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| Practical Matters Barcelona Before You Go When You Are There *Time *Arriving *Customs *Money *National Holidays *Tourist Offices *Opening Hours *Public Transportation *Driving *Car Rental *Taxis *Personal Safety *Telephones *Post *Tips/Gratuities *Electricity *Health *Clothing Sizes *Concessions Language Offices to Serve You Abroad |
DRIVING Speed limit on main roads : 100kph On minor roads: 90kph Speed limit in towns (Poblaciones): 50kph Seat belts must be worn in front seats at all times and in rear seats where fitted. Blood alcohol limit: 8 milligrams per millilitre. Fuel (gasolina) is available as: Super Plus (98 octane), Super (96 octane), unleaded or sin plomo (90 octane) and gasoleo or gasoil (diesel). Petrol stations are normally open 6am-10pm, and closed Sundays, though larger ones are open 24 hours. Most take credit cards. If you break down driving your own car and are a member of an AIT-affiliated motoring club, you can call the Real Automóvil Club de España (Phone: 91 593 33 33). If the car is hired, follow the instructions given in the documentation; most of the international rental firms provide a rescue service. |
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