| Countries | France, Spain and Andorra |
|---|---|
| Currency | Euro (€) in all three, including Andorra |
| Languages | French, Spanish, Catalan (official in Andorra), plus Basque, Occitan/Aranese and Aragonese locally; English is spoken in most tourist businesses |
| Time zone | CET (UTC+1), CEST (UTC+2) in summer, the same on both sides |
| Electricity | 230 V, 50 Hz, type C/E/F plugs |
| Driving | On the right |
| Emergency | 112 in all three countries (France also 15 medical, 17 police, 18 fire) |
| Tipping | Service is included; rounding up or leaving a few euros for good service is appreciated |
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Mountain safety
Check the mountain weather forecast and avalanche bulletins in winter, start hikes early in summer to avoid storms, carry water, layers and a map, and never cross snowfields without the right equipment. Tap water is safe to drink; don't drink untreated stream water near grazing animals.
Etiquette
Say "bonjour" or "hola" when entering shops. In Spain, expect late meal times. Close gates behind you on pastures, and keep dogs under control near flocks and guard dogs.
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