Spanish Traffic Rules
Spain might have different rules than your home country.
On this page we have highlighted the most important.
Traffic and Road manners:
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50 km in the built-up area (unless otherwise indicated)
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Motorway or motorway and 90 km outside the built-up area (unless indicated otherwise
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The speed indicated on the autovias (motorways) is between 80-140 km
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Autopistas (motorways) 120 km
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Spanish law requires you to have a reflective vest with you to use in an emergency.
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The law prescribes that children under the age of 12 are not allowed to travel on the back of the motorcycle
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It is mandatory for the driver and passenger on the motorcycle to wear a helmet.
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The use of dipped beam during the day is mandatory.
Alcohol Laws.
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The maximum blood alcohol content allowed is 0.05ml ​
this is about to glasses of wine or beer!
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It is more advised to drink less or not at all.
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As in nearly every country it is illegal to drive a bike under the influence of alcohol or drugs here.
Driving In Cities And Villages.
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Many main roads still go through villages and small towns throughout Spain.
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This means most people tend to drive slower than 50km whilst going through these areas this creates less sound pollution and in turn creates a good relationship between the bikers and residents!
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It is also good practice to slow down around any residential areas or places where there may be people gathering.
