Cycling is taken seriously in Spain and is considered a cycling mecca by many. Places like Mallorca, Menorca are popular with professional cycling teams for their winter training.
Cycling Routes in Spain
Spanish Cycle Trail Vía Verde de Ojos Negros
The Transpirenaica Cycling Trail
The French Way of the Camino de Santiago Cycle Route in Spain
The Castilla Canal (Castilla y León) Cycle Route Spain
Cycling Laws in Spain
Here are some of the cycling laws to abide by when cycling in Spain.
1. Cyclists may ride 2 abreast as long as they stay as far to the right of the road as possible, except on stretches with poor visibility or when traffic is dense. Cars, for their part, must observe a side distance of 1.5m when overtaking cyclists.
2. Bicycles are vehicles and cyclists are expected to respect the traffic rules just like drivers do.
3. Stopping at traffic lights: If you jump the lights or fail to stop you could be subject to the same fine as other vehicles on the road.
4. Lights: All bikes must have front and rear lights when going through a tunnel or when cycling through poorly lit areas. The same applies in poor light i.e early morning or late evening
5. Helmets: On the majority of roads you are required to wear a helmet. Only on non-urban roads you are not required to do so. If you are under the age of 16 you are required by law always to wear a helmet.
6. Cyclists should always carry photo ID
7. Ride on the right !
Always wear a safety helmet.
