The Dirección General de Tráfico (DGT) has activated a Special Traffic Operation from 15:00 on Thursday 14 August until midnight on Sunday 17 August to manage the substantial influx of vehicles during the extended holiday weekend.

• Expected Mobility
  More than 7 million road journeys—both long-distance and short trips—are anticipated over the four-day period as summer travel peaks and numerous local festivals take place.

  
  

• Safety Reminders
  Drivers are urged to remain cautious throughout all journeys—especially on conventional roads and familiar routes. Short trips should not lower one’s vigilance. Importantly, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs remains strictly prohibited, alongside adherence to seatbelt usage, speed limits, and traffic signage.

  
  

• Enforcement and Surveillance
  The DGT has mobilised considerable resources, including:

  • Traffic officers from the Guardia Civil

  • Staff from traffic management centres

  • Emergency response teams

  • Fixed and mobile speed cameras

  • Camouflaged vehicles for seatbelt and mobile phone checks

  • Helicopters and drones for aerial monitoring

    
    

• Guidance for Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs)
  A dynamic shoulder lane will be implemented on the AP-4 motorway between Dos Hermanas (km 13 + 500) and Jerez de la Frontera (km 78 + 000) during peak hours (Thursday afternoon and Friday morning). It is advised that HGVs over 7 500 kg avoid travelling in the direction of Cádiz on this stretch during these times.

  
  

• Traffic Flow Forecasts

  • Thursday afternoon (14 August): High congestion in urban exit routes and roads leading to coastal and second-home destinations, particularly between 16:00 and 23:00.

  • Friday (15 August): Continued intense traffic during 08:00–15:00, combining outgoing traffic with short-distance trips to beaches and festival sites.

  • Saturday (16 August): Sustained demand, especially in the morning, on routes towards coastal and residential areas.

  • Sunday afternoon/evening (17 August): Significant return-traffic congestion expected between 17:00 and 24:00, when holidaymakers head back to major urban centres.

    
    

• Fire Risk Considerations
  With heightened wildfire risk due to heat, drivers are encouraged to stay informed and avoid routes that may be affected by fires or road closures, to ensure safety and continuity of travel.

An extremely busy weekend on Spanish roads is anticipated due to the national holiday on Friday, August 15.

The DGT has activated a special operation to manage the high volume of traffic as travellers head to coastal resorts and tourist destinations.

Significant delays are expected on all major motorways, particularly on Friday morning and Sunday evening.

Local fiestas in Madrid and Barcelona will also affect urban traffic, while planned strikes at several airports may cause air travel disruption.

Drivers are advised to plan ahead and check for real-time updates.

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This period sees Spain dominated by a large high-pressure system, bringing settled and mostly dry conditions. Expect high temperatures across the mainland, particularly in inland areas, in in some locations a RED ALERT was already issued for heat at times, so please check your local forecast and heed the warnings!

While the weather is generally calm, there will be a few isolated showers and thunderstorms, mainly in the north and east, which could impact driving. Be mindful of sudden changes in conditions and the risk of poor visibility.

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Friday’s national holiday in Spain will push travel volumes higher from Thursday to Monday.

Strikes at Spanish airports could cause delays.

Expect delays at Greek airports, capacity limits in Spain and France, and busy ferry and train services.

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Spain is set for another week of hot, dry, and sunny conditions, with temperatures soaring well into the high thirties and even touching forty degrees in some inland areas. This settled weather pattern means that for most of the country, driving conditions will be good, but the intense heat brings its own set of risks.

Sun glare will be a constant issue, particularly during sunrise and sunset, and the risk of vehicle overheating on long journeys is high.

High temperatures also increase the likelihood of wild fires, so drivers must be vigilant and ensure they dispose of all litter and smoking paraphernalia correctly to prevent accidental ignition.

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This Friday is Assumption Day, a public holiday in Spain. Combined with the peak holiday season, traffic will be heavier than normal from Thursday 14 August through Monday 18 August. Expect increased congestion at airports, ferry ports, rail stations and on major roads.

Flights to Greece remain prone to delays, Gran Canaria’s runway works continue, and ferry and train services will be busy but mostly running on time.

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This week in Spain, be prepared for a period of exceptional traffic disruption.

The national holiday on Friday, August 15, marks a major peak in the summer holiday season, with the DGT launching a special "Operation August 15."

Expect significant delays on all major routes from Wednesday afternoon until Friday morning as people head to the coast.

The return journey on Sunday will also be extremely busy.

Local fiestas in Madrid and Barcelona will add to the congestion, with road closures and diversions.

Plan your journeys well in advance to avoid the worst of the traffic.

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Travel disruption from 10 August hits UK, Spain & Europe: flight delays, Eurostar cancellations, ferry & rail issues, heat warnings, and airport strikes ahead.

From Sunday 10 August, travellers across the UK, Spain, and Europe face disruption on land, sea, and in the air.

This extended update covers flight delays in Greece, the UK, and Spain, Eurostar cancellations, ferry and rail issues following Storm Floris, extreme heat warnings in the Canary Islands, and looming airport strikes in Spain and Portugal.

Stay informed with the latest travel news and advice for the week ahead, and for the full bulletin, visit n332radio.es