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Driving in the Balearic Islands.

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Hidden coves and glorious vistas.

Surrounded by the glistening waters and golden sands, hiring a car is the perfect way to discover these stunning islands. Made up of Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza and Formentera, there is most certainly something to suit across everyone these islands. 

Ensure that you stopover at the many glorious beaches and coves littered through the Balearics. Ibiza, albeit famed for its nightlife, has so much more to offer. Neighbouring Mallorca and Menorca are definitely more than just sunny hotspots. Make sure you hire a car to experience the diversity of these amazing islands.

Why not read our Balearic Islands travel guide? You may also like to view information about destinations in the Balearic Islands.

Tips for driving in the Balearic Islands

Which side of the road do they drive on?

Drive on the right, overtake on the left.

Seat belts

If fitted, seat belts must be worn at all times by all occupants of the vehicle.

Driving with children

Children under 18, shorter than 1.35m must use a suitable child seat or booster seat. Children taller than 1.35m may use an adult seatbelt.

Blood alcohol limit

The blood alcohol limit is 50mg alcohol per 100ml blood. For professional drivers or drivers with less than two years’ experience the blood alcohol limit is 20mg per 100ml blood.

Glasses

In the Balearic Islands if you require glasses, you must carry a spare pair in the glove box in case you lose or break the first pair.

Reflective vests, triangles & other essentials

Two warning triangles and a reflective vest should be kept in the vehicle at all times. If present this must be accessible from within the car and not kept in the boot.

Parking

In one way streets in some cities, vehicles must be parked on the side of the road where houses bear uneven numbers on uneven days of the month, and on the side of even numbers on even days.

Horns and headlights

You must not sound the horn at any time in urban areas, except in an emergency. You can however flash your lights instead. It is prohibited to use full headlights in built-up areas; sidelights or dipped headlights must be used. You must use dipped headlights in tunnels.

Speeding

Speed traps are very common and fines are high. If oncoming vehicles flash their headlights they could be warning you of a speed trap.

What should I do if I have an accident or breakdown?

If your hire car breaks down or you’re in an accident and have no phone signal, emergency SOS telephones are positioned roughly every 2km.

Breakdown

If you breakdown in Spain, you must put on a reflective jacket and place the reflective triangles 30m behind and in front of vehicles to warn other drivers. Call the supplier who will be able to advise you. It is recommended you contact ourselves at the same time to ensure you follow the correct procedure.

Accident

If you’re in an accident, you MUST notify the Police and the car rental provider and get an accident report for insurance purposes. Failure to do so may result in you footing the whole bill. It is recommended that you contact us at the same time to ensure you follow the correct procedure.

Driving distances

Mallorca

Palma to Alcúdia – 60km (48mins)

Palma to Magaluf – 33km (32mins)

Palma to Sa Coma – 60km (52mins)

Sa Coma to Alcúdia – 51km (56mins)

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Speed limits

  • Motorways - 120 kph / 74 mph
  • A-roads - 100 kph / 62 mph
  • B-roads - 90 kph / 55 mph
  • Built up areas - 50 kph / 31 mph

Phone numbers

  • Police - 112
  • Fire - 112
  • Ambulance - 112

Useful phrases

  • Danger - Peligro
  • Diesel - Diesel
  • Exit - Salir
  • Filling station - Estación de llenado
  • Petrol - Gasolina
  • Prohibited - Prohibido
  • Right of way - Derecho de vía
  • Roadworks - Obras viales
  • Slow - Lenta

Fuel

Credit cards are accepted at most filling stations throughout the Balearic Islands.

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