Holiday in Portugal: discover the warm south

Sun, sea, bliss: Portugal is a popular holiday destination for many campers. The mild climate, 800 kilometers of coastline and a fantastic food culture attract thousands of Dutch people to the warm south every year. Is a holiday in Portugal something for you too?

Mass tourism is not really found in Portugal – mainly because it is a bit further to drive. The route goes straight through Spain and is easy to drive. Along the way in Spain there are excellent campsites for an overnight stay. If you want to go on holiday to Portugal, you can find the current travel advice on nederlandwereldwijd.nl.

The Algarve

The biggest tourist attraction in Portugal is the Algarve, with its beautiful beaches. But you can also find them on the Costa de Lisboa or the Costa Verde. The dizzying ravines in the Serra da Estrela also attract many nature lovers – you can enjoy fantastic hiking and bird watching here.

Enjoying fado music

A highlight during your holiday is a visit to the capital Lisbon. Perfect for strolling around the city center and in the romantic neighborhoods with their narrow streets. Also nice to visit: the snow-white villages in the Alentejo region and the beautiful palaces of Sintra. You can enjoy good food and drinks everywhere in cozy restaurants, where you can also immerse yourself in fado music: the Portuguese folk song that used to be sung only in old folk pubs. Fado has now grown into a recognized vocal art that you can also enjoy in more luxurious entertainment venues.

You can camp at large and small campsites – the small ones are often managed by associations or municipalities and offer only basic facilities. For more comfort and luxury, you can go to the larger campsites. In the Algarve of course, but also on the Costa Verde – the green coast – near Porto, on the coast near Lisbon: the Costa de Lisboa. Especially for golf enthusiasts, many golf courses have been built in this region. Finally, a tip if you are in Portugal in August: the Sardines Festival in Portimão, in the first half of August. With music, fireworks, music performances everywhere and of course barbecues on every street corner. Bom proveito!!

Tips during your holiday in Portugal

Must do

Hiking! The Algarve route is a 250 km long hiking trail from the Spanish border near Alcoutim to Cabo de Sao Vicente, the most southwestern tip of Portugal.

Must see

One of the most beautiful beaches in Portugal is Praia da Marinha, with crystal clear water, vast beach and robust cliffs. Book a boat excursion to the caves.

Must try

Popular dishes: Sardines Assadas (grilled sardines), Frango Assado com piri-piri (chicken) and Ameijoas Cataplana: a dish with fresh shellfish, raw ham and tomatoes.

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