Don’t take risks with your car: this is how to choose a safe and legal parking at Barcelona Airport

In recent days, the peace of mind of many travellers using parking services operating at Barcelona - El Prat Airport has been shaken. The Mossos d’Esquadra carried out an operation against companies offering parking and valet services illegally, uncovering practices that jeopardized both vehicles and customer trust.

This incident has sparked debate about transparency, safety, and the guarantees that companies in the sector must provide. In an environment where there are many options and prices can vary considerably, doing your research before booking becomes essential. Not all companies meet the necessary quality and safety standards, and choosing options that seem too cheap may mean sacrificing important guarantees. Selecting a good parking service is key to peace of mind, which is why in this article we explain the signs that distinguish a safe and reliable service like aparca&go from one that is not.

The importance of doing research and avoiding misleading prices

The police operation at Barcelona - El Prat Airport shows that researching before booking a parking service is crucial to avoid unpleasant surprises. Prices that seem excessively low may look attractive, but in many cases they hide legal violations, lack of proper insurance, and absence of vehicle security measures.

This situation revealed four main problems that directly affected users:

• Total loss of control over the vehicle. Many customers hand over their keys without knowing where their car will actually be parked or under what safety conditions.
• Lack of transparency and communication. These companies often lack websites or official channels, managing everything through unclear platforms that are hard to contact.
• Inadequate facilities and untrained staff. Not all cars are parked in monitored lots, and in many cases drivers lack proper training.
• Unreliable comparison platforms. The situation also showed how some comparison platforms sell parking spots without verifying operators’ legality, allowing illegal businesses to reach customers.

With aparca&go, your peace of mind is guaranteed

With aparca&go, you can relax. With more than 15 years of experience, we are synonymous with legality, trust, and convenience. We strictly comply with current regulations and offer all the guarantees you need to travel with peace of mind.

• Full booking traceability. At all times while your car is with us, you’ll have access to clear information showing where your car is and what services are being performed, if you booked any.
• Own app and website. Manage every detail of your services through our online platforms.
• Monitored parking, 24/7. We have our own facilities with space for 2,000 vehicles, clearly marked and monitored around the clock. We guarantee your car’s safety throughout its stay.
• Security cameras. Our lots are equipped with 24/7 cameras placed strategically so that in case of an incident, we can review the recordings.
• Staff in official uniforms. Our team is always identifiable with the official aparca&go uniform and carries company ID. If in doubt, ask to see it.
• Fenced facilities. Our lots are fully fenced to prevent unauthorized access.
• Liability insurance. We are the only parking company that not only provides surveillance but also liability insurance covering any damage to your vehicle while in our facilities.
• Entry and exit checkpoints. Staff are present 24/7 to control access and prevent unauthorized or suspicious entry.
• Luggage security. Only aparca&go staff have access to your luggage.
• Customer service phone line. A dedicated phone number is available for urgent assistance.
• Lost and found. If you forget something in one of our transfer vans, don’t worry—we check them after every trip and keep lost items safe until you collect them.
• Vehicle check-in recording (Premium). When you hand over your car at the terminal, our driver records a video of it so you can be sure it will be returned exactly as you left it.
• Shuttle service. We’ll take you to the departure area and pick you up upon return with our minibuses—easy, comfortable, and fast, so you’re always on time.
• Safe, visible facilities. You can personally visit and see our lots if you wish.
• Parking near major stations and airports. Our parkings are located just five minutes from the airports and stations of Madrid and Barcelona. Your car will be parked in a safe, visible, and busy area, unlike pirate parking operators that leave cars in empty lots or on unsafe streets where theft and vandalism are more likely.

The recent controversy has affected the sector, but it has also highlighted the value of companies like aparca&go that work professionally and legally.

We know that travelling begins with the peace of mind of knowing your vehicle is in good hands. That’s why we offer a service that combines legality, safety, and comfort from the very first moment.

On your next trip, you know it! Count on aparca&go. The comfort of your vehicle and your peace of mind are priceless.