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.
Forest fires, or wildfires, can spread with alarming speed and unpredictable intensity, especially in dry, windy conditions, and once again this year, we have seen an increase in both the number of fires, and the severity.
From 2 January 2026, a significant new obligation will come into force across Spain: all electric scooters will be required to have a valid civil liability insurance policy.
DGT has launched a special traffic operation for the long weekend of 15 August, deploying law enforcement, surveillance, and lane adjustments to manage over 7 million expected journeys while highlighting safety amid fire risks
Driving in Spain after losing all your licence points is a serious road safety offense under Article 384 of the Penal Code. This can lead to severe penalties, including prison sentences of three to six months, fines ranging from 12 to 24 months, or 31 to 90 days of community service. Spain’s points-based system, in place since 2006, allows for licence loss due to accumulated serious infractions, though point recovery courses are available. Common violations leading to point loss include speeding, mobile phone use, not wearing a seatbelt, and alcohol/drug use.
A fundamental aspect of driving legally and safely in Spain, as a resident or…