Are you going on vacation to Spain for the first time with your electric car? In this blog we give you all the ins and outs for charging on the road so you can drive to your vacation destination without worries and in comfort. The distance to the Costa Blanca North is about 1950 km (from Utrecht to Javea). This is perfectly doable with an electric car. If you want to start your journey with your electric car well prepared, read on.
Prepare for your trip to Spain with an electric car
Make sure your car is fully charged before you leave. It is also wise to bring a charging cable and adapter in case a charging station does not have the right connection. Although the ANWB charging card works with major networks such as Ibil, Endesa and Ionity, it is advisable to also bring a charging card from Electromaps. This charging pass provides access to an extensive network of charging stations in Spain and France. Tesla offers an extensive network of Superchargers in France and Spain, which are ideal for long-distance travel. These charging stations offer fast charging options.
Convenient route to the Costa Blanca with many charging points for your electric car
Take the route through Belgium and Luxembourg toward France. In France, there are many charging stations along the highways. Popular routes are through Paris or through Luxembourg and then through France toward Lyon and further south. Once in Spain, you can continue along the Spanish coast towards the Costa Blanca. You will find many charging stations in urban areas and along the main highways.
Useful apps for finding charging points in France and Spain
Before leaving for Spain with your electric car, it is important to plan a good route with plenty of charging points along the way. There are many useful apps and websites that can help with finding charging points along the way. The most commonly used are Chargemap, Plugshare and Electromaps.
How to reserve a charging station in France and Spain?
In France and in Spain there are many charging stations for your electric car. Along the highway at gas stations, as well as near tourist destinations, there are charging stations, which you can even reserve in advance. Make sure you use a charging network or app that supports reservations such as Chargemap and PlugSurfing. Create an account on the chosen charging network’s website or app. This can often be done directly through their mobile app. Use the map feature in the app to find available charging stations. You can set filters to see only stations that support reservations.
Reserve the charging station: select the charging station you want to use, choose the date and time you want to reserve the charging station, follow the instructions to confirm the reservation. This may involve making a payment or paying a deposit, depending on the charging network. After confirming the reservation, you will usually receive a confirmation email or a notification in the app with the details of your reservation. Make sure you arrive at the charging station on time. Follow the instructions in the app or at the charging station to activate the charging station and charge your car.
Electric car charging on the Costa Blanca North?
Are you staying in Moraira and want to charge your electric car? This can be done, for example, in the port of Moraira. The charging stations can be found in the parking lot at Club Nautico in the harbor. The address is 2, Calle Mar Japón in Moraira. You can also use your electric car at most supermarkets. Such as the Mas y Mas on the road from Moraira to Calpe and the Mercadona and Aldi in Moraira (towards Benitachell). Charging in Benissa and Jávea can be done at many supermarkets and gas stations. A convenient option in Benissa is near Cala la Fustera on Carrer del Navegant Josep Ribes, 14, Benissa. In Javea, charging station Iberdrola is located at Cam. Cabanes, 25, 03730 Xàbia central. Also for properties in Benitachell.
Benitachell has fewer charging stations than larger towns, but there is one at the beginning of Cumbre del Sol at the entrance from Benitachell. Fortunately, for example, the supermarket Mercadona with charging station is also not far from Benitachell.
In Denia, Calpe and Altea there are many different charging stations scattered throughout the towns. You can find charging stations at supermarkets, hotels and along major roads.
Overnight with an electric car
Perhaps obvious, but it can be forgotten. Choose an overnight address in France or northern Spain that has a charging station. That way your electric car will be charged after your overnight stay.
