Europe

Spain

Location

South-western Europe, bordering the Bay of Biscay, Mediterranean Sea, North Atlantic Ocean, and Pyrenees Mountains, south-west of France.

Street crime can be a problem in tourist areas and large cities. Vehicle security, personal security, bandits, gunfire, illegal checkpoints, armed robberies, general travel, navigation, off road driving, building / office security, hot weather injuries, clothing & equipment, emergency first aid, terrorism, cultures / customs, communications, emergency shelters.

Safe to drink.

Large, flat to dissected plateau surrounded by rugged hills; Pyrenees in north.

Temperate; clear, hot summers in interior, more moderate and cloudy along coast; cloudy, cold winters in interior, partly cloudy and cool along coast.

Periodic droughts.

Avian influenza, hepatitis A, polio.
Hospital: Hospital 12 de Octubre, Carretera de Andalucia, Madrid 4-28041. Tel: 1-469 7600 / 460 4000

Pollution of the Mediterranean Sea from raw sewage and effluents from the offshore production of oil and gas; water quality and quantity nationwide; air pollution; deforestation; desertification.

The standard of driving is generally good but aggressive. Be aware that you are required to wear a high-visibility best whilst awaiting roadside vehicle repair. If you do not a heavy fine may be imposed.

For more in-depth general information please download our Preparation and Training document.