Spain holiday
Travel tips, best time to visit & highlights for your Spain holiday in Europe
Spain is the most popular holiday destination for Germans – and for good reason. From the Balearic Islands to the Costa Brava and the Canary Islands, the country offers endless beaches, vibrant nightlife, fascinating culture, and a cuisine that is unmatched worldwide. Additionally, there are short flight times and excellent value for money.
Capital
Madrid
Language
Spanish
Currency
Euro (€)
Time zone
UTC+1
Flight time from DE
approx. 2–3 hours (mainland), 4h Canary Islands
Entry requirements
EU identity card
Deals for Spain:
Which hotels in Spain are recommended?
Selected hotels and holiday accommodations in Spain — with images, reviews, and direct booking links with our partners.
Eurostars Sitges
Sitges, Spanien
Only YOU Hotel Málaga
Malaga, Spanien
H10 Atlantic Sunset Horizons Collection
Costa Adeje, Spanien
Hotel LIVVO Volcan Lanzarote
Playa Blanca, Spanien
Sant Francesc Hotel Singular
Palma de Mallorca, Spanien
Lago Resort Menorca - Casas del Lago Adults Only
Cala'n Bosch, Spanien
Hyatt Regency Barcelona Tower
L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Spanien
TUI KIDS CLUB Punta Prima
Punta Prima, Spanien
What are the highlights of Spain?
The best-known highlights of Spain include Mallorca, Barcelona, Andalusia, Canary Islands, Ibiza.
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Mallorca
Much more than Ballermann: Serra de Tramuntana, hidden coves, charming villages, and wineries.
Barcelona
Gaudí's masterpieces, La Rambla, the beach, and the best tapas scene in Spain.
Andalusia
Granada, Seville, and Córdoba – Moorish palaces, flamenco, and endless olive groves.
Canary Islands
Year-round destination: Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, and Fuerteventura.
Ibiza
World-famous clubs, but also quiet hippie beaches and a beautiful old town (UNESCO).
Hotels in Spain
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When is the best time to visit Spain?
The best time to visit Spain is April–October. In summer: 28–38°C. In winter: 10–18°C.
Recommended travel time
April–October
Summer
28–38°C
Winter
10–18°C
How much does a holiday in Spain cost?
A holiday in Spain costs roughly 50–70€ per person per day (excluding flights) on a budget, 70–130€ mid-range and 130–250€ for luxury travel.
Average cost per person per day (excluding flight)
Budget
50–70€
Hostel, street food, public transport
Mid-range
70–130€
Hotel, restaurant, excursions
Luxury
130–250€
Boutique hotel, fine dining
How long is the flight from Germany to Spain?
From Germany you reach Spain in approx. 2–3 hours (mainland), 4h Canary Islands.
What travel tips are there for Spain?
Insider knowledge to make your holiday better.
Dinner in Spain starts no earlier than 9 PM
Tapas bars: Eating at the counter is often cheaper than at a table
The siesta (2–5 PM) is real – many shops close
Car rental in Mallorca and the Canary Islands is highly recommended
Beach chiringuitos offer good, inexpensive food
What do people eat in Spain?
Typical dishes in Spain are Paella, Tapas, Jamón Ibérico, Gazpacho, Churros con Chocolate, Patatas Bravas.
These dishes you must try!
Which regions and places in Spain are worth visiting?
112 regions, cities and highlights in Spain
Beaches
Alcúdia
Alcúdia uniquely combines history and beach enjoyment on Mallorca's northern coast — the fully preserved medieval city wall from the 14th century encloses a labyrinth of narrow …
Cala d'Or
Cala d'Or on the southeast coast of Mallorca is a true paradise of coves that has captivated German holidaymakers for decades. The charming resort combines five picturesque calas …
Cala Galdana
Cala Galdana is the dream bay of Menorca - a perfect semicircle of the finest white sand, framed by densely forested cliffs and washed by water in unreal shades of turquoise. The …
Cala Millor
Cala Millor is one of the most popular beach resorts on Mallorca's east coast and owes its name to the 'best beach' — a designation that the nearly two-kilometer-long, fine sandy …
Cala Ratjada
Cala Ratjada at the northeastern tip of Mallorca has been one of the most popular holiday destinations for German tourists since the 1970s — and despite its popularity, it has …
Cala Tarida
Cala Tarida is one of the most beautiful bays on Ibiza's wild west coast and a must for anyone wanting to experience the island's legendary sunset in all its glory. The wide, …
Calella
Calella is the unofficial capital of the German Spain holiday and has been one of the most popular destinations for German tourists on the Costa del Maresme north of Barcelona …
Calpe
Calpe on the Costa Blanca is dominated by the Penón de Ifach, a 332-meter-high limestone rock that rises from the Mediterranean like a guardian over the city and has been declared …
Camp de Mar
Camp de Mar is a quiet and well-maintained bathing bay in the southwest of Mallorca, particularly popular with couples and families seeking tranquility. The sheltered bay offers …
Can Picafort
Can Picafort is located on the expansive Bay of Alcúdia in the northeast of Mallorca and is one of the island's most popular family beaches. The kilometer-long, gently sloping …
Canyamel
Canyamel is located on the quiet northeast coast of Mallorca and captivates with its dreamy sandy bay, framed by untouched hills and the distinctive Torre de Canyamel. The …
Colònia de Sant Jordi
Colònia de Sant Jordi in the south of Mallorca is the gateway to the famous Es Trenc, one of the most beautiful natural beaches in the entire Mediterranean region. The …
Corralejo
Corralejo is the lively surf and beach paradise at the northern tip of Fuerteventura and the perfect place for those seeking endless sandy beaches, turquoise waters, and a relaxed …
Costa Adeje
Costa Adeje is the elegant big sister of Playa de las Américas and has developed into a premium destination on the southern coast of Tenerife over the last two decades. While the …
Costa Calma
Costa Calma is located on the southeast coast of Fuerteventura and rightly bears its name — the "calm coast" offers kilometers of wind-sheltered sandy beaches in a vast …
Es Pujols
Es Pujols is the only real holiday resort on Formentera — the smallest inhabited Balearic island, accessible by ferry from Ibiza, boasting beaches that can rival those of the …
Estepona
In recent years, Estepona has quietly transformed into one of the most charming coastal towns on the Costa del Sol and is affectionately referred to as the "Garden of the Costa …
Jandía
Jandía is the beach paradise at the southernmost tip of Fuerteventura and is home to one of the longest and most beautiful beaches in Europe. The Playa de Sotavento stretches for …
Jávea
Jávea, in Valencian Xàbia, is considered one of the most climatically favored places in Europe and has been awarded by the WHO for its ideal microclimate. The charming coastal …
Los Cristianos
Los Cristianos on the southwest coast of Tenerife is the cozier, family-friendly neighbor of the livelier Playa de las Américas — a former fishing village that has preserved its …
Maspalomas
Maspalomas at the southern tip of Gran Canaria is the crown jewel of the Canary Islands' tourism world — the monumental sand dunes stretching from the Faro de Maspalomas …
Morro Jable
Morro Jable is the southernmost holiday resort of Fuerteventura and combines one of the most beautiful beaches in the Canary Islands with the charm of an authentic Canarian …
Paguera
Paguera in the southwest of Mallorca is one of the most German holiday resorts on the island, offering three fine sandy beaches: Playa Palmira, Playa Torà, and Playa La Romana, …
Playa Blanca
Playa Blanca is the sunniest and quietest holiday resort in Lanzarote and is located at the sheltered southern tip of the island, where the mild climate, low rainfall, and lack of …
Playa de las Américas
Playa de las Américas is the vibrant epicenter of South Tenerife tourism and the undisputed party and beach capital of the Canary Islands. The resort on the sun-drenched southwest …
Playa del Inglés
Playa del Inglés is the largest and most famous tourist resort in Gran Canaria and has been one of the most popular destinations for German sun worshippers for decades. The …
Playa de Muro
Playa de Muro is the beach you don't expect in Mallorca — six kilometers of white, fine sand, turquoise water so shallow that you can wade out a hundred meters, and behind it a …
Port de Sóller
Port de Sóller is the only natural harbor bay on the spectacular northwest coast of Mallorca and serves as the maritime gateway to the Serra de Tramuntana, the UNESCO-protected …
Porto Colom
Porto Colom is one of the most authentic fishing ports on the east coast of Mallorca and has largely preserved its original character. The large natural harbor bay with colorful …
Puerto del Carmen
Puerto del Carmen is the largest and oldest holiday resort in Lanzarote and the tourist heart of the volcanic island — six kilometers of golden sandy beach, the legendary Avenida …
Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico is the sunniest place in Gran Canaria and a true family paradise on the southwest coast of the island. Nestled in a sheltered bay between steep mountain slopes, the …
Sa Coma
Sa Coma on the east coast of Mallorca is a popular family beach resort with a long, wide sandy beach and gently sloping waters. The town borders the Punta de n'Amer nature …
Salou
Salou is the ultimate family beach destination on the Catalan Costa Dorada, and owes its reputation to two unbeatable advantages: kilometers of golden sandy beaches with a gentle …
Santa Ponsa
Santa Ponsa is located in a sheltered bay on Mallorca's southwest coast and has transformed from a former fishing village into one of the island's most well-maintained resorts — …
Sa Ràpita
Sa Ràpita is a sleepy coastal village in the south of Mallorca, appreciated by locals as a hidden gem for unspoiled beaches. The expansive Es Rapita beach, with its fine white …
Sitges
Sitges is an elegant coastal town 35 km south of Barcelona and one of the most cosmopolitan beach resorts on the Mediterranean. Famous as Spain's most LGBTQ-friendly travel …
Son Bou
Son Bou is Menorca's longest beach - over two kilometers of fine, golden sand that gently curves along the southern coast and transitions into crystal clear, turquoise water. This …
Torremolinos
Torremolinos is the classic beach resort on the Costa del Sol and the place where mass tourism on the Mediterranean first began. In the 1960s, this city west of Málaga was the …
Torrevieja
Torrevieja on the Costa Blanca is a popular beach resort and long-term residence for Northern Europeans with over 300 sunny days a year. The city is famous for its pink lagoon — …
Tossa de Mar
Tossa de Mar on the Costa Brava is one of the most picturesque coastal towns in Spain and was referred to by Marc Chagall as the "blue paradise." The medieval old town Vila Vella …
Costa Brava
The Costa Brava in northeastern Catalonia stretches from Blanes to the French border and is much more than a typical beach destination: rugged rocky coastlines, hidden coves with …
Costa del Sol
The Costa del Sol, Spain's sunny coast on the southern Mediterranean flank of Andalusia, delights with over 320 sunny days a year and a perfect mix of beach life, white villages, …
Costa Blanca
The Costa Blanca, the 'White Coast', stretches along the province of Alicante and is famous for its white sandy beaches, the mildest climate in Europe, and a diverse mix of lively …
Costa de la Luz
The Costa de la Luz, "Coast of Light", stretches along the Andalusian Atlantic coast from Tarifa to Huelva. In contrast to the touristy Costa del Sol on the Mediterranean, the …
Playa de las Catedrales
The Playa de las Catedrales (Beach of the Cathedrals) on the Galician north coast is one of the most spectacular beaches in the world. At low tide, up to 30-meter-high rock arches …
Cities
Alicante
Alicante is the sun-drenched capital of the Costa Blanca, combining Mediterranean beach life with a vibrant old town at the foot of the Castillo de Santa Bárbara fortress. The …
Altea
Altea is the white artist village of the Costa Blanca, offering one of the most picturesque views along the entire Spanish Mediterranean coast with its radiant white old town high …
Benidorm
Benidorm is a city of superlatives and contradictions - a skyscraper Manhattan by the Mediterranean, it polarizes like hardly any other holiday destination in Europe. The city on …
Cádiz
Cádiz, the oldest city in Western Europe, sits on a narrow peninsula by the Atlantic and captivates with an authenticity that has long been lost in Spain's tourist hotspots. While …
Ciutadella
Ciutadella de Menorca is the secret capital of the island and an architectural gem that captivates every visitor with its honey-colored old town, dramatic natural harbor, and …
Deià
Deià is a fairy-tale artist village that clings to the steep slopes of the Serra de Tramuntana and has attracted writers, painters, and musicians from all over the world for …
Dénia
Dénia is a charming port city on the Costa Blanca, recognized by UNESCO as a Creative City of Gastronomy, placing it in a league with cities like Lima, Tucson, and Östersund. …
Frigiliana
Frigiliana has been voted the most beautiful village in Andalusia multiple times and enchants visitors with its flower-adorned, bright white streets that cling to a steep hillside …
Girona
Girona is Catalonia's best-kept secret — a medieval city of breathtaking beauty that often stands in the shadow of Barcelona, but impresses just as much with its charm, history, …
Lloret de Mar
Lloret de Mar is the vibrant heart of the Costa Brava and has been one of the most visited beach resorts on the western Mediterranean for decades. The town on the Catalan coast …
Marbella
Marbella is the most glamorous beach resort on the Spanish Costa del Sol and the European counterpart to Saint-Tropez. The city on the southern coast of Andalusia combines …
Mijas Pueblo
Mijas Pueblo perches as a dazzling white mountain village at an altitude of 430 meters above the Costa del Sol and offers breathtaking panoramic views of the entire coast all the …
Nerja
Nerja is the jewel of the eastern Costa del Sol and a coastal town that has managed to preserve its Andalusian charm, while just a few kilometers to the west, the high-rises of …
Palma de Mallorca
Palma de Mallorca is the vibrant capital of the Balearic Island and combines Mediterranean flair with an impressive old town centered around the Gothic cathedral La Seu. The city …
Pollenca
Pollenca in the north of Mallorca is a charming small town at the foot of the Serra de Tramuntana and one of the culturally richest places on the island. The 365 steps to the …
Porto Cristo
Porto Cristo on the east coast of Mallorca is an authentic harbor town, known primarily for the spectacular Coves del Drac, the most visited stalactite cave in Europe with an …
Puerto de la Cruz
Puerto de la Cruz is the historical heart of tourism in Tenerife and a charming harbor town on the green, lush northern coast of the island. Long before the concrete resorts in …
Ronda
Ronda is the city that balances on a cliff above the abyss — dramatically located on a rock plateau divided by the 100-meter-deep El Tajo gorge, connected by the legendary Puente …
San Antonio
San Antonio de Portmany is Ibiza's vibrant sunset capital on the west coast and a place that stands like no other for the island's legendary nightlife. What was once a sleepy …
Santa Eulalia
Santa Eulalia del Río is Ibiza's quiet family resort on the east coast - a charming small town that proves the Balearic island has much more to offer than clubbing and party …
Segovia
Segovia is one of the most spectacular small towns in Spain — a UNESCO World Heritage site on a rocky plateau, dominated by the fairy-tale Alcázar and intersected by the most …
Sóller
Sóller is nestled in a wide, fertile valley of the Serra de Tramuntana, surrounded by orange groves and citrus gardens, which has earned the town its nickname "Valley of Gold." …
Tarifa
Tarifa is the southernmost point of the European mainland and a place where the Atlantic and the Mediterranean meet, Africa shimmering just 14 kilometers away on the horizon, and …
Valldemossa
Valldemossa, nestled in the Serra de Tramuntana on Mallorca, is one of the most picturesque villages in the entire Mediterranean region. At an altitude of 400 meters, it overlooks …
Barcelona
Barcelona is a city that unites art, architecture, and zest for life like no other. Antoni Gaudí's imaginative buildings shape the cityscape, from the unfinished Sagrada Família …
Madrid
Madrid, the vibrant capital of Spain, combines world-class museums, royal palaces, and an unparalleled nightlife. The golden triangle of art consisting of the Prado, Reina Sofía, …
Sevilla
Sevilla, the passionate capital of Andalusia, pulses with flamenco rhythms, scents of orange blossoms, and shines with an architecture that uniquely blends Moorish heritage and …
Granada
Granada is spectacularly located at the foot of the Sierra Nevada and is dominated by the Alhambra, arguably the most beautiful Moorish palace in the world. This masterpiece of …
Málaga
Málaga, the birthplace of Pablo Picasso, has transformed from a sleepy harbor stop to one of the most exciting cultural metropolises in southern Spain. The Museo Picasso, located …
Valencia
Valencia, Spain's third-largest city, surprises as a perfect blend of avant-garde architecture, Mediterranean lifestyle, and culinary excellence. The Ciudad de las Artes y las …
Bilbao
Bilbao has transformed from a gray industrial city into one of Europe's most exciting cultural destinations, thanks to the iconic Guggenheim Museum. Frank Gehry's titanium-clad …
San Sebastián
San Sebastián (Basque: Donostia) is considered the culinary capital of Europe with the highest density of Michelin stars per capita in the world. The shell-shaped beach La Concha, …
Salamanca
Salamanca, the golden university city, shines in warm sandstone and pulses with the energy of thousands of students. Founded in 1218, the university is the oldest in Spain and one …
Toledo
Toledo, the "City of Three Cultures," majestically rises on a hill above the Tagus River and unites Christian, Jewish, and Moorish history in a compact space. The entire old town …
Córdoba
Córdoba was once the largest and most advanced city in Europe — capital of the Caliphate of Córdoba in the 10th century with over 500,000 inhabitants, hundreds of mosques, …
Santiago de Compostela
Santiago de Compostela is the spiritual destination for hundreds of thousands of pilgrims who walk the Camino de Santiago each year. The magnificent baroque cathedral with the …
Regions
Aragon
Aragon is the wild heart of northeastern Spain and a region that is largely overlooked by most international tourists. This historic landscape between the Pyrenees in the north …
Asturias
Asturias is the green heart of northern Spain and a region that does not conform to the typical Spain cliché. Instead of sunburnt plains, visitors can expect emerald green …
Costa Dorada
The Costa Dorada stretches south of Barcelona along the Catalan coast and owes its name to the golden sandy beaches that extend over more than 200 kilometers. Unlike the often …
Costa Tropical
The Costa Tropical is Granada's hidden coast and one of the best-kept secrets of Andalusia. Nestled between the Sierra Nevada in the north and the Mediterranean Sea in the south, …
La Rioja
La Rioja is Spain's most famous wine region and a paradise for culinary travelers, stretching along the Ebro Valley between the Basque Country and Navarra. This smallest …
Murcia
Murcia is the warm soul of southeastern Spain and a region that remains largely under the radar for German tourists. This autonomous community between Andalusia and the Comunidad …
Navarra
Navarra is one of the most diverse regions of Spain, stretching from the snow-covered Pyrenees in the north to the semi-desert of Bardenas Reales in the south - on an area barely …
Andalusia
Andalusia in southern Spain is the land of Flamenco, white villages, and Moorish palaces. The region combines the cultural splendor of Seville, Granada, and Córdoba with wild …
Catalonia
Catalonia in northeastern Spain captivates with the cosmopolitan metropolis of Barcelona, the wild Costa Brava, and the Pyrenees in the hinterland. The region has a distinct …
Valencia (Region)
The Valencia region on the eastern coast of Spain is home to paella, orange groves, and the Costa Blanca. From the futuristic Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias in the capital …
Basque Country
The Basque Country on the northern coast of Spain is a world of its own — with its own language, one of the best cuisines in the world, and a dramatic coastal landscape. Basque …
Galicia
Galicia in the northwest of Spain is the green, Celtic Spain — a region with rugged Atlantic coasts, mystical forests, and the famous Camino de Santiago, which ends in Santiago de …
Castile
Castile, the heart of Spain, encompasses the vast plateaus of the Meseta with its medieval towns, imposing castles, and golden grain fields. This region in the center of the …
Extremadura
Extremadura in western Spain is one of the least visited regions of the country and is therefore a hidden gem. Here, Iberian pigs graze under centuries-old holm oaks (Dehesas), …
Cantabria
Cantabria on the northern coast of Spain surprises with green coastal landscapes, prehistoric cave paintings, and elegant seaside resorts. The region between the Cantabrian Sea …
Islands
El Hierro
El Hierro is the smallest and westernmost of the Canary Islands — and a hidden gem for those looking to escape mass tourism. In 2000, UNESCO declared the entire island a biosphere …
Mallorca
Mallorca is much more than the 'island of cleaning ladies' from past decades — the largest Balearic island delights with the Serra de Tramuntana (UNESCO), hidden coves, charming …
Ibiza
Ibiza is the island of contrasts — world-famous clubs and DJs on one side, hippie markets and untouched pine coves on the other. The third-largest Balearic island has transformed …
Menorca
Menorca, the easternmost and quietest of the Balearic Islands, is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and the exact opposite of Mallorca's party scene. Here, untouched nature, …
Tenerife
Tenerife, the largest Canary Island, impresses with Teide — Spain's highest mountain (3,718 m) and UNESCO World Heritage site — as well as an incredible diversity of landscapes …
Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria, the third largest of the Canary Islands, rightfully bears the nickname miniature continent: on just 1,560 square kilometers, it combines Sahara-like dune landscapes, …
Fuerteventura
Fuerteventura, the second largest Canary Island, is a paradise for beach lovers and water sports enthusiasts. Endless white sandy beaches, constant winds for surfers and kiters, …
Lanzarote
Lanzarote, the northeasternmost of the Canary Islands, is a volcanic landscape of extraterrestrial beauty, significantly shaped by the visionary artist Cesar Manrique. His …
La Palma
La Palma, the northwesternmost of the Canary Islands, is nicknamed "La Isla Bonita" — and the name is fitting. The steepest island in the world rises to over 2,400 meters in its …
Formentera
Formentera is the Caribbean of Europe — the smallest inhabited Balearic island captivates with crystal-clear water over white sandbanks, a relaxed atmosphere, and a rhythm that …
La Gomera
La Gomera is the most mystical of the Canary Islands — a densely forested natural paradise with the UNESCO World Heritage Garajonay National Park at its center. The ancient laurel …
Areas
Jakobsweg (Camino de Santiago)
The Jakobsweg is one of the oldest and most famous pilgrimage routes in the world — a network of paths that all lead to Santiago de Compostela. The Camino Francés, the classic …
Sierra Nevada
The Sierra Nevada in Andalusia is the southernmost ski resort in Europe and is home to Mulhacén (3,482 m), the highest mountain on the Spanish mainland. The mountain range extends …
Pyrenees (Spanish Side)
The Spanish Pyrenees stretch over 430 km from Catalonia to the Basque Country and offer an impressive mix of high mountains, green valleys, and medieval villages. Unlike the …
Rías Baixas
The Rías Baixas, the "deep inlets" of Galicia, are fjord-like sea arms on the Atlantic coast that carry the sea deep into the land. Here, the best Albariño wine in Spain is grown, …
Picos de Europa
The Picos de Europa are Spain's oldest national park and a spectacular limestone mountain range between Asturias, Cantabria, and León. Deep gorges like the Garganta del Cares, …
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Open guideHow do I plan a holiday in Spain?
Spain is one of the most popular travel destinations in Europe, offering Beach, Party, Culture and much more. The best time to visit Spain is April–October, when the weather is ideal for exploration and relaxation. With a daily budget starting from 50–70€ (Budget) to 130–250€ (Luxury), Spain is suitable for various travel budgets.
From the capital Madrid, Spain can be excellently explored. The official language is Spanish, and the currency is Euro (€). From Germany, you can reach Spain in approx. 2–3 hours (mainland), 4h Canary Islands. Whether you want to try culinary highlights like Paella, Tapas, Jamón Ibérico, visit top attractions, or simply enjoy the atmosphere: Spain has something for every type of traveller.
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