No, studded tires are prohibited nationwide in Spain under Real Decreto 2822/1998 and Reglamento General de Vehículos, with no exceptions for winter conditions. The Dirección General de Tráfico (DGT) enforces this ban, citing road damage risks and environmental concerns. Recent 2026 EU mobility proposals do not alter Spain’s stance, maintaining strict compliance requirements.
Key Regulations for Studded Tires in Spain
- National Ban: Article 6.3 of Reglamento General de Vehículos explicitly bans studded tires for all vehicles, including commercial and emergency fleets, with no seasonal exemptions.
- Penalties: Non-compliance incurs fines up to €200 under Ley de Seguridad Vial, with potential vehicle immobilization if deemed a traffic hazard.
- Alternatives: The DGT mandates the use of winter tires (marked 3PMSF) or chains in adverse conditions, as outlined in Orden INT/2223/2014. Studded tires are not recognized as a substitute.
Local authorities, such as the Ayuntamientos in mountainous regions (e.g., Pyrenees, Sierra Nevada), may impose additional restrictions during winter months, but these do not legalize studded tires. Vehicles registered in neighboring countries must comply with Spanish law when operating on Spanish roads.