Spanish countryside

Olive oil is an essential part of Spanish cuisine and culture. Spain is the world's leading producer of olive oil, accounting for around one-third of global production, and the country has a long history of olive cultivation and oil production, dating back to ancient times.

The Camino de Santiago de Compostela, or the Way of St. James, is one of the most renowned pilgrimage routes in the world. It leads to the revered shrine of the apostle St. James in Santiago de Compostela, Spain.

Barcelona is renowned for its stunning architecture and vibrant cosmopolitan atmosphere, but the areas surrounding the Catalan capital have plenty to offer as well. The province of Barcelona is home to numerous natural spaces, perfect for exploring without venturing too far from the city.

Nature enhances our quality of life – fresh air, green landscapes and tranquillity all play a part. Many people feel the urge to relocate to more natural surroundings, away from the hustle and bustle of big cities and the stresses of urban life. This article explores five destinations where you can find properties in beautiful, nature-rich settings. For their affordability or unique charm, places like Ribadesella, Potes, Broto and Soria stand out as ideal retreats.

Menorca's farmhouses are a traditional type of housing on the Balearic island.

The region of Navarra is renowned for its lush, mountainous landscapes, particularly in the northern areas.

The Andalusian Government has approved a set of tax incentives aimed at combating depopulation in villages.

In the vast and varied landscape of Spain, filled with bustling cities and charming towns, there is one tiny corner that stands out for its distinctive character.Nestled in the province of Toledo, this village holds the title of Spain’s smallest village by population.

The Ebro Delta, in the south of Catalonia, is the largest wetland in the autonomous community and a unique destination known for its rich biodiversity and landscapes.  With several unique species and interesting flora and fauna, it is an unmissable destination that will help you get to know th

Galicia, with its lush landscapes and mild summer temperatures, is the perfect setting for a getaway.

Spain's villages and rural areas have been suffering depopulation for decades, threatening to leave their streets and houses deserted and empty. This is why this problem has been aptly named: "Empty Spain". Around 40% of villages are at risk of depopulation.

The Alfa Inmobiliaria network assures that in the last two years the number of people interested in purchasing a home outside of large cities has doubled, caused by factors such as the difficulty of accessing property and the greater facilities for working remotely.

Located in the heart of northern Spain, the Picos de Europa National Park is the ideal opportunity to disconnect from everyday life. Lovers of nature and outdoor activities will find in this gem the perfect option to spend a few days with their family, as a couple, or even alone.

If you've ever dreamed of taking the plunge, leaving the big city, buying an old village house and renovating it, now is your time (as long as you live in Catalonia). The Generalitat has just launched a grant for renovating homes located in small villages. Its aim is to encourage residents or families who want to move in permanently to live in the area by renovating old, often vacant or dilapidated buildings. Grants can be up to €40,000.

Four years have passed since Covid fully hit our lives and began a long period of lockdowns and limited mobility, which awakened a desire in many Spaniards to leave the city behind and move to live in the countryside. This phenomenon reached its peak in the spring of 2021, when 5.8% of all contact with advertisers on idealista was for properties in towns with less than 5,000 inhabitants.

This article recommends 5 things you should keep in mind when renovating a farmhouse. Fundamentally, look at the property's condition and rescue all the original elements you can. First of all, it's important not to throw anything away, as the best thing about farmhouses is their rustic essence, and you'll find somewhere to put the elements.

Embark on a journey to the heart of Spain's pastoral landscapes and uncover the top rural destinations that promise an authentic and enriching experience.

I feel compelled to preface this article by stressing that buying rural property in Spain has associated higher legal risks as opposed to buying urban property; specifically when it comes to buying a dwelling.

Portugal and Spain are gaining ground at the Iberian summit, which kicked off on Tuesday, 14 March 2023 in Lanzarote, in the Canary Islands, on a joint project to "revitalise and recover" border towns, according to the Portuguese Minister for Territorial Cohesion, Ana Abrunhosa. "The idea is to rev

Getting the whole family together is always a source of joy, but in order to do this, you must have optimal space and even more so when it comes to a large family. And what better place to get the family together than in Spain.

The Lord of the Rings is widely regarded as one of the greatest works of fantasy literature ever written.

If you are looking for a flat for sale in Spain and are open-minded, let us propose an alternative. How about buying yourself an entire Spanish village? A village in the Spanish region of Galicia has just been put up for sale and costs less than a flat in Madrid or Barcelona.

We've reached the end of what will be one of the most talked about real estate operations of the year 2022 in Spain and abroad. The abandoned Spanish village of Salto de Castro in Zamora that went on sale for 260,000 euros, as reported by idealista/news, already has an owner.

Who hasn't dreamt of escaping from the city, moving to the mountains and starting from scratch? Buying a house, having a garden and enough space to do whatever you want are just some of the many possibilities.

Siurana, a village in Tarragona, has decided to refuse its invitation to enter the list of the most beautiful villages in Spain for fear of suffering from tourist overcrowding. The village has a population of just 30 inhabitants, 5 restaurants and 2 hotels.