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During a holiday in Spain<\/a>, it is common to be curious about the best way of get around the region. The answer may vary depending on the specific area that travelers are visiting. Getting from a vacation villa in Barcelona<\/u><\/a> to the city\u2019s top sights and attractions is generally very easy using public transport as many parts of Catalonia benefit from excellent rail links and bus routes. However, for those planning to visit some of the more quiet and isolated parts of the country, a car may be the best choice.<\/p>\n

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If you\u2019re looking for the fastest and most convenient way to get from your villa in Barcelona<\/u><\/a> to a Costa Dorada holiday rental<\/u><\/a>, then here\u2019s everything you need to know about hiring a car in Spain.<\/p>\n

Age: <\/strong>While the minimum driving age in Spain is 18, you\u2019ll need to be a little older to rent a car. Most Spanish rental agencies set their minimum age limit at either 21 or 22, although others may restrict rentals to those who are 25 years old or older. In most cases, renters under age 25 will need to pay an additional \u2018young driver fee\u2019, which usually amounts to around 20 EUR per day.<\/p>\n

License: <\/strong>Whether you rent from a location in Barcelona<\/u><\/a> or somewhere else in Spain, you will need to present a valid driving license from your home country. Although an International Driving License is not a legal requirement if you have a license from an EU country, it is still recommended as it can make things easier if you require assistance during the rental period.<\/p>\n

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Locations: <\/strong>Although most rental cars can be driven across European borders without hassle, it\u2019s worth double checking with your rental agency<\/a> if you plan to cross over the French Pyrenees or visit Andorra. If you do decide to visit more places in Europe during your trip, beware that you may be charged extra if you return your car to a different country.<\/p>\n

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The good news is that driving in Spain is actually very simple. Although things can be a little hectic if you rent a car from a central location in Barcelona<\/u><\/a>, driving Barcelona\u2019s roads is not particularly stressful. In Spain, they drive on the right, which is simple for Americans but a little trickier for Brits! Remember that speed limits are posted in km\/h, rather than m\/h, and that standard speed limits are 50km\/h for urban areas, 90km\/h for rural areas, and 120km\/h when driving on Spanish motorways.<\/p>\n

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