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Benidorm Launches Free Electric Vehicle Charging Week to Boost Sustainable Transport

 

Benidorm / 10 April 2026

 

The coastal city of Benidorm has announced a week-long initiative offering free electric vehicle (EV) charging across three major public car parks, as part of its broader strategy to promote sustainable urban mobility and reduce emissions.

 

The scheme will run from 11 May to 17 May 2026, providing drivers with complimentary access to 15 semi-fast charging points (up to 22 kW) located at:

• Tomás Ortuño car park
• Rincón de Loix car park
• Mercado Municipal car park

 

 

Driving the Transition to Cleaner Transport

The initiative is a joint effort between Benidorm City Council and Telpark, the operator of the city’s public parking facilities under the Futura 2000 Plan.

 

Local officials say the campaign is designed to encourage wider adoption of electric vehicles while making better use of existing infrastructure.

 

Francis Muñoz, Benidorm’s Councillor for Mobility, said:

“This measure aims to facilitate access to the urban charging network and encourage more drivers to integrate public charging into their daily routines.”

 

He added that the initiative forms part of a wider municipal commitment to:

• Lower urban emissions
• Improve air quality
• Support the transition to cleaner energy
• How the Free Charging Scheme Works
• Drivers wishing to take advantage of the promotion must use the Telpark app, which enables:
• Real-time location of available charging points
• Digital activation and monitoring of charging sessions
• Seamless management of the entire process

 

The system is designed to make EV charging more accessible, particularly for visitors and residents navigating the city’s busy urban environment.

 

Growing EV Infrastructure in Benidorm

The initiative highlights Benidorm’s expanding investment in sustainable mobility infrastructure. Currently, Telpark:

• Manages over 655 parking spaces across the three participating car parks
• Operates a network of more than 1,500 EV charging points globally
• Serves over 6.2 million users via its mobile platform

 

City officials believe that short-term incentives such as free charging can help build long-term behavioural change among drivers.

 

Part of a Wider Sustainability Strategy

The free charging week is one of several measures aimed at positioning Benidorm as a forward-looking, environmentally responsible tourist destination.

 

Authorities say initiatives like this are essential to:

• Encourage uptake of low-emission vehicles
• Reduce the city’s carbon footprint
• Align with broader European sustainability goals

 

Muñoz noted:

“Actions like this contribute to building a more efficient, modern city that is fully committed to the energy transition.”

 

Supporting Tourism and Local Mobility

With Benidorm welcoming millions of visitors each year, the scheme is also expected to benefit tourists travelling with electric vehicles, allowing them to charge conveniently while exploring the city.

 

By combining infrastructure, technology, and incentives, the city aims to position itself as a leader in smart and sustainable urban mobility within Spain and across Europe.