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<\/figure>\n\nThis opinion is completely independent<\/strong>, based on our experiences. We visited the region anonymously, making our own choices and paying our bills in full.<\/p>\n\n Content<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n If you don’t want to read the whole article, at least read this short summary of the essential points to know:<\/p>\n\n Here are the driving times in the region, to give you an idea of how to get around:<\/p>\n\n All the photos, maps, information and addresses you need to make your stay in the Canaries<\/strong> a success will soon<\/strong> be available in a single ebook!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n To make driving easier, it’s best to choose a car adapted to the type of road and conditions. We recommend Grand Canaria:<\/p>\n\n Find out more in our article: how to rent a car in Grand Canaria<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n >> See car rental offers on our preferred platform<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n To drive in Gran Canaria, or in Spain, you need a valid driving license from your country. Otherwise, you’ll need to bring along an international Driving License.<\/p>\n\n You must be at least 18 years old. The legal alcohol limit here is 0.05%. Driving under the influence is considered a serious offence. In Gran Canaria, the following equipment must be available in the car (as in Spain):<\/p>\n\n The only compulsory insurance in Gran Canaria is unlimited liability insurance – automatically included in the price of all car rentals. Our independent picks for the accommodation of your dreams<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Select by hotel type:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Select by city:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Routes GC-1 and GC-2 are considered freeways. Mountain roads offer a more challenging and adventurous driving experience. But on Gran Canaria, they’re not difficult on the whole. The streets of Gran Canaria’s towns are quite typical. In cities, you’ll encounter more traffic, crosswalks and parking problems. Las Palmas, the capital, can be particularly lively. For villages, we advise you to use outdoor parking, and not to try to get in by car, as some streets can be narrow.<\/p>\n\n There are very few unpaved roads, mainly a few parking areas.<\/p>\n\n Dolphin watching<\/a> Road signs are classic, in Latin letters, so there’s nothing specific you need to know. There are no toll roads.<\/p>\n\n<\/span>Driving in Gran Canaria: What you need to know<\/span><\/h2>\n\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/span>1. Rent the right car in Gran Canaria<\/span><\/h2>\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n<\/span>2. Know the rules of conduct<\/span><\/h2>\n\n
Permit requirements<\/h3>\n\n
Age<\/h3>\n\n
General rules<\/h3>\n\n
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Mandatory in-car equipment<\/h3>\n\n
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Compulsory insurance<\/h3>\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\nWHERE TO STAY IN Gran Canaria<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Fast roads: the coastal ring road<\/h3>\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\nIn the villages<\/h3>\n\n
Unsealed roads<\/h3>\n\n
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Speed limits<\/h3>\n\n
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Road signs<\/h3>\n\n
Tolls<\/h3>\n\n
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