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Benidorm launches an information campaign to address the regulations that prevent personal mobility vehicles from delivering goods.

The Local Police maintain daily controls to verify that electric scooter users have liability insurance and comply with the speed limit and helmet use.

The Benidorm City Council's Mobility and Citizen Safety Departments, through the Local Police, will launch an information campaign to highlight the regulations that prohibit ordinary personal mobility vehicles (PMVs), such as electric scooters, from delivering goods. This was stated today by the Councilor for Mobility, Francis Muñoz, who noted that "in general terms, both national regulations and the municipal Mobility ordinance prohibit the transport of goods in vehicles not specifically designed for this purpose."

Muñoz explained that "it was deemed essential to launch this information campaign, since, despite the regulations, it has been detected that personal mobility vehicles are being used to transport goods in our city without permission, and this is increasingly the case."

Thus, "over the next few weeks, electric scooter users will be informed that, as a general rule, they cannot transport goods, except for vehicles specifically designed for this purpose, which do not include the most commonly used scooters." Once the information phase is over, "those who fail to comply with the regulations and persist in delivering goods using unauthorized vehicles will be fined." For these cases, the municipal ordinance establishes fines of 100 euros.

"Our priority is road safety," the councilor emphasised, adding that "this information campaign will be carried out in parallel with the daily checks carried out by the Local Police to ensure that personal mobility vehicles comply with municipal ordinances and traffic regulations."

According to data provided by the Local Police, "approximately 20 vehicles" are inspected daily during these checkpoints, in addition to "those intercepted outside the checkpoints committing violations." During these inspections, officers focus on "various aspects related to road safety." Specifically, they review the vehicle's approval status to ensure that its manufacturing specifications have not been modified; compulsory civil liability insurance is required for driving; the use of helmets and a reflective vest between sunset and sunrise, as well as the scooter's maximum speed, are monitored; and they are also monitored to ensure that they do not circulate in pedestrian areas.

The Local Police have reminded everyone that "the fines offenders face range from 80 to 500 euros and may also result in the immobilisation of the vehicle."

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Regional overview: steady pre-summer momentum

Across the Costa Blanca, including Benidorm, Altea, L’Alfàs del Pi (Albir), La Nucía and Finestrat, the region is entering a strong early-season phase with increasing visitor numbers, expanding nightlife, and a growing calendar of small cultural and leisure events ahead of the main summer period.

Markets, live music, coastal tourism and community events continue to dominate activity this week, alongside ongoing infrastructure improvements such as new sustainability and mobility projects.

BENIDORM – Markets, nightlife and tourism growth

Weekly street markets in Benidorm remain a key attraction, including Wednesday and Sunday general markets offering food, clothing and local goods.

The Old Town continues to host craft stalls and informal street entertainment, while evening activity is increasing as the summer season approaches.

Live music is now a nightly feature across main entertainment zones, with tribute acts, DJs and bar performances contributing to strong visitor activity.

Tourism officials also note continued preparation for upcoming seasonal events, including the build-up toward traditional spring and early summer festivals.

ALTEA – Culture and coastal leisure

Altea continues to focus on cultural tourism and relaxation, with art galleries, artisan shops and small exhibitions operating throughout the Old Town.

Live acoustic performances and low-key entertainment are taking place across seafront bars, while boat excursions from Altea harbour are operating regular coastal and sunset sailing routes depending on weather conditions.

ALBIR / L’ALFÀS DEL PI – Community events and live music

L'Alfàs del Pi and the Albir area maintain a steady mix of expat and local activity.

Weekly Friday markets remain popular, while Irish pubs and live music venues continue to host regular bands and acoustic performances.

The Casa de Cultura is also hosting community exhibitions, theatre and social events throughout the week.

LA NUCÍA – Sports and weekend activity

La Nucia continues to centre around sports tourism, with its major sports complex hosting training camps and competitive events.

The Sunday rastro flea market remains a key attraction, drawing visitors from across the region.

FINESTRAT – Coastal leisure and markets

Finestrat is experiencing growing beachfront activity as beach bars and restaurants reopen for the warmer season.

Markets in La Cala continue on Tuesdays and Saturdays, offering local produce and artisan goods, while sunset dining and relaxed evening entertainment are becoming more frequent.

VILLAJOYOSA – Culture, coastline and local life

Villajoyosa is experiencing steady early-season activity, supported by its historic old town, colourful seafront and growing cultural tourism offer.

Local markets and small artisan trading continue throughout the week, while the seafront promenade is seeing increased footfall as warmer weather returns.

The town also maintains its reputation for traditional fishing heritage, chocolate production history, and quiet beach tourism, offering a more relaxed contrast to nearby resort centres.

INFRASTRUCTURE UPDATE – Benidorm EV expansion

Alongside tourism growth, Benidorm is also continuing its sustainability rollout, including new electric vehicle charging infrastructure in the Levante area as part of its broader mobility and climate strategy.

The project forms part of EU-backed funding aimed at supporting low-emission transport across major Mediterranean destinations.

REGIONAL SUMMARY

Benidorm: busiest hub with nightlife, markets and entertainment growth
Altea: cultural, scenic and relaxed
Albir / L’Alfàs del Pi: balanced social and live music scene
La Nucía: sports-led and residential
Finestrat: beach-focused and seasonal lifestyle
Villajoyosa: coastal heritage, relaxed tourism and local culture

The Costa Blanca continues its gradual transition into peak tourist season, with activity levels rising steadily across all major towns.

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