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Destinations > Portugal

Destinations in Portugal

A vacation in Portugal offers a perfect mix of nature, culture, history and relaxation. Whether you want to enjoy the beaches, explore historic cities or sample the local cuisine, the various destinations in Portugal have something for everyone.

The Republic of Portugal is a country in the west of the Iberian Peninsula. As the westernmost point of continental Europe, the country is bordered by Spain and the Atlantic Ocean. The Portuguese territory includes the islands of the Azores and Madeira.

Portugal offers an impressive variety of landscapes, from the breathtaking beaches of the Algarve to the lush, green hills of the Douro Valley. The islands of Madeira and the Azores are known for their spectacular waterfalls, primeval forests and hot springs that delight nature lovers.

Portugal

The Algarve is famous for having some of the most beautiful and cleanest beaches in Europe. With its golden sandy beaches and dramatic cliffs, it attracts millions of tourists every year. This region offers not only sunbathing, but also numerous water sports opportunities.

Portugal is rich in history and culture, which can be seen in the country’s many historical buildings and monuments. Cities such as Lisbon and Porto offer a mix of traditional and modern architecture, while the Douro Valley is known for its famous port wine.

Portuguese cuisine is another highlight of a vacation in Portugal. From fresh seafood to hearty stews and the famous pastel de nata, there is something for everyone. Enjoying local wine, especially from the Douro Valley, rounds off the culinary experience.

Explore the destinations of Portugal

The destinations in Portugal are wonderfully diverse. In addition to interesting large cities you can find beautiful almost untouched regions.

Algarve
Algarve

Die südlichste Region von Portugal ist die Urlaubsregion Algarve. Die Algarve bietet ein mediterranes Klima mit über 300 Sonnentagen im Jahr.

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Lisbon
Lisbon

Lisbon is the capital of Portugal, a large colorful metropolis with a multicultural society. A city trip to Lisbon combines culture, history, cuisine and relaxation in a charming and lively atmosphere. Whether you stroll through the old town streets, enjoy the view or sample the local cuisine, Lisbon leaves a lasting impression.

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Städtereise nach Porto
Citytrip to Porto

Porto is the second largest city in Portugal after Lisbon and attracts its visitors with narrow old town streets, parks, impressive buildings and, of course, port wine.

Citytrip to Porto   →
Região do Norte
Região do Norte - North of Portugal

Portugal is divided into different regions. The Northern Region or Região do Norte is located in the north of the country and is the most populous region of the country.

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Região Centro
Central Region - Região Centro

Located in the center of Portugal, the Região Centro is the heart of the country and offers interesting destinations for every holidaymaker. It comprises eight sub-regions and forms the transition from the green north to the cultural center of Lisbon.

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Sintra
Sintra

Sintra is only around 25 kilometers from Lisbon. The cultural landscape of Sintra is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The excursion destinations in Sintra are highly recommended for a day trip from Lisbon.

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Travel information

Getting There

Arrival

By car
If you travel to Portugal by car, you have to pass through Spain first.
Attention: There is a toll system in Portugal!

By plane
There are numerous scheduled flights to the major airports in Porto, Lisbon. Many charter flights land in Faro for vacationers in the Algarve region.
The Azores and Madeira, which belong to Portugal, have their own airports.

By train
There are only a few connecting routes to Spain. From the east there is a line from Madrid and Salamanca to Coimbra. From Galicia there is one train in the morning and one in the evening from Vigo to Porto.

By ship
You can reach Portugal directly with several shipping companies, for example from Genoa, Tenerife or from the USA.

Entry, Visa

Entry and visa regulations

Portugal, as a member of the European Union and the Schengen area, has different entry requirements for EU citizens and non-EU citizens. This guide provides a detailed overview of the current requirements for both groups.

Entry requirements for EU citizens

Required travel documents
EU citizens enjoy the privilege of free movement within the European Union. All they need to enter Portugal is

  • A valid identity card or
  • A valid passport

It is important to note that the identity document must be valid for the entire duration of your stay in Portugal.

Duration of stay
EU citizens can stay in Portugal for up to 90 days without additional permits. During this time, they can live and work in Portugal without any restrictions.

Visa requirements
EU citizens do not require a visa for short stays in Portugal. This applies to both tourism and business purposes.

Entry requirements for non-EU citizens

Entry requirements for non-EU citizens are more complex and depend on various factors, including the nationality of the traveler and the planned length of stay.

Required travel documents
Non-EU citizens require the following to enter Portugal

  • A valid passport that is valid for at least three months beyond the planned date of departure

Visa requirements
Visa requirements for non-EU citizens vary depending on the length of stay and the purpose of the trip:

  1. Short stays (up to 90 days):
    Many non-EU citizens require a Schengen visa for stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period. This visa allows travel within the entire Schengen area and is intended for tourist, business or family visits.
  1. Long-term stays (over 90 days)
    For stays longer than 90 days, a national visa (D visa) is required. This visa is issued for purposes such as study, work or family reunification and allows you to apply for a residence permit in Portugal.

Documents required for the visa application
The following documents must be presented to apply for a Schengen visa:

  • Valid passport
  • Proof of sufficient financial means for the stay
  • Proof of accommodation in Portugal
  • Travel or health insurance for the entire period of stay
  • Proof of the purpose of the stay (e.g. letter of invitation, employment contract or confirmation of study place)
On the way in...

On the way in...

By car
The major cities can be easily reached by freeways and trunk roads. The highways are mostly toll roads.
Smaller secondary roads are often in poorer condition.

In Portugal, the following traffic rules apply, among others:

  • Freeway: 120 km/h (caravans 100 km/h).
  • Country road: 90 km/h
  • City: 50 km/h
  • Driving license newcomers (< 1 year) are allowed to drive maximum 90 km/h on the highway

By train
There are two providers requiring reservations in domestic long-distance transport: Alfa Pendular and Intercidades.

Toll

Toll

The system is difficult and complicated.
There are several ways to pay the toll. It depends on the route used.

For example, the Algarve motorway between Lagos and Castro Marim – marked “electronic toll only” – here you have to pre-book and pay for the toll control online with number plate registration.

You can also rent electronic devices that can be recharged with money for a certain period of time at border posts or rest stops. However, these devices can only be returned at the rental location.

There are also payment options in cash or with credit cards.

Best time to travel

Best time to visit

Spring (March to May)
In spring, the average temperatures are between 15°C and 20°C. The weather is particularly pleasant in Lisbon and the Algarve, where it is mild and sunny. There is less chance of rain than in winter, but there can still be some rainy days, especially in the north.

Summer (June to August)
The summer months are warm to hot, with average temperatures around 25°C to 30°C, especially in the Algarve and inland. The coastal regions are somewhat cooler due to the Atlantic Ocean. Summer is the driest season in Portugal, with very few rainy days.

Autumn (September to November)
In the fall, temperatures drop to a pleasant 20°C to 25°C. Autumn starts dry, but the chance of rain increases in November, especially in the Lisbon region, where there is an average of ten days of rain.

Winter (December to February)
Winters are mild, with average temperatures between 11°C and 15°C. It can get colder in the northern regions and there can even be snow in the mountains. Winter is the wettest season in Portugal, with more rainy days, especially in the north and center of the country.

Language

Language

The official language is Portuguese. In the holiday regions you can communicate very well with English.

Money

Money

Portugal is one of the countries where payment is made with the euro.

Tip

Tip

In Portugal, tipping in restaurants is 10-15% of the bill.

In taxis, the guest is not necessarily expected to round up the amount, but the small acknowledgement is welcome.

Hotel staff are also happy to accept a few coins, about one euro per night or per room order.

Plug

Power Plug

German travellers do not need a travel adapter for a holiday in Portugal. Type C and F plugs are used in the country.

All our experiences in Portugal

Parks in Porto - a break in the green

Discover the green side of Porto

The lively city of Porto is known for its impressive sights and charming alleyways. But off the beaten track, there are green oases just waiting to be discovered: the Parque das Virtudes and the Jardins do Palácio de Cristal are two of the most beautiful parks in Porto.

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Ponte Luís I

Porto’s most famous bridge: Ponte Luís I

One of the most famous bridges over the Douro connects Porto with Vila Nova de Gaia. However, the Ponte Luís I is not just a transport link, it is one of the most impressive sights in Porto.

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Porto São Bento station

The most beautiful train station in Porto: Porto São Bento station

We enter Porto São Bento station through a rather off-putting, dingy side entrance. This station is supposed to be the most beautiful in Porto? We are curious…

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Kirchen von Porto

The golden churches of Porto

The churches of Porto are something very special. Discover the golden churches of Porto, one that is a little better known and one that we would almost call an insider tip.

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Harry Potter in Porto: Altstadtgassen als Vorbild für die Winkelgasse

Harry Potter in Porto?

I can’t tell you how many times I’ve seen the Harry Potter films and how many times I’ve read the books in English and German. The stories are always exciting for me, so I was all the more excited to follow in Harry Potter’s footsteps in Porto.

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geschwungene rote Treppe in der Livraria Lelle

Livraria Lello – the most famous bookshop in Porto

There are places that are so hyped that you are not sure whether they are really worth seeing or just cleverly marketed. So we were very unsure whether we really wanted/should visit the Livraria Lello in Porto….

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Porto Clerigos-Turm

Fantastic view from the tower of the Igreja dos Clérigos

We stand on the street and look up to the top of the Clérigos Tower, one of the most beautiful viewpoints in Porto. Porto’s landmark is one of the sights that no one should miss.

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Portweinkeller in Porto

Drinking port wine in Porto

What would a stay in Porto be without port wine – not complete! Discover the best port wine cellars in Porto, taste a wide variety of port wines and enjoy the vibrant life of the city.

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Friedhof in Porto

Cemeteries in Porto: silent witnesses to history

The picturesque city of Porto, famous for its winding streets, historic buildings and unmistakable port wine. It also holds lesser-known treasures hidden deep within its soil: the cemeteries in Porto.

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Engel

Viewpoint from the roof of Porto Cathedral

Porto Cathedral sits high above the banks of the Douro. It is not only the city’s main church, but also offers visitors a wonderful view of the Douro.

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Palácio da Bolsa

A royal insight into Porto’s trading past – the Palácio da Bolsa

The impressive neoclassical façade of the Palácio da Bolsa is not just tempting me to visit this building. There is a long queue at the ticket office hoping to get a ticket for the guided tour. Unfortunately, the next English tour is only 3 hours later and so we decide to just go along at the next opportunity. The building is just as beautiful in Spanish!

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Aveiro

A day in Aveiro

“Venice of Portugal” – it just sounds like a place you shouldn’t miss. We took the train to Aveiro for a day trip in beautiful sunshine.

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Wanderung am Douro

Hike along the Douro to the sea

Our hike along the Douro begins below the Ponte D. Luis I directly on the banks of the river. The weather is just too nice for a city tour – we want to get to the sea!

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Portwein-Tour im Douro-Tal

Port wine tour in the Douro Valley

A stay in Porto without a port wine tour in the Douro Valley, the region where the inimitable port wine is produced, is unimaginable. Here, one producer follows the next, you stop off and enjoy.

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Boavista - Casa da Musica

4 places to visit in Boavista (Porto)

The upscale Boavista district in Porto is mainly known as a residential area. However, it is also home to some remarkable cultural sites such as the Casa da Música, which is housed in a modern and distinctive building.

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11 Restaurant tips for Porto

The food in Porto is wonderfully varied and you can find restaurants in every price range. It is always worthwhile to go to the side streets and take a look at the small restaurants.

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Coimbra

10 Sights in Coimbra

Welcome to Coimbra, the capital of Portugal … not the current capital, but the capital of the years 1139 to 1256. 48 hours in Coimbra were barely enough for us to discover the lively student city properly.

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Streetart Tour in Porto

We have discovered some beautiful street art images during our forays through Porto and have compiled them into a “Street Art Tour in Porto”. On this tour, there are not only colourful walls to see, but also creative installations and some of the works are even by well-known urban artists.

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Craft Beer in Porto, Musa Brewery

Porto can also do beer and not just port!

Porto is known for its wine. But is there also good beer there? We went in search of craft beer in Porto and discovered some great breweries.

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Espinho bei Porto

Walk on the beach in Espinho

A sunny and windy day was announced, just the right weather for a trip from Porto to Espinho. The small Portuguese town is located directly on the Porto-Aveiro railway line and is ideal for a relaxing break.

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Treppenhaus Portugiesisches Zentrum für Fotografie

Portuguese Center for Photography – free and worth seeing

In a large, already from the outside very impressive building in the center of Porto, is today the Portuguese Center for Photography. The visit is free of charge and was a little insider tip for us.

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7 Tipps bei Regen in Lissabon

7 tips for rainy days in Lisbon

Rain in Lisbon and no desire to sit in the hotel? No problem! There is so much to discover in Lisbon that there is enough variety even in bad weather.

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Casa Serralves

Parque de Serralves – Art and nature united

Parque de Serralves is located in the urban area of Porto. It is one of the first artistically designed gardens created in Portugal in the first half of the 20th century.

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Aussicht über den Tejo

5 most beautiful viewpoints in Lisbon

The viewpoints in Lisbon offer their visitors something very special – nowhere is the view the same and everywhere the impressions are simply unique.

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Straßenbahnmuseum in Porto

Tramway Museum in Porto – “Museu do Carro Eléctrico”

The Tramway Museum in Porto is one of the most beautiful tramway museums in the region. It is located directly on the banks of the Douro River in a historic power station.

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modern gestaltete Wandfliesen, 7 Tipps bei Regen in Lissabon

The best 8 museums in Lisbon

The variety of museums in Lisbon is impressively large. Museums in Lisbon are offered on a wide variety of themes, whether trams and carriages or history and culture – there is something for every taste.

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Cafés in Porto - Comfort Cake

4 great cafés in Porto

Walking through the streets of the city, the countless bakeries and cafés in Porto immediately catch the eye. Most of them are quite small shops with a few seats.

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Kloster in Lissabon

UNESCO World Heritage Site: Mosteiro dos Jerónimos

The Hieronymite Monastery or Mosteiro dos Jerónimos is located in Lisbon’s Belém district. It has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1983. You should not miss a visit to the site when you go on a city trip to Lisbon.

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Strandrestaurant

Matosinhos – a walk by the sea

The city of Matosinhos merges seamlessly into the city of Porto as you walk along the coast, there is no city boundary to be seen and no signs to indicate this.

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Padrão dos Descobrimentos

Padrão dos Descobrimentos – Viewpoint and Monument

One of the most impressive monuments in Lisbon is the Padrão dos Descobrimentos, right on the banks of the Tagus. What many visitors don’t know, however, is that it is also one of the most beautiful viewpoints in the city.

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Fischdosen

Canned Sardines – Visit to the Pinhais Canning Factory

If you are out and about in Porto, you will come across shops that only sell sardines in tins and even in the supermarkets there is a huge range of fish in tins. During our visit to the Pinhais cannery, we investigated the question – how does the fish get into the can?

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Castelo de São Jorge

Castelo de São Jorge – Viewpoint over Lisbon

The Castelo de São Jorge is located high above Lisbon and offers an excellent view over the city. You can visit the fortress and castle ruins daily.

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Porto.Card

Porto.Card – is the city’s official City Pass worth it?

In Porto, as in many other popular tourist cities, there is the possibility to make your vacation a little cheaper with a Citypass. But is it worth buying the Porto.Card?

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Museu Nacional do Azulejo

Museu Nacional do Azulejo – Portuguese ceramic tiles

Anyone traveling in Portugal will always come across the beautiful tiles and tiles in a variety of places. The Portuguese azulejos have a long tradition and in the Museu Nacional do Azulejo you can make an interesting journey of discovery.

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Wine Experience im World of Wine

WOW! What a visit to the World of Wine

The World of Wine is located in the new cultural quarter in Porto / Gaia. Here, in the old warehouses of the wine producers, a modern complex with museums and restaurants has been created.

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Experiência Pilar 7 Ponte de 25 Abril

Experiência Pilar 7 – Viewing platform on the Ponte 25 de Abril

Hardly any other building has captivated us as much as the Ponte 25 de Abril. We walked across the bridge on our first visit to the city, but this time we were drawn to a breathtaking viewing platform, the Experiência Pilar 7.

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Estádio do Dragão – Stadiontour und FC Porto Museum

Estádio do Dragão – Stadium Tour and the FC Porto Museum

Portugal is a football nation that is almost more enthusiastic about its teams than many other countries are. Anyone who visits Porto without having had contact with the city’s most famous club and the Estádio do Dragão has missed out.

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Straßenbahnmuseum Lissabon

Museu da Carris – the Tram Museum in Lisbon

The Lisbon Tram Museum is located under the 25 Abril bridge in the middle of the Companhia Carris de Ferro de Lisboa premises. The exhibition is not particularly large, but it has a special feature.

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Treppe im Museum

World of Wine – WOW Porto

In Vila Nova de Gaia, in the middle of the old warehouses of the port wine merchants, the WOW Porto has been created. A cultural center that with museums and restaurants is a popular destination in the city.

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Blick vom Arco da Rua Augusta

Arco da Rua Augusta – Viewpoint over the Praca do Comércio

At the edge of the large Praca do Comércio stands a triumphal arch that forms the entrance to the historic old town. On the Arco da Rua Augusta is one of the most beautiful viewing platforms in the city.

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LisboaCard

Is the LisboaCard worth it?

A city weekend can be expensive, especially if you like to visit museums and use public transport a lot. Is it worth buying the LisboaCard to save some money?

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Kutschenmuseum in Lissabon

Museu Nacional dos Coches – a glimpse into the magnificent world of carriages

The National Carriage Museum in Lisbon is one of the most visited museums in the city, with about 400,000 visitors. On display is a unique collection of carriages from all over the world.

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Zimmer 501 The Art Inn Lisbon

The Art Inn Lisbon

In Rossio, one of the most popular and lively areas of Lisbon, “The Art Inn Lisbon” is located directly in a shopping street. The ideal starting point for exploring the city.

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Kneipentour Lissabon, Lissabon Craft Bier

Lisbon Pub Crawl

For most holidaymakers, Portugal is associated with wine. But there is also very good Portuguese beer and the craft beer scene in Lisbon has developed steadily in recent years. We tested craft beer in Lisbon on a pub crawl.

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Food in Lisbon

From Cherry liqueur to Pudding tartlets – culinary discoveries in Lisbon

Food in Lisbon – what is typically portuguese and where did it get to us so during our stay in Lisbon.

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Cape St. Vincent

Cape St. Vincent

The Cape St. Vincent is located near Sages in Portugal. It marks the south-western tip of the European mainland.

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Algarve - video

Algarve – a small video

Watch a video and discover the Portuguese Algarve coast. We have summarized small impressions of our trip.

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Top 5 in the Algarve

Top 5 most beautiful excursion destinations in the Algarve

We would like to introduce our Top 5 of the most beautiful excursion destinations in the Algarve. The Algarve is a region on the south coast of Portugal. It is one of the 7 Portuguese regions.

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Faro

Travelling by car to Faro and Loulé

We hired a car to drive through the surrounding areas for a bit. We chose Faro as the main destination, but on the way back we spontaneously stopped off at Loulé.

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Lagos

Lagos – a sightseeing tour

Lagos is a port town in the Algarve about 30 km east of Cape St Vincent. On our way back from the south-western point of Europe, there was time for a flying visit.

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Monchique Mountains

Monchique Mountains

The Monchique Mountains are located in the west of the Algarve and have been named after the main town of Monchique. The highest peak is Fóia mountain with 902 meters.

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Silves

Silves – a short visit

Silves is a relatively small town. It is situated on the picturesque river Arade. Silves is the oldest town in the Algarve, where the existence of colonies of the Phoenicians and Kathagers from the fourth century B.C.E was proven.

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coast of the Algarve

Walks in the hotel area on the coast of the Algarve

Only sitting around in the hotel is too boring. The surrounding area can be explored on long walks along the coast of the Algarve. We have learned to love the steep coast of Portugal.

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Hotel Pestana Viking - am Pool

Hotel Pestana Viking – Portugal / Algarve

The Hotel Pestana Viking is located on a plateau above a small bay which is ideal for swimming. From here you have a beautiful view over the coast of Portugal.

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Pena Palace

Pena Palace – the most colourful palace I’ve ever seen

After a short train ride from Lisbon, you reach Sintra, the town with the most colourful palace I have ever seen – the Pena Palace.

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Get on track of tiled art in Lisbon

Get on track of tiled art in Lisbon

Walking through the streets of Lisbon, it is noticeable that many houses’ facades do not have the usual look, but are decorated with beautiful tiles.

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Walk across the Ponte 25 de Abril

Walk across the Ponte 25 de Abril

The Ponte 25 de Abril or bridge of the 25th April is one of the landmarks of Lisbon. Large and proud it crosses the Tagus, but crossing the Ponte 25 de Abril by foot is almost impossible.

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Expo site of 1998

Walk on the Expo site of 1998

Modern Lisbon can be found on the former Expo site of 1998 in the Parque das Nações (National Park). Modern architecture, the Oceanarium, an underground tile gallery, a shopping centre, cafes, restaurants, walkways and cycle paths along the Tagus were built on about 340 ha.

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LX Factory

LX Factory – From factory to tourist attraction

The LX Factory is located halfway between Belém and the city centre, below Ponte 25 de Abril (Bridge of the 25th April). Ideal for a short pit stop on the way back from Belém.

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Torre de Belém

4 Tips for Belém – Lisbon

Belém is not really in walking distance from central Lisbon. We had therefore decided to travel by one of the regional trains.

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Insider tip for Lisbon - The aqueduct, water supply of the city

Insider tip for Lisbon – The aqueduct, water supply of the city

When talking about a holiday in Lisbon, usually a list of the same “standard” sights comes up. True Insider tip for Lisbon are rare. However, we found our secret tip for Lisbon – and it has to do with water.

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Minimarathon Lissabon

My first time – as a participant at the Lisbon Mini-Marathon

We spontaneously decided to join the Lisbon Mini-Marathon. Was it worth it?

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Stierkampfarena Lissabon

Praça de Touros do Campo Pequeno – a bullfighting arena

There actually still is bullfighting in Lisbon. I must have looked quite astonished when a member of staff at the entrance of the small museum said this to me.

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Free-Guided Tour Lissabon

Through Lisbon with a free-guided tour

It became a habit of ours to join a free-guided tour through the cities that we visit on one of the first days. Prior to the trip I searched the internet and found two providers in Lisbon.

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travel preparation for Lisbon

We fly to Lisbon!

Before we set off for Lisbon, we first gathered some information and then jumped head first into the preparations for the trip. From “how do we get there” to “where are we going to staying” all the way to “is it worth going there in March”.

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Lisbon

What we didn’t do in Lisbon ..

…and why! The same tourist attractions are mentioned again and again in the various travel guides and blogs that I read.

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Quinta da Regaleira

The Quinta da Regaleira: An impressive building in Sintra

We were ready for the trip before we made our way to the Quinta da Regaleira, and we were so pleased to see it in person. We learned that it was worth it, and the archeitecture was gorgeous.

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Sintra

From Lisbon to Sintra

While we were getting ready for our holiday in Lisbon pictures from Sintra always seemed to come back to us. This is especially true of the colorful and gorgeous Pena Palace. For this reason we decided to plan a day trip to Sintra.

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Lutecia Smart Design Hotel in Lisbon

The Lutecia Smart Design Hotel is located in Lisbon in a residential area of ​​Areeiro. We stayed there for nine days as long term guests. Most guests only stay for one or two nights.

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The Lisbon Oceanarium – Wonder, Beauty and Awe

This is nothing like watching a nature show on television; this is an awe-inspiring experience. The sharks with their deadly calm, that slow moving search but you know they can strike with incredible speed and power.

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