| The diversity is huge: long sandy beaches alternate with intimate coves tucked into a stunning mountainous shoreline; majestic mountains rise to 3000m; ski resorts abound. Unique natural environments like the Ebro Delta, the Aigues Tortes and the extinct volcanoes of the Garrotxa provide endless fascination for nature lovers.
There are many fine historical cities like Lérida, Gerona, Vic and Tarragona and countless medieval villages with ancient Spanish churches and Roman remains.
This marvellous backdrop combines with an unsurpassed lifestyle, artistic and creative excellence, renowned culinary expertise and a climate to suit all tastes. Infrastructure and communications are excellent throughout Catalonia.
The province of Gerona has the highest per capita income in Spain. When completed, the high-speed TGV line will link Gerona with Barcelona in only 20 minutes and Paris in just 4 1/2 hours. Gerona is one of few places on earth where both ski and sea are so near.
Recent development of Gerona's international airport with more scheduled flights makes the entire province highly attractive.
We have seen increased interest from euro-commuters who wish to relocate their families to Gerona while maintaining their business activity in their home country. This provides a higher quality of life and having a foot in two countries gives a huge cultural benefit to their children.
The Cerdanya – that magnificent valley stretching along the Spanish/French/Andorran border between Puigcerdà and La Seu d’Urgell – has been transformed over the last few years with the addition of more summer activities to complement winter sports.
The area is very much in demand and building regulations are strictly monitored.
The province of Tarragona, especially to the south of Tarragona city, offers great opportunities – both coastal and inland. The villages of L’Hospitalet de l’Infant, L’Ampolla, L’Ametlla de Mar and Alcanar are still largely undiscovered by foreigners.
Time seems to have virtually stood still inland and all along the Ebro river.
The noble city of Tortosa, with its Roman, Visigoth and Moorish roots is a treat not only for the eye but for those wishing to understand Catalonia’s rich heritage.
Property styles vary enormously from the ultra modern to the ancient. One can still find old stone farmhouses with extensive land as well as village properties to renovate. Outside the towns and villages, both inland and coastal areas offer a wide variety of residential communities with communal gardens, pools and tennis courts. There are many excellent golf courses with both private and serviced properties. And the ski resorts feature chalets and apartments of all sizes.
There are so many options it can be difficult to know where to start the search for your property in Catalonia. The Property Finders are property search specialists, experienced in quickly and efficiently finding property in different parts of Spain – whatever property you want, we can find it in Andalucia, Catalonia (including Barcelona), Mallorca and Madrid.
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