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Road Genius compares campervan rentals from many suppliers and helps you pick the right vehicle for your journey. Barcelona sits on Spain's Mediterranean coast and is a popular pick-up point for routes into Catalonia, the Costa Brava or the Pyrenees. One-way trips south toward Valencia or north into France are possible, but plan around summer crowds and the city's low-emission rules.

Campervan Pickup Locations

Map of campervan rental depots near 615014

Best Months for a Camping Trip

Period Avg High °C │ °F Worth visiting?
Mar–May (Spring) 18 °C │ 64 °F Yes – mild weather, fewer tourists
Jun–Aug (Summer) 28 °C │ 82 °F Yes, but campsites fill fast and city is hot
Sep–Nov (Fall) 22 °C │ 72 °F Yes – warm sea, smaller crowds
Dec–Feb (Winter) 14 °C │ 57 °F Possible – many sites stay open, shorter days

Driving in the Area

  • The speed limits are 120 km/h (75 mph) on motorways, 90 km/h (55 mph) on secondary roads and 50 km/h (31 mph) inside towns.
  • Barcelona enforces the Zona de Baixes Emissions (ZBE) low-emission zone on weekdays 07:00–20:00. International rental RVs usually meet the requirements, but confirm with your rental company.
  • Underground parking garages and many streets have height clearance under 2.0 m (6 ft 7 in). Check your vehicle height before entering.
  • Toll motorways (marked AP or C-32) accept cards and cash. Express "Via T" lanes are for vehicles with Spanish electronic tags only.
  • The legal blood-alcohol limit is 0.05%. Police conduct random roadside tests.
  • Bike lanes and bus lanes are common. Fines apply if you drive or park in them.

Camping and Overnight Stops

Place Hook-ups Pros Cons
Barcelona CityStop Camper Area (El Maresme Forum) Full 15 min metro to center, secure gate Noisy ring road, vehicles ≤ 8 m only
Camping 3 Estrellas Barcelona (Gavà) Full Beachfront, open year-round, bus to city Aircraft noise (near airport)
Camping Barcelona (Mataró) Full Sea views, free shuttle to city in summer 30 km from downtown
Área Autocaravanas Montserrat (Monistrol) Water+Electric Easy walk to cable car for monastery Limited spaces, book 48 hours ahead
Public Aire de Castelldefels Water+Electric Free 48 hour stay, near supermarkets No showers, fills quickly
Roadside rest areas on AP-7 None Legal overnight rest, 24 hour fuel No services, security varies

Refueling and Services

  • Repsol station at C-32 km 46 (Gavà) has LPG gas, fresh water and waste disposal.
  • Area Autocaravanas Barcelona (Forum) sells water tokens and allows gray water and black water disposal.
  • Major service areas on AP-7 north of Granollers provide diesel, LPG gas and wide parking bays for vehicles up to 10 m long.

Practical Tips

  • Summer sun heats motorhome interiors above 35 °C (95 °F). Use ventilation and carry extra drinking water.
  • Wild camping on beaches or city streets is prohibited. Police patrol from 22:00 to 06:00.
  • Wildfire risk is highest July to September in inland forests. Check "Protecció Civil" alerts before driving mountain roads.
  • Many campsites close or reduce services mid-December to mid-January. Confirm opening hours in advance.
  • Emergency number across Spain is 112. Roadside assistance in English is available.
  • Keep valuables out of sight at viewpoints like Montjuïc. Petty theft from parked vehicles is the most common problem.