France andSpain: the 2 countries are very close, border on each other (separated only by the Pyrenees) and have no time difference. However, both French and Spanish people benefit from 2 relatively different cultures. If you want to settle in Spain, or simply visit the country, it's important to be familiar with this significant culture. Your N1Immo agency tells you more:
A different pace of life
"Spain is a country where you get up late and take naps in the middle of the working day", "We dine at midnight with our Iberian neighbors". Preconceived ideas and shortcuts abound when it comes to presenting the Spanish. Without going into these unjustified explanations, we can't deny the fact that French and Spanish have 2 relatively different cultures. The pace of life is a case in point. At work, Iberians generally start later (around 10 a.m.) and eat later (not before 2 p.m.)! Siestas are widespread, especially in hot summer regions, where ambient temperatures (between midday and 4pm) make it impossible to work in acceptable conditions. As a result, work resumes later and days end later than in France. Last but not least, dinner is not served before 10 p.m.!
As you've probably gathered by now, life in Spain is very different from what it is in France!
The importance of Spain's regions
Unlike France, where regionalist demands focus almost exclusively on Corsica and Brittany,Spain boasts many regions with very strong cultures: Andalusia, the Basque Country, Galicia and Catalonia. Each of these regions has its own language, accent and cultural specificities. A large majority of the inhabitants are very proud of this. This may seem a little disconcerting to a Frenchman, for whom the importance of the regions in his country is not so exacerbated, and where French is spoken and used by the overwhelming majority of the population.
A highly accessible real estate market
At N1Immo, we're fully aware that the property market in Spain is very accessible (attractive prices, idyllic living environment...) and this attracts many French people wishing to discover the region. Our network of real estate agencies, based on the Costa Bravaenables you to find the house or apartment of your dreams in many of the region's towns: Rosas, Empuriabrava, Santa Margarita...
With our ADVICE and our expertise (we manage your entire real estate project), we're the partner you need. You'll feel right at home in your new property on the Costa Brava and in this charming region.