Why a “Private Road” Does Not Mean You Can Make Up Your Own Traffic Rules
Private ownership does not grant legal immunity: Spanish traffic law still governs private roads and land used by an indeterminate community of users.
Private ownership does not grant legal immunity: Spanish traffic law still governs private roads and land used by an indeterminate community of users.
As winter party season approaches, routine drinks make way for deceptive cocktails and communal punches. Discover why calculating limits is impossible and why zero remains the only safe standard.
Car parks in Spain often feel informal, but when they are open to the public, the same traffic laws apply as on the road. Ignoring signs or markings can result in fines — and collisions.
The New Year often brings new bikes and electric scooters onto Spain’s roads. For riders and other road users alike, January is a critical time to reset expectations, practise safely, and remain especially vigilant.
In Spain, pedestrians do not always have priority, except at marked crossings or when vehicles turn across their path. Tourists should note that pedestrians must use crossings where available, and drivers must stop when someone is waiting to cross.
In general terms, traffic law still applies in car parks, and other locations such…