Spain

TRAVELLING TO SPAIN

Whether it’s for a weekend getaway or a multi-week road trip, Spain is the perfect holiday destination—both exciting and easily accessible from France.

Why travel to Spain? To immerse yourself in a vibrant culture, where the sun shines most of the year, where days stretch lazily over tapas and vermouth on a terrace, and where local festivals set the rhythm of everyday life. From the colorful streets of Seville to the dramatic cliffs of Asturias, through the buzzing energy of Madrid and the unique architecture of Barcelona, each region has its own distinct personality and traditions. Not to mention that Spain boasts a fascinating history, deeply rooted in civilization and shaping an exceptional cultural heritage.

Spain holds a special place in my heart. It’s not the country where I was born, but it’s the one that has adopted me. Its energy, way of life, and warm hospitality won me over eight years ago, and they continue to amaze me every day. Through this blog, I invite you to discover a more authentic Spain, far from clichés and off the beaten path.

Capitale city

Madrid

Currency

Euros (EUR)

Number of inhabitants

48 millions

Language

Spanish

Surface area

506.000 km²

Electricty & Connectivity

230 V - Type E & F (european standard)

Icon of a Type E plug
Icon of a Type F plug

ALL SPAIN TRAVEL GUIDES

When is the best time to go to Spain?

The best time to visit Spain depends on the region you plan to explore, but in general, spring (April to June) and autumn (September to October) offer the most ideal conditions. These seasons combine pleasant temperatures, little rainfall, and moderate tourist crowds. It’s the perfect time to discover major cultural cities like Seville or Madrid, where summer can become stifling, with temperatures often exceeding 40 °C.

In the interior of the country and in Andalusia, July and August are very hot — often too hot for comfortable sightseeing during the day. On the other hand, the Mediterranean and Atlantic coasts are perfect in summer, with almost guaranteed sunshine, milder heat, and the sea close by to cool off.

Northern Spain, which is greener (Galicia, Asturias, the Basque Country), tends to be a bit rainier but is ideal for those who prefer to avoid extreme heat. As for the Canary Islands, they enjoy mild, sunny weather all year round, even in the middle of winter, making them an excellent off-season destination.

All in all, Spain is a very sunny country at any time of year — but it’s still Europe: winters do exist, even if they’re often bright and pleasant.

January

6 - 13 °C

February

6 - 13 °C

March

7 - 14 °C

April

8-15 °C

May

10 - 17 °C

June

13 - 20 °C

July

15 - 22 °C

August

15 - 22 °C

Sept.

14 - 21 °C

Oct.

12 - 18 °C

Nov.

9 - 15 °C

Dec.

7 - 13 °C

January

1 - 10 °C

February

1 - 12 °C

March

4 - 16 °C

April

6 - 18 °C

May

10 - 23 °C

June

14 - 29 °C

July

17 - 33 °C

August

17 - 32 °C

Sept.

13 - 27 °C

Oct.

9 - 20 °C

Nov.

4 - 15 °C

Dec.

1 - 11 °C

January

8 - 16 °C

February

9 - 17 °C

March

10 - 18 °C

April

12 - 20 °C

May

15 - 24 °C

June

18 - 29 °C

July

20 - 31 °C

August

20 - 31 °C

Sept.

18 - 28 °C

Oct.

15 - 23 °C

Nov.

12 - 19 °C

Dec.

9 - 17 °C

January

8 - 16 °C

February

9 - 17 °C

March

10 - 19 °C

April

12 - 20 °C

May

15 - 24 °C

June

18 - 29 °C

July

20 - 33 °C

August

20 - 33 °C

Sept.

18 - 28 °C

Oct.

15 - 23 °C

Nov.

12 - 20 °C

Dec.

9 - 17 °C

January

5 - 15 °C

February

5 - 15 °C

March

6 - 17 °C

April

9 - 19 °C

May

12 - 22 °C

June

16 - 27 °C

July

19 - 30 °C

August

19 - 30 °C

Sept.

17 - 27 °C

Oct.

14 - 23 °C

Nov.

11 - 19 °C

Dec.

7 - 17 °C

January

15 - 21 °C

February

15 - 21 °C

March

16 - 22 °C

April

17 - 23 °C

May

18 - 24 °C

June

19 - 25 °C

July

20 - 27 °C

August

21 - 27 °C

Sept.

20 - 27 °C

Oct.

20 - 26 °C

Nov.

18 - 24 °C

Dec.

16 - 22 °C