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Dozens of motorhomes flood As Pontes lake ahead of eclipse

12.08.2026 12:55 1 min 1 source РУС
El Progreso de Lugo SPA
Dozens of motorhomes flood As Pontes lake ahead of eclipse
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As Pontes has seen a massive influx of motorhomes: dozens of vehicles from across Spain and abroad arrived at the lake to witness a solar eclipse. Local authorities have set up an additional parking area with one-way traffic, supervised by volunteers and police. The program includes a free concert by Treixadura, as well as performances by Luar na Lubre, Milladoiro, and Susana Seivane at other locations in the province.

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