Peak Traffic Periods During Holiday Season's Conclusion
The Directorate-General of Traffic (DGT) in Spain has announced an operation called "Operation Return" to manage traffic during the last weekend of August. This special traffic operation will be in effect from Friday, August 29, afternoon to midnight on Sunday, August 31.
Eight Traffic Management Centres are deployed for the operation, with the Traffic Division of the Guardia Civil and maintenance crews and emergency services also part of the operation. Helicopters, drones, surveillance cameras, and fixed and mobile speed cameras are being used for surveillance and traffic control. Undercover vehicles, including vans and motorcycles, are being used to monitor mobile phone use, seatbelt compliance, and adherence to traffic rules.
On Friday, August 29, traffic is expected to intensify in the afternoon, with major congestion on roads leading out of cities and toward the coast for those with early September holidays. The most congested times are expected to be from 4pm to 10pm. By Saturday afternoon, the first wave of traffic returning to urban areas will begin, with some roads experiencing high volumes. On Saturday, August 30, there will be heavy traffic in the morning, especially between 9am and 1pm, caused mostly by short weekend trips and the start of September getaways.
On Sunday, August 31, morning traffic will be heavy around beach access routes, while the afternoon and evening hours will see a big increase in return traffic from coastal areas to cities. The heaviest traffic is expected to be from 4pm to 11pm. However, specific cities in Spain expected to have particularly high traffic congestion on Sunday, August 31, 2025, due to holiday return traffic in the late afternoon and evening, are not provided in the search results.
To manage the increased traffic, reversible and additional lanes will be implemented using signage, barriers, and cones during peak hours. Drivers are advised to plan their journeys, avoid peak hours, and stay updated on traffic conditions. Alternative routes will also be provided to divert traffic.
In conclusion, "Operation Return" aims to ensure a smooth flow of traffic during the busy weekend of August 29 to August 31 in Spain. By following the advice and staying updated on traffic conditions, drivers can help to reduce congestion and ensure a safe and enjoyable journey.
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