Is it legal to sleep outside in Spain?

The short answer is no. Wild camping is generally not legal in Spain, and there are strict regulations in place to prevent it. Spain has a long history of protecting its natural environment and wildlife, and the government has implemented measures to regulate outdoor activities, including camping.



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With 579 beaches rated as Blue Flag, many will want to take advantage and pitch up their tents for the night. However, the question is whether camping on Spain's beaches is allowed. In short, the answer is no, camping with a tent or 'wild camping' is not permitted on Spain's beaches.

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No, you are not legally allowed to wild camp anywhere in Spain. But yes, there are plenty of designated parking places where you can park a Camper and overnight in it for free and in accordance with the law. Just be sure to look for any prohibition signs or you may receive a hefty fine!

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Hayley Spurway finds some of the best free camping locations across Spain and Portugal.
  • Las Rozas, Cantabria.
  • Playa Valdevaqueros, Andalucia.
  • Praia do Rostro, Galicia.
  • Playa Traba, Galicia.
  • Esteiro, Galicia.
  • Frexulfre, Asturias.
  • Praia Odeceixe, Portugal.
  • Costa de Almograve, Portugal.


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What are the smoking laws in Spain? Regarding tobacco, you cannot smoke in indoor public spaces, or in indoor workplaces, or inside bars and restaurants open to the public, or on the terraces of bars/restaurants that the owner so decides, or in public transport, or private transport if you have children on it.

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In some parts of Spain it's against the law to be in the street wearing only a bikini or swimming shorts. Being bare-chested is also illegal in some areas in Spain. You may be fined if you're caught wearing swimwear on the seafront promenade or adjacent streets.

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