Must-pack items for a road trip in Spain

Essentials for the Car

• Driver’s license (EU or International Driving Permit if required) more info
• Car insurance documents and rental agreement
• Vehicle registration papers
• Hi-vis vest & warning triangle (legally required in Spain)
• Spare tire, jack, and tire repair kit
• USB charger and phone mount
• Paper map or offline navigation app (some rural areas have poor signal)
• Sunglasses and sunshade for windshield

Navigation & Tech

• Smartphone with data or SIM (or an eSIM plan for Spain)
• Google Maps or MAPS.ME downloaded offline
• Bluetooth speaker or aux cable
• Power bank for long days

Packing & Organization

• Soft luggage or duffel bags (fit better in car trunks)
• Packing cubes to stay organized
• Cooler bag with snacks and drinks
• Reusable water bottle
• Eco-friendly shopping bag (for groceries or markets)

Health & Safety

• Basic first aid kit
• Face masks & hand sanitizer
• Motion sickness tablets (for curvy roads in the mountains)
• Sunscreen and insect repellent

Adventure Extras

• Hiking shoes or sandals for detours
• Swimsuit for spontaneous beach stops
• Towel and quick-dry travel cloth
• Binoculars or camera
• Notebook or travel journal

Legal Requirements in Spain

• Hi-vis vest (one per passenger if you exit the vehicle on the roadside)
• Warning triangle (or two for Spanish-registered vehicles)
• Driver's license (and international permit if outside EU)
• Insurance proof (green card if needed)

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