Healthcare. What do you need to know?

If you need to purchase medicines or see a doctor during your trip to Spain, remember that emergency treatment is guaranteed. For other cases, we recommend that you read our advice. We also inform you where smoking is prohibited, where you can find restaurants if you have coeliac disease and what precautions to take if you have food intolerances.

Safety. What information is it handy to know?

Spain is one of the safest countries in the world. Nevertheless, we’ll give you a series of recommendations to follow during your stay and tell you the emergency telephone number and the app that you can use to communicate directly with law enforcement authorities.

Telephone. What are the main options for phoning from Spain?

Visa and passport. What should you bear in mind?

Do you want to know if you need a visa to enter Spain, depending on your country of origin and what types of visas there are, according to the duration of your stay, and how to obtain them? Here you will find information on all of this.

Camí de Cavalls trail

Camí de Cavalls is a historic hiking trail along the entire coast of Menorca. 185 kilometres divided into 20 stretches let you discover the landscapes and natural spaces that have earned the island Biosphere Reserve status. A beautiful path among woods, fields and cliffs, and revealing Menorca’s loveliest beaches and coves. ...

Camí de Ronda hiking trail

Leave the asphalt behind and venture into a route through Girona (about 100 kilometres north of Barcelona) with the intense blue of the Mediterranean Sea as a companion. That is the proposal of this trail through the Costa Brava which can be followed as a linear (43 kilometres) or circular (140 kilometres) route. ...

Images of modern architecture in Bilbao

Leave the asphalt behind and venture into a route through Girona (about 100 kilometres north of Barcelona) with the intense blue of the Mediterranean Sea as a companion. That is the proposal of this trail through the Costa Brava which can be followed as a linear (43 kilometres) or circular (140 kilometres) route. ...

The Garganta de los Infiernos Trail

Some say this trail in the north of Extremadura is one of Spain’s best hiking trails. And this 16-kilometre path through the spectacular landscapes of Garganta de los Infiernos Nature Reserve reveals unique and unforgettable sites. ...

How much do you know about fashion and shopping in Spain? #SpainQuiz

We will give you a series of questions and you can win the gold, silver or bronze medal depending on how many you get right. You can also share the result with your friends.

How much do you know about the beaches and coasts of Spain?

We will ask you a series of questions and you can win the gold, silver or bronze medal depending on how many you get right. You will also be able to share the result with your friends and find out which are some of the best beaches in Spain.

Take a guess. What part of Spain are we talking about? #SpainQuiz

If we show you a picture of a building, a fiesta, or a traditional dish, can you guess which part of Spain it comes from? Have a go. Remember that you can share your results on social networks or see how much other people know with the hashtag #SpainQuiz

WANT TO PLAY? We challenge you to work out these three fun facts about Spain

How much do you know about Spanish monuments? #SpainQuiz

We will give you a series of questions and you can win the gold, silver or bronze medal depending on how many you get right. You can also share the result with your friends.

How much do you know about Spain? #Spainquiz

Endless Blue Flag beaches, 50 World Heritage sites, 16 National Parks, a delicious and healthy Mediterranean diet, a lively atmosphere... We don't like to boast, but Spain has everything! We propose a set of questions for finding out whether you're a true fan of our country. Are you ready to test your knowledge? Let's play!

Mythology, legends and fun facts about monuments in Spain. Do you want to play? #SpainQuiz

We will ask you a series of questions and you can win the gold, silver or bronze medal depending on how many you get right. You can also share the result with your friends.

Do you recognise these landscapes in Spain? #SpainQuiz

Are you ready to put your knowledge of Spain to the test? We will ask you a series of questions and you can win the gold, silver or bronze medal depending on how many you get right. You can also share the result with your friends.

Do you know which cities in Spain have inspired world music sensations? #Spainquiz

We offer you an exciting musical journey. It is about identifying the places in Spain that have served as inspiration for classical works and songs of multiple styles and international recognition. Are you ready to test your knowledge? ...

How much do you know about the biggest hits in Spanish film and television? #Spainquiz

There are many films and series that can be seen on major platforms and whose production takes place in Spain. Plus, you've probably heard of the Goya Awards, which recognise talent in Spanish cinema every year. Want to test your knowledge of films and TV series related to Spain? ...

How many typical Spanish dishes do you know? #SpainQuiz

Do you consider yourself a true #foodie of Spanish cuisine? At the end of this quiz you will have an idea of how much you know about some of the main dishes of Spanish gastronomy, not just paella, tortilla and Iberian ham. Identify the region of origin of these dishes, their main ingredients and even the name they are known by. ...

How much do you know about the routes of Spain? #SpainQuiz

We will ask you a series of questions and you can win the gold, silver or bronze medal depending on how many you get right. You can also share the result with your friends.

How much do you know about Spanish football? #SpainQuiz

Are you a fan or a real football fanatic? Find out with this test and learn new facts so you can show off your knowledge of Spanish football to your friends. Remember that you can share your results on social networks or see how much other people know with the hashtag #SpainQuiz

The beaches in Spain: world record in blue flags

If you would like to travel to one of the countries in the world with the best beaches, if you are concerned about preserving the environment and if you want your activities on the coast to be respectful of the environment, grab your swimsuit and come to Spain. ...

Birdwatching in Spain, an alternative plan if you travel through Europe

Spain should be on the must-visit list of any bird lover. Its geographical location is ideal since hundreds of species from all over Europe and Africa migrate to Spain to nest and breed. That is why it has some of the most important bird watching centres in Europe.

The Camino de Santiago: an eco-friendly journey through Spain

If caring for the planet is as important to you as travelling, come and discover the Camino de Santiago, the oldest pilgrimage in Europe. On foot or by bicycle you will discover hundreds of kilometres of pure natural, cultural and gastronomic spectacle. ...

What are the Nature Trails in Spain?

There are more than 10,800 kilometres of renovated old transport infrastructure that you can travel on foot, on a bike or on horseback. Take the offers more than 130 routes across Spain, built on disused canals, railway tracks, public paths and livestock trails; represent an ideal sustainable alternative to discover the rural environment and ...

Eco and urban shopping

Shops offering sustainable, high-quality, local products are gaining popularity in Spain's urban centres. Large cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, Seville and Valencia offer their visitors the opportunity to purchase organic products through a variety of options. ...

Sustainable shopping in Spain

Sustainable shopping and the circular economy are the goal of more and more citizens who are concerned about the health of the planet. Recycle, reuse and reduce. Surely these three concepts sound familiar to you, right? These are the goals of many markets and shops throughout Spain that want to promote sustainability in the shopping process. ...

Barcelona on wheels. A unique way to discover the city

Cycling is healthy for both people and the environment, and it's a great way to explore new places at your own pace. Also, Barcelona has more than 250 kilometres of bike lanes to help you discover the city.

Have a sustainable holiday in Valencia

If you're looking for a great city for your next getaway, Valencia, European Green Capital 2024, is your next destination. Here you will find lots of sun, low pollution and a pioneer city in sustainability: Valencia has been the first city to measure and certify the carbon footprint of its tourist activity, in view of reducing it. ...

Do you know the destinations in the Tourism Sustainability Plans?

If you are also looking for a sustainable holiday, in a green destination, here are some locations whose conservation and environmental strategies have earned them a place in the Spanish government's Tourism Sustainability Plans. ...

Enjoy Madrid sustainably

More and more tourists are concerned about sustainable travel, and minimising their ecological footprint. In Madrid and its surroundings, you can make countless eco-friendly plans. Madrid awaits you!

Sustainable wine tourism in the Spain's Wine Routes

When you come to visit Spain, you will find a whole culture of good food and wine knowledge. They might be right! Spain boasts more than 100 Protected Designations Origin (PDO), a seal that certifiesthe wine's high quality and its origin. ...

Getting around Bilbao sustainably

There are many ways to explore a city. Let's explore one of the most authentic options: aboard its modes of transport. Bilbao has a modern public transport network and there are also private systems offering unusual, and above all, sustainable tours. ...

Enjoy nature with 100% responsible tourism

On holiday in Spain, you can enjoy nature with environmentally friendly activities and tourism. There are many protected natural spaces known for their sustainable tourism options.

Wildlife: flora and fauna watching in Spain

Discover Spain's natural wild attractions in protected nature areas, and help towards their conservation. In Spain, you can find “the 5 great of the Iberian fauna”: Brown bear, Iberian lynx, wolf, Iberian imperial eagle and black vulture. Bring your camera to enjoy optimal conditions for nature photography. We challenge you to immortalise life.

Stargazing in Spain

When you are on holiday you probably like to go out for dinner at night and walk around a well-lit area, but have you tried turning off the light and looking at the sky? Have you ever seen the rings around Saturn through a telescope? ...