Why are there so many Germans on La Palma?

It was in the mid of the eighties of the last century when many german people, escaping from Chernobyl, settled down on La Palma. In these years tourism on the island was just starting. And one of the possibilities on La Palma was offering guided tours for the incipient tourists.



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The historian explains that, as early as the 19th century, the Canary Islands were fundamental to Germany's strategy of expansion into Africa. As such, they started to form part of a vital framework for commercial and military policy, with German sea traffic in the archipelago reaching its peak during the Third Reich.

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Germans Moving To Spain: Immigration Statistics Most of them reside mainly in the Balearic Islands, Cataluña (Barcelona), Canarias (Santa Cruz de Tenerife) and Comunitat Valenciana (Alicante).

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Why this country is so popular migration destination? Germany is well known for its comprehensive welfare system. The principle of the welfare system is enshrined in the law. In this way Germany commits to protect in addition to their freedom, the natural bases of life of its citizens.

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As a part of Spain, the Canaries are also part of the European Union. However, the islands enjoy some exceptions in the fiscal and economic area.

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Between 1420 and 1479 a Portuguese force subdued Gomera. In 1479 the Treaty of Alcáçovas recognized Spanish sovereignty over the Canaries, and the conquest of the remaining islands was completed in 1496.

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La Palma is usually slightly cooler than the others. From December to April, the temperature is between 16ºC and 21ºC. In summer, between July and September, the minimum is 22ºC and the maximum is 26ºC.

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Language is a part of majorcan culture. The island has two official languages, Castilian (Spanish) and Catalan, while locals prefer to speak their Mallorquin dialect. However, the island's staff, including maids, speak several foreign languages. English, German and French are particularly common.

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