Maria Jose is a locally-born professional office specialist with bilingual secretarial studies who has been working in an array of companies in the town of San Roque and Sotogrande, joining the BM Team in 2015.
Summer is here, temperatures are rising, and flip-flops become our favourite footwear. ☀️🏖️ But can you drive wearing them?
The answer is yes, there is no specific ban on driving in flip-flops, but your footwear must allow you to maintain control of the vehicle at all times.
The regulations do not specifically mention flip-flops, but they require that:
Therefore, if an officer considers that your flip-flops make it difficult to operate the pedals or affect your control of the vehicle, you may be fined.
Yes. Although there is no specific fine for "driving in flip-flops", an officer may consider that the footwear prevents you from driving safely.
The fine can be up to €200, depending on the offence and how the circumstances are assessed.
Ideally, wear footwear that:
✅ Fits securely around your foot.
✅ Provides good grip.
✅ Is flexible and lightweight.
✅ Is not excessively wide.
✅ Allows you to operate the pedals easily.
🩴 Tip: If you're going to the beach, it's best to drive wearing suitable footwear and put your flip-flops on when you arrive. That way, you can enjoy the summer without compromising safety. 🌞🚘
In short: flip-flops are not specifically prohibited, but if they make driving more difficult, they may result in a fine. What matters is not so much the type of footwear, but whether you can drive safely and maintain control of the vehicle at all times.
