STUNNING PORTUGAL’S BEATEN TRACK PLACES TO VISIT

Portugal is attracting more and more tourists. Portugal is a cheap country with great food and warm weather. Its welcoming people have also transformed it into a popular European tourist destination.

There are more places to see in Portugal than just the big cities, such as Porto and Lisbon. And that’s not even counting the overcrowded Algarve.

Portugal: Places to Visit

Nazare

Nazare is Portugal’s most historic fishing village. It is located at the mid-point on Portugal’s Atlantic coast and has colorful, historical traditions (including 7-skirted women).

The wild Atlantic waves and a large community of surf camps make this a great place to surf. You can go right with fish and seafood.

Nazare is, surprisingly! It is an excellent place to party. It was the best place to spend New Year’s Eve. The clock struck midnight, and a massive fireworks display and electronic music lit the beach. This began an unforgettable party that would last throughout the night.

Sao Miguel Island

Sao Miguel, the largest Azores archipelago island, is in the middle-North Atlantic Ocean. This group of volcanic islands is a real treasure trove for nature lovers. There are many opportunities to explore hot springs, cliffs, and lakes.

The spectacular scenery of Lagoa Do Fogo and Sete Cidades, in particular, are worth seeing in Sao Miguel. You can find a detailed guide to what you should do on the island of Sao Miguel.

It’s excellent that flights were not prohibitive up until 2015, so the masses can still discover this natural paradise. It is the best time to travel to the Azores.

Comporta

This hidden village, located just one hour from Lisbon, is well-known for its top-notch beach resort.

Comporta has a unique blend of hip elegance and unpretentiousness. Jose Mourinho and Monaco’s Royal Family are believed to have several properties here.

Troia’s 13km long strip of golden sand is located at the heel of Troia’s peninsula. Dense forests and rice fields surround it. This beautiful setting adds to the holiday feeling.

This state of zen will not last long. Comporta is still being built, so visit while you can.

Geres National Park

The Peneda-Geres National Park, located in the country’s northeast corner, has 70,000 metric acres of natural vegetation, picturesque waterfalls, and small flowing rivers.

This is the perfect place for outdoor adventures such as zip-lining, canyoning, and rock climbing.

Obidos

Obidos is a living heritage. The old village features a maze made of cobbled-stone streets and charming handicraft shops. It also has quaint bakeries.

Walking among the walls offers a different view of the city and the hills. The narrow streets are dotted with handicraft shops.

Obidos is still an excellent destination for those who want to get off the beaten path, but it can be crowded in the summer months. It would help if you went in the low season to get the entire wall to yourself. Ah! Take advantage of the Ginja, which is ginger in edible chocolate cups.

Southwest Alentejo

This region is home to Europe’s most extensive coast natural park. It is also my favorite place to spend my summer holidays in Portugal.

Alentejo’s coast is dotted with wild Atlantic beaches, alternating with charming fishing villages and rocky mountains. It would help if you did not miss these places:

• Odeceixe is worth a visit for its vast, awe-inspiring beaches.
• Porto Covo is a lovely small village with excellent cuisine, only 5 minutes from the idyllic beaches and turquoise waters.
• Arrifana looks more like a bay/cove because of the high cliffs that support the golden sand strip.

This is an excellent itinerary for a road trip in Portugal, and it’s one of Europe’s best-kept secrets.

Berlenga

You will be satisfied if you go this far off the beaten path in Portugal. The Berlengas Islands are 10km offshore or a bumpy 30-minute boat ride. They can be found in the Peniche region.

Berlenga, the largest, has a surface of just two and a quarter kilometers. However, its wild beauty more than compensates for this.

The entire island is protected and protected. Many bays have turquoise water, dramatic cliffs, and remote beaches that you can only share with seagulls.