Spain is always well worth a visit, but suffice it to say that things have changed quite a bit in 2020.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Spain’s tourism industry\u2014and as a result, its economy\u2014have suffered greatly this year. If you’re healthy and able to travel right now, visiting Spain in a responsible way will do wonders to help us bounce back. But before you go, you’ll want to brush up on the basics of health and safety in Spain as they apply to the current situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Health & safety in Spain: Steps to prevent the spread of COVID-19<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In spring 2020, Spain entered into the strictest lockdown in Europe to help contain the spread of the coronavirus and lessen the strain on the healthcare system as much as possible. The lockdown was gradually lifted in several steps starting in early May, and the nationwide state of alarm officially ended in June. That being said, Spain is still taking the pandemic seriously. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The information below was last updated August 26, 2020. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Face mask mandates<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Face masks are mandatory in public areas in all autonomous regions of Spain, even in outdoor spaces or when able to maintain a safe distance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Exceptions to the mask mandate vary by region, but in general, no mask is required:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

• When eating or drinking at a bar or restaurant<\/li>
• When doing a physical activity, such as running, biking or swimming<\/li>
• For individuals with certain physical disabilities or respiratory illnesses<\/li>
• For children under the age of 6<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

  If you need to purchase additional masks in Spain, you can find them at any pharmacy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n