How to get there<\/h3> By plane<\/strong> Besides the largest Spanish airline Iberia, there are also smaller scheduled airlines and low-cost airlines. Madrid and Barcelona are the hubs of air traffic in Spain. From Germany, numerous airlines fly to the most diverse destinations in Spain.<\/p>\nBy train<\/strong> Spain has a well-developed high-speed rail network. Connections from Germany are mainly through two level crossings between France and Spain, one to the west and one to the east of the Pyrenees. Reservations are compulsory on long-distance trains.<\/p>\nBy bus<\/strong> From Germany, intercity buses run from some major cities to Spain.<\/p>\nBy car<\/strong> By car, it takes a while to get to Spain, especially from Germany. When driving in Spain, you should be aware that most Spanish motorways are subject to tolls. The driven distance is paid with a ticket system. Roughly calculated 100 km cost about 10,-\u20ac. Some urban motorways may be toll free.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t
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Entry requirements<\/h3> General entry requirements<\/strong><\/p>\n\nGerman citizens and all EU citizens do not require a visa for Spain for a stay of up to 90 days within a six-month period<\/li>\n Valid travel documents such as an identity card or passport must be presented upon entry<\/li>\n Minors traveling without their legal representatives require a power of attorney from their legal guardian(s)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nVisa for non-EU citizens<\/strong><\/p>\n\nNon-EU citizens who require a visa must apply for their visa in person at the embassy or the representation responsible for them<\/li>\n Different visas are required for longer stays or special purposes such as work or study<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/p>\n<\/div>
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On the way in Spain<\/h3> <\/p>\n
Within Spain it is advisable to travel by bus, train or car.<\/p>\n
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By bus<\/strong> \nThe long-distance bus network in Spain is well developed and functions better than rail transport. There are different line operators for individual routes.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n
By rail<\/strong> \nRENFE, the national railway of Spain, has several high-speed lines in the country. If you look at the railway network, you will notice that most of the connections go to and from Madrid. \nDue to cost-cutting measures, the state railway’s timetable has suffered greatly. Many connections have been cancelled and the timetable thinned out. \nIn northern Spain, a narrow-gauge railway (FEVE) operates, in the Basque Country the EuskoTren operates and in Catalonia the FGC operates.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n
By car<\/strong> \nIn Spain:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n
<\/p>\nMotorway (motorway marked AP xx): max 120 km\/h, toll, few entries and exits, good quality, forbidden for slow traffic<\/li>\n <\/p>\n
Autovias (motorway marked A xx): max 120 km\/h, quality often worse than Autopista, slow traffic allowed<\/li>\n <\/p>\n
National roads (marked N xxx): single lane 90 km\/h, otherwise 100 km\/h<\/li>\n <\/p>\n
Country roads: 90 km\/h<\/li>\n <\/p>\n
in town: 50 km\/h,<\/li>\n <\/p>\n
private towing prohibited<\/li>\n <\/p>\n
Turn left: the tracks are often on the right side and cross the road at right angles<\/li>\n <\/p>\n
blood alcohol limit 0,5<\/li>\n <\/p>\n
Telephoning at the wheel can be very expensive with up to 600\u20ac<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Best time to visit<\/h3> The months of May to October are generally considered the best time to travel to Spain, with a particular focus on the months of June, July and August for beach vacations and water sports on the Mediterranean coast. For those who prefer milder temperatures, the spring months of April and May and the fall months of September to November are ideal.<\/p>\n
Regional differences<\/strong><\/p>\nNorthern Spain<\/em><\/strong> \nNorthern Spain, including Galicia, the Basque Country and the Atlantic coast, is particularly recommended in spring and early summer, when the countryside is in bloom and temperatures are mild.<\/p>\nMediterranean coast<\/strong><\/em> \nThe Mediterranean coast offers a pleasant climate all year round, with the summer months being particularly suitable for beach visits.<\/p>\nSouthern Spain<\/strong><\/em> \nSouthern Spain, including Andalusia, is recommended in spring and fall, as summers can get very hot.<\/p>\nCentral Spain<\/strong><\/em> \nCentral Spain, characterized by hot summers and cold winters, is best visited in spring and autumn.<\/p>\nCanary Islands<\/strong><\/em> \nThe Canary Islands are a year-round destination due to their mild climate, especially popular over Christmas, New Year’s Eve and during the Easter vacations.<\/p>\nBalearic Islands<\/strong><\/em> \nThe Balearic Islands offer a typical Mediterranean climate and are a particularly attractive destination in the summer months.<\/p>\nSpecial climatic features<\/strong><\/p>\nThe water temperatures in May, June and July are between 15 and 22 \u00b0C, which can be relevant for water sports activities. \nIn the months of May to July, the sun shines on average between 6 and 12 hours a day, which is attractive for sun worshippers.<\/p>\n<\/div>
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Language<\/h3> Castilian, Galician, Catalan and Basque are spoken in Spain. Spanish (Castilian) is an official language.<\/p>\n
In the large tourist centres, you can communicate very well in German and English. In rural areas it is recommended to speak some Spanish.<\/p>\n<\/div>
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Currency<\/h3> In Spain you pay with the euro.<\/p>\n<\/div>
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Tip<\/h3> In Spain’s restaurants, people do not expect to leave more than 5% tip on the table. \nNo tip is expected for taxi rides. However, the driver will certainly be happy about it. \nAt the hotel the rule of thumb is to tip around \u20ac1 per night or order to the room.<\/p>\n<\/div>
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Plug<\/h3> In Spain plugs of type C, F and L are used. For the types C and F, deute holidaymakers do not need an adapter. Occasionally there are still sockets of type L for which an adapter is needed.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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