollution. To fully enjoy the rain of more famous summer stars, it is essential to get away from the city and look for open, calm and good visibility of the night sky.
One of the most recommended places to see the Perseidas in Zaragoza is Torrecilla de Valmadrid, a small rural neighborhood located to the south of the municipality. Thanks to its low artificial lighting and its proximity to the city (just 20 minutes by car), it has become a usual point for fans
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to astronomy. From its rural roads you can enjoy a clear vision of the sky, without obstacles and with guaranteed silence.
Another prominent enclave is Rodén, the old town near Ebro sources that was abandoned after the civil war. Its silent ruins, located in a hill, offer a unique atmosphere to live the experience of the tears of San Lorenzo. At nightfall, the place becomes an almost magical scenario in which to look at the sky takes on a new meaning.
It is also highly advisable ALFAJARÍN. This old fortification in ruins rises on a hill from which the entire region is dominated, providing a panoramic view of the starry sky. Its strategic location makes it one of the most suggestive points to observe the Perseids without having to get too far from the Aragonese capital.
For those looking for a more natural experience, the Moncayo Natural Park It is one of the jewels of the province. Its high peaks and valleys open, away from urban nuclei, allow a privileged observation of the night sky. Areas such as the Sanctuary of the Virgen del Moncayo or the environment of the Añón reservoir offer ideal clear skies to follow the rain of stars in all its splendor.
Another option close to the capital is the sanctuary of Our Lady of Magallón, in Leciñena, located in full Zaragoza steppe. From this religious enclave, surrounded by fields and nature, the views of heaven are excellent. In addition, being just half an hour from Zaragoza, it is a very comfortable option for a night getaway.
Finally, the municipality of Fréscano deserves special mention, in the region of the Borja field, where every summer specific activities are organized to enjoy the Perseids. There is a night march to the head of the cross, a natural viewpoint from which the sky can be observed with the help of experts. This combination of astronomy, nature and dissemination makes Frlescano one of the best collective experiences to see the persistes in Zaragoza.
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What is the best day of summer to see the Perseidas
The culminating moment of the Perseids in 2025 will be the night from August 12 to 13, when the phenomenon will reach its maximum intensity and allow to see up to 100 meteors per hour in optimal conditions.
The most auspicious time slot will be between 2:00 and 5:00 a.m. on August 13, at which time the radiant in Perseus will be at the top of the sky and lunar pollution will be minimal due to the diminishing phase of the moon
It is also advisable to observe a day before or after the peak – as on August 12 or 14 – since although the density of meteors can decrease something, the lowest lunar luminosity can make the general visibility good.
Tips to see the rain of Perseidas in Zaragoza
To make your experience as satisfactory as possible, here are some useful guidelines:
Choose a dark place and away from cities (such as those mentioned above) to avoid light pollution.
It comes in advance so that your eyes adapt to darkness – at least between 20 and 30 minutes without looking screens.
Dress in layers and wear a blanket or mat, since even summer, the morning can refresh.
Do not use telescopes or prismatic: meteor rain is better observed with the naked eye, covering the largest extension of the sky possible.
Look towards the Northeast, where the constellation Perseus is located, although the meteors can appear in any area of the sky.
Avoid intense lights and use flashlight with red light if necessary, not to lose adaptation to darkness.
Be patient: even if at first you see anything, once the view adapted, fleeting stars will appear randomly throughout the morning.
