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That little windscreen sticker could stop you driving into Spanish cities – here’s what the V-25 really means

That little windscreen sticker could stop you driving into Spanish cities – here’s what the V-25 really means

DGT V-25 Environmental Badge determines which cars are allowed to enter Spain’s Low-Emission Zones. Credit : Azulblue, Shutterstock It’s small, round and easy to ignore – but in many Spanish cities, that coloured sticker on your windscreen can decide whether you drive straight in or get turned away. The V-25 environment badge, issued by Spain’s traffic authority.DGTThe Low Emission Zones …

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This valley in Cordoba is home to Spain’s best-kept culinary secret, hidden in the history and flavour of this valley

Spain’s best kept culinary secret is hidden among history and flavour in this valley in Cordoba

THE Valle de las Pedroches is famous for some of the finest pork in Europe. Finding a restaurant that is truly outstanding can be difficult. COVAP is the local association in Pozoblanco. Jamon Ibérico Karen Bistro, however, is an exception. Unexpected gem Pozoblanco might not be the most beautiful of towns, but its bistro is situated in a charming and …

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Costa del Sol Taxi driver punches drunk Irish passengers who he threw from the cab for burping

Two people jailed in Spain for busting sanctions by exporting equipment to Russia

A FUENGIROLA cabbie has been arrested for punching a 65 year old Irish passenger after he threw him out of the cab. The incident occurred on Monday, 23 February. The driver, who was 51, picked up two Irish customers, both of whom were intoxicated, according to reports. READ MORE POLICIA NACIONAL CABBIE ARREST One of the passengers started burping and …

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