La Palma car hire

Public transport is limited in La Palma, so hiring a car is a great way to explore the island at your own pace and visit less accessible, more remote areas. Buses on La Palma may be slow, and passengers may face long waits for connections or large gaps between services. Hiring a car means that you won’t have to wait to explore remote parts of the island and ensures that you can set your own schedule while travelling in La Palma.

La Palma has well-maintained roads around the coast and main road access to many areas inland. Many parts of the island are very hilly and steep, and drivers should be aware that there may be rocks and debris on some parts of the road, especially after heavy rain. It is usually safe to just clear small rocks away by hand; however, it is a good idea to avoid driving in bad weather in hilly areas, as roads can occasionally become blocked or flooded. Drivers on rural parts of the island should take care not to go too fast, as some parts of the road may be single track. It is also legally required that you carry some safety equipment with you in your vehicle, such as a warning triangle and a high visibility jacket.

The legal age at which you can hire a car in Spain is 21 years old. However, many car hire companies do not lease vehicles to those under 25-26. Some companies, such as Avis and Maggiore, do operate young driver policies, however. If you want to hire a car and drive in La Palma, you will need a valid British driver’s licence and a valid passport. You should always carry these documents with you while you are driving, and you will also need them when you go to pick up your hire car.

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