{"id":222,"date":"2015-06-09T15:06:53","date_gmt":"2015-06-09T14:06:53","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/en.aurigacrown.com\/blog\/?p=222"},"modified":"2015-06-09T15:06:53","modified_gmt":"2015-06-09T14:06:53","slug":"public-holidays-in-spain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/en.aurigacrown.com\/blog\/public-holidays-in-spain\/","title":{"rendered":"Public Holidays in Spain"},"content":{"rendered":"

Unlike Bank Holidays in the UK, where the majority of bars, businesses and transport links stay open, Spanish Public Holidays are just that \u2013 a holiday that everyone can enjoy<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

If you visit Spain during a Public Holiday, you may well find that even in the tourist centres along the Costas, everyday life comes grinding to a halt while people enjoy a well-earned break. If you live and work in Spain, they\u2019re dates to look forward to, but if you\u2019re a visitor you may well find it difficult to do any activities you may have planned<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

There are a number of regional holidays that are enjoyed across the country \u2013 usually related to a Saint or other religious figure – however the National Public Holidays in Spain are as follows:<\/p>\n

January 1<\/strong> – New Year’s Day
\nJanuary 6<\/strong> – Epiphany (Celebrated in much the same way as the UK celebrates Christmas Day)
\nEaster Week<\/strong> – On Maundy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter Sunday things will definitely shutdown. Earlier in the week may also be affected, but Easter Monday is not a public holiday, except in Catalonia and Valencia.
\nMay 1<\/strong> – Labour Day.
\nAugust 15<\/strong> – Assumption of the Virgin.
\nOctober 12<\/strong> – National Day.
\nNovember 1<\/strong> – All Saints’ Day
\nDecember 6<\/strong> – Constitution Day
\nDecember 8<\/strong> – Immaculate Conception
\nDecember 25<\/strong> \u2013 A bit unusual in that some places may close early on Christmas Eve, though some will be open in the morning.<\/p>\n

Obviously, hospitals and emergency services do not close over National holidays<\/strong>, but most banks, shops, museums and other attractions do. Furthermore, these rest days can be extended. If a public holiday falls on a Sunday, it is celebrated on Monday, however if the holiday falls on a Thursday or Tuesday, it is common practice to “make the bridge” (hacer puente<\/em>) by taking off the Friday or Monday, creating a lovely long weekend.<\/p>\n

Public transport services are often seriously disrupted<\/strong>, and while private hire taxis may still be available, they often double their fares over holiday periods. If you\u2019re in Spain over a public holiday, then hiring a car<\/a> offers some real advantages. Not only will you be able to get around quickly and conveniently, but as the roads will no doubt be much quieter, giving you a great opportunity to drive the highways and byways on a road trip or discover a secluded hidden cove somewhere. AurigaCrown Spain car hire<\/a> partners operate across the country (even on public holidays) to ensure you can make the most of these special days.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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