It shares the Iberian peninsula with Portugal and is bordered to the north by the Pyrenees, which separate Spain from France. There are endless tracts of wild and crinkled sierra to explore, as well as some spectacularly rugged stretches of coast between the beaches. Geographically, Spain's diversity is immense. It's common to leave small change at bar and cafe tables. Most people leave some small change if they're satisfied and 5% is usually plenty. The law requires menu prices in restaurants to include a service charge, and tipping is a matter of personal choice. Credit and debit cards are widely accepted at hotels and restaurants, especially from the middle range up, and also for long-distance train tickets. With Л†100.00 a day, you can stay in extremely comfortable accommodation, rent a car and eat some of the best food Spain has to offer. A budget of Л†40.00 a day, will allow you a basic hotel room, regular meals, public transport and entry to museums. Spain is considered one of western Europe's most affordable countries to travellers.
Screenshots see belowĪll maps are calibrated and ready to use with gps navigation software such as Very strong winds (such as the mistral) can occur throughout the entire region.Available gps maps in OZF2 and OGF2 formats. Continental weather is present in Auvergne, Burgundy and the Rhone Valley. Mediterranean climate exists on the Riviera, and in Provence and Roussillon. Inland areas are also mild and the French slopes of the Pyrenees are reputed for their sunshine record. The Atlantic influences the climate of the western coastal areas from the Loire to the Basque region the weather is temperate and relatively mild with rainfall distributed throughout the year. Mediterranean climate in the south mountains are cooler with heavy snow in winter. Sheltered by bordering hills, has a relatively mild climate. The Jura Mountains have an alpine climate. Rainfall is distributed throughout the year with some snow likely in winter. Its hot, dry summers and mild winters make it a popular beach area.Ĭlimate: A temperate climate in the north northeastern areas have a more continental climate with warm summers and colder winters. The Mediterranean coast includes the popular tourist area, the French Riviera. Mont Blanc in the Alps is the highest mountain in Europe. Two thirds of France is mountains and hills, with the Alps, Pyrenees and Vosges ranges. France borders Andorra along 56.6 km, Belgium 620 km, Germany 451 km, Italy 488 km, Luxembourg 73 km, Monaco 4.4 km, Spain 623 km, Switzerland 573 km. Major cities and their populations include: Paris - 8.7 million people, Lyon - 1.2 million, Marseille - 1.2 million, Lille - 950,000 and Bordeaux - 640,000. Leaving a pourboire (tip) is done at your discretion - restaurants and accommodations add a 10-15% service charge to every bill, making a tip unnecessary, but most people leave a few coins if the service is satisfactory.įrance is the second largest country in Europe, with the fifth largest population in Europe.
Whatever your budget, figure on everything being more expensive in Paris.
Student and senior citizen discounts are common.
Available gps maps in OZF2 and OGF2 formats.