What are the drink drive laws in Tenerife?


What are the drink drive laws in Tenerife? Breath tests are carried out by the police at random and the Tenerife drink drive limit is 0.1 mg per 1 mg of blood.


Where is the 6 drink rule in Spain?

Where in Spain has the 6 drink limit? Those staying in all-inclusive hotels in Magaluf, El Arenal, Playa de Palma in Mallorca and Sant Antoni in Ibiza will be limited to six alcoholic drinks per day.


Can Brits drink the water in Tenerife?

Can you drink the tap water in Tenerife? People in the Canary Islands tend to buy bottled water because much of the tap water here is desalinated sea water – it's safe to drink but not particularly pleasant taste-wise.


Is Tenerife affected by 6 drink rule?

No, the six drinks rule is not in place in the Canary Islands. So if you're planning to visit Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura, Lanzarote, or the smaller islands in the archipelago like La Palma, La Gomera, El Hierro or La Graciosa, this six drinks rule will not apply.


How much can you drink and drive in Tenerife?

It is against the law to drink and drive in Tenerife. New drivers, (who have held a licence for two years or under) have a limit of 0.1 milligrams of alcohol per millilitre of blood. All other drivers are limited to 0.5 milligrams or 0.5 %. The best advice is to avoid drinking whilst driving completely.


Is it illegal to drink on the streets in Tenerife?

Drinking on the streets Avoid drinking, smoking, or vaping in public spaces – either on the streets or on the beach. It's prohibited across all the Canary Islands. You could face a hefty fine if caught.


Can you drink alcohol on beach in Tenerife?

Avoid drinking, smoking, or vaping in public spaces – either on the streets or on the beach. It's prohibited across all the Canary Islands. You could face a hefty fine if caught. Instead, look for any bar, restaurant or cafe that has quiet outdoor seating with designated smoking neighborhoods.