Road Trip Portugal
The sporty holidaymaker
Portugal is the European Eldorado of golf. Of course, you can also rent clubs locally. However, many airlines offer the transport of golf clubs free of charge. If you have your “bag” with you, the hire car should also be a little larger so that holidaymakers, luggage and golf set have enough space. Our special tip is the course Onyria Palmares Golf. Spectacular views of the ocean paired with challenging holes make the 27 hole course a special experience. But for this, a proud price is demanded. 105 euros green fee for 18 holes are to be paid in the main season.
For those who find this too expensive, hopefully they have their snorkelling equipment with them. The underwater world of the Algarve is impressive. The cliffs with spectacular rock formations and crystal clear waters make snorkelers feel like they are floating above an exotic landscape.
The epicure
From hearty meat stews to freshly caught fish, from vino verde to port wine. Connoisseurs get their money’s worth in Portugal. You should avoid the restaurants on the coast of Portugal, which are only oriented towards tourism. Rather look for a small restaurant in the interior of the country and make sure that the guests primarily speak Portuguese. This way, you will surely get to know the genuine cuisine of the country. Don’t miss an evening of fado music. The “Blues of Portugal” tells of unhappy love and tragic fates. It is usually performed so passionately that you will be immediately enraptured even if you don’t know the local language.
The beach vacationer
The beaches of the Algarve in particular attract crowds of visitors year after year. Small bays, framed by red rock faces make this coast unique. In the early and late season you have many stretches of beach to yourself. However, you should be a little sporty. It is necessary to overcome steep paths to be able to play Robinson for time on the lonely beach.
The culture enthusiast
Culture enthusiasts should start their trip in Lisbon. The charming old town invites you to stroll around. Especially the tile facades of the houses and the narrow streets exert a special charm. Visitors should know that most of the buildings are less than 300 years old, as Lisbon was largely destroyed in a major earthquake followed by a tsunami in 1755. A ride on the “Electrico Carreira 28E”, the historic tram line 28, is an experience in itself. It goes through narrow alleys and along one of the steepest tram lines in the world.
For those drawn further back in time, visit the small town of Óbidos. The city walls date back to 1527 and the town centre has also retained its medieval charm. The town of Alcobaça is also worth a visit. The Cistercian monastery there, the Mosteiro de Alcobaça, dates back to 1153 and was added to UNESCO’s World Heritage List in 1989.
The most important thing in the end
Now it’s time to give the most important travel tip for Portugal. Get in your car and just drive it. That little road on the left might be interesting? Follow it and be surprised where the journey goes. This is the best way to get to know unspoilt Portugal far from the tourist trails.
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