Sixt Car Rental Deals in Spain

What to Do in Spain in Summer 2019

In addition to the beaches that are necessary to cool down in the hot Spanish summer, there are historical and artsy things to see and do. The summer months are the high season in Spain as people flock here from other European countries for the beaches and culture. In Madrid you can take in the Veranos de la Villa, the music and performing arts festival, throughout July, while in Cordoba you will find the Festival de la Guitarra, which celebrates the guitar. The famous Running of the Bulls takes place in Pamplona in the summer. And did we mention the beaches? You can fly to Mallorca as much of Europe does, or hit the sand near Barcelona or Seville. Or head to Malaga and take in the Andalusian fair, La Feria de Málaga, in August!

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We host a diverse selection of economy and luxury rental cars so you are certain to find the right vehicle for your budget and plans. All of our rental vehicles are subject to regular maintenance and safety checks. We have optional features to customize your driving experience as well. Include extras like additional drivers, protection plans, GPS, child seats and more. Not to worry though, all of our car rental deals in Spain come with air conditioning so you will stay cool in the hot Spanish sun.

Driving Tips

Most roads in Spain are excellently maintained. However, on some islands and smaller routes, you may find a reduction in quality along with gravel roads and dirt tracks. On highways, you have to pay tolls so have some cash to hand or pick up an electronic payment device at a gas station. On the spot fines are in force, especially for visitors, who are expected to pay for any penalties immediately.

Here are some important rules to observe while driving in Spain:

• The national speed limits are 120 km/h (75 mph) on motorways and dual carriageways, 100 km/h (60 mph) on roads with more than one lane in each direction and 90 km/h (55 mph) on normal roads. In built up areas follow the speed limits as signposted.
• Generally at intersections you give way to the right.
• At roundabouts drivers at the roundabout have priority over approaching vehicles.
• You can only use your horn in extreme circumstances and in some areas it is forbidden completely.
• The legal alcohol limit is 0.05%, if there is an accident all road users must take a breath test.

Places of Interest

Top 4 Architectural Sights

Steeped in history La Alhambra de Granada began as a fort in 889 AD and was transformed into a stunning palace by the Nasrid dynasty in the 1300s. It is a huge complex and extremely popular with tourists, its rich and varied history evident in its extraordinary architecture. A more contemporary architectural marvel is the Museo Guggenheim in Bilbao. The building is admired internationally and exhibits many impressive large scale installations by contemporary artists. The Acueducto de Segovia is one of the best preserved Roman aqueducts in Europe and is believed to have been finished in 112 A.D. The aqueduct is in the Old Town of Segovia and continues to draw large crowds. La Sagrada Familia in Barcelona was designed by the famous architect Anton Gaudi and is still under construction over 90 years after his death. It is one of the most extraordinary buildings in Barcelona, most of the cathedral can be visited including the huge Passion and Nativity Towers.

Top 4 Natural Sights

The Parque Nacional del Teide in Tenerife is the most popular national park in Spain with over 3 million annual visitors. It's most important geological feature is the Teide, an active volcano that is the highest point in the whole of Spain at 3,718 meters. The Espacio Natural de Doñana, or Doñana National Par, in Andalusia is a natural reserve that has a broad range of outdoor activities including surfing, walking and cycling. The area boasts an impressive array of flora and fauna, beautiful sand dunes, riverside forests, and excellent bird watching. The Parque Nacional de Cabañeros in Castilla-La Mancha contains the largest surviving area of Iberian Mediterranean forest and is home to notable species including the Eurasian Black Vulture and Spanish Imperial Eagle. For mountains, the Parque Nacional Picos de Europa is superb for camping and hiking. The Naranjo de Bulnes (Picu Urriellu in Asturian) is one of the most impressive peaks in the area with its 550m vertical limestone wall.