Although Dr. Hans-Eric Usher came to live in Sant Antoni de Calonge relatively recently, he has known the Costa Brava well for a long time!
Where are you originally from?
I was born in England, but my nationality is German. I grew up all over the world. The place I miss most is Switzerland.
How long have you been living on La Costa Brava?
Three years now, but we have had a place in Spain for over 22 years.
Why did you leave your country?
I am a citizen of the world!
What made you move specifically to Sant Antoni de Calonge?
The house we found there
What do you do / work at?
I am a doctor
What do you like most about living on the Costa Brava?
The coastline and the sea.
Favourite way to spend a day off?
What’s a day off??
Do you have one particular favourite place?
Anywhere with trees, walking with the dogs.
What’s your favourite food here?
Corvina. (That’s a fish, in case you were wondering!)
What do you like most about Catalan culture?
The fact that they stopped bullfighting!
Are your friends here mostly Catalan or foreign?
Foreign, but we have amazing Catalan neighbours too.
How often do you travel home, or is this your home now?
We still have a place in Germany
Do you think you’ll ever return to live in your country?
Never say never!
Costa Brava Medic – International doctor
Contact details
Address: Av. Catalunya 28, 17252 Sant Antoni de Calonge
Phone: (+34) 972660813
Languages: Dutch, German, French, English & Spanish
Website: costabravamedic.com
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