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The north of Spain has a well developed system of ''autopistas'' and hitching is pretty similar to France or Germany. These highways have three lanes in both directions, ''peajes'' (tollgates) and huge rest stops directly at the road. However, waiting at the peajes, isn't allowed and you’ll be sent away by the police. So when hitching between France - Murcia or Barcelona – Zaragoza – Madrid for example it is a good idea to stick to the rest stop and ask the drivers there. Bring water and food, since these ''áreas de servicio'' are really(!) expensive.

However in the more southern regions, the highways are smaller and the gas stations usually a bit off the road. But don’t worry and be patient, like anywhere in the world somebody will pull over for you.