Spain
Europe

Spain

Sun, culture and passion

Capital: Madrid

Language

Spanish

Power socket

Type C & F

Currency

Euro (€)

Best time to travel

March-November

Spain delights with its passion, relaxed lifestyle and diverse culture. From vibrant cities to dream beaches, the country offers pure zest for life.

Sights

Madrid entices with the Prado Museum, Retiro Park, and the lively Malasaña district. Barcelona delights with Gaudí’s Sagrada Família, Park Güell, and Las Ramblas.

Seville is the heart of Andalusia with the Cathedral and the Alcázar. The Costa del Sol offers endless sunshine, while Bilbao surprises with the Guggenheim Museum. Valencia scores with the futuristic City of Arts and Sciences.

Tipping

Restaurants: 5-10% is customary for good service. Tapas bars: Round up or 1€. Taxis: Round up to the nearest euro. Hotels: 1-2€ per day. A bit more is expected in tourist areas.

Traffic rules

Highway (Autopista): 120 km/h
Rural roads: 90 km/h
Urban areas: 50 km/h
Residential streets: 30 km/h

Particularities: Alcohol limit: 0.5 blood alcohol level. Many toll roads. High-visibility vest must be worn when leaving the vehicle.

Currency & Payment

Spain uses the Euro (€). Card payment is very widespread and accepted almost everywhere. Contactless payment is standard. Cash is still common for smaller amounts.

¡Atención! The siesta (2-5 pm) is still observed in many smaller shops.

Important phone numbers

Emergency: 112
National Police: 091
Guardia Civil: 062
Fire service: 080/085
RACE (breakdown service): 902 40 45 45

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