Every European country has horrific bureaucracy, Germany being up there. German drivers are also insane and love to speed through red lights, even when primary school kids are crossing a green light, there’s dog poo down our street and also many still smoke. I would say you described a European mainland trend vs only Portugal. You have an amazing city in Lisbon and beautiful beaches and friendly people as a bonus! I love Portugal. I love living in Germany as well, but it does also come with its downsides like every country.