New traffic rules: Cycling in Spain: It gets expensive without a helmet
Whether on Mallorca or in the mountains around Alicante: Anyone riding without a helmet outside of towns risks a hefty fine. What other new rules cyclists - and motorists - should know.
Spain is introducing new rules for cyclists and drivers from October. All cyclists outside urban areas must wear a helmet, with a €200 fine for non-compliance. Drivers overtaking cyclists outside urban areas must reduce their speed by at least 20 km/h below the speed limit and maintain a minimum distance of 1.5 meters. In urban areas, drivers must keep a minimum distance of 5 meters from cyclists on the same lane, and cyclists are advised to ride in the center of the lane to prevent "Dooring" accidents.
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