Features: Genre: Duplex Apartment w/private parking Purpose: Sale Location: Foz do Douro, Porto, Portugal Bedroom: 4 Bathrooms: 2.5 Size: 201M2 Energy Rating: C Value: 750.000 € Luxury T3+1 duplex apartment at the crossroads of the Douro River and the Atlantic Ocean. Located in prestigious Foz do Douro, the home sits in the middle of the charming old town, with winding cobblestone streets, world-class dining, and never more than a five-minute walk to the promenade along

The GOLDEN VISA program has a new legal framework that comes into effect next year, from January 1, 2022. But this is not the end of it. Opportunities in real estate and capital transfers for foreign investors in Portugal continue to exist. WHAT WILL CHANGE… Real Estate Investment: 1. A minimum amount of €500,000.00, for housing purposes, will only be allowed in the interior of Portugal, Azores and Madeira. →If in a low-density area, the minimum amount drops 20 percent t

1. A Stable Political Climate Portugal not only has the oldest borders in Europe but also a mature and consolidated democracy grown from a strong community spirit. It was not always this way, there are still people alive today who remember long years of dictatorship that lasted from around 1932 until the Carnation Revolution in 1974. That year, on the 25th of April, the Portuguese military, backed by the people, overthrew the authoritarian regime in a peaceful revoluti

If you’re planning to move to Portugal, you probably have a list of things you want to do on arrival. For many, the priorities include checking out local restaurants, exploring markets, and heading to beaches and other beauty spots. There’s plenty of time for all of that. Even better, once it sinks in that you’re actually living in the country, you’ll be able to take it all at a relaxed pace. You don’t need to live like you’re on holiday and worry about squeezing ev

September is a delightful month in Portugal – there’s plenty of sunshine (as there is almost all year round) and if you love the outdoors, then the Algarve, between September and June, is the perfect place to enjoy cycling and walking. With a vast network of routes and trails across the region, the scenery is varied: winding trails through hills and valleys inland; a steep and almost completely unspoiled western coast; and to the south and east, flatter routes alongsi

Although August usually proceeds at a slower pace, with fewer investments and a lull in the news, last month saw a continuation in the ongoing in the real estate sector in terms of transactions and investments. As might be deemed fitting for the traditional holiday month, the largest transactions came in the logistics and hotel sectors. Tourism has been rebounding since the Portuguese government announced that it would gradually lift measures imposed to combat the pand

Many people visualising a life in the Portuguese sun instantly think of the Algarve region. The south of the country delivers millions of perfect holidays every year, so it’s no wonder people from other nations begin to imagine themselves living there. But as the locals are always keen to point out, there’s more to Portugal than the Algarve. The west-facing Silver Coast region, in particular, is increasingly coveted by overseas residents. And when it comes to Silver Co

Features: Genre: Ranch Style Villa Location: Fontoura - Valença Bedrooms: 3 (1 en-suite) Bathrooms: 2 Land area: 1.500m² Construction Area: 200m² Construction Year: 2010 Energy Certificate: B Value: 290.000 € Composed of: Ground floor home, ranch style, with quality construction and superior finishings throughout; fully equipped and fitted eat-in-kitchen, family room with fireplace, 2 spacious bedrooms with fitted wardrobes and additional en-suite bedroom with walk-in-clo

- New Mortgage Lending Up 24.2%… Housing permits rose by 20.6%, while residential bank valuations were up by 8.0% in the year to May. At the same time, cement consumption in Portugal rose by 11.5% y-o-y, according to AICCOPN’s Statistical Synthesis of Housing. During the first five months of 2021, licences issued by city councils for the construction or rehabilitation of residential buildings rose by 20.6%. The rise stemmed from a 22.6% increase in new housing, 19.1% fo

They start up here, in the North of the country, and go all the way down to the Algarve. Of the more than 100 river beaches that exist in Portugal, where tranquility and fresh air reign, I decided to highlight only 10 places where you can get away from the hustle and bustle of the city, with family, friends or even alone. These are just some of the most beautiful river beaches in the country that you really have to visit: 1 – River Beach of Lomba, in Gondomar… In th

Portuguese cheese is a frequently found on the table, both at homes and in the restaurants of Portugal. Slices of regional cheese and ham are often served together with bread, olives and pates as starters. Although today there is a huge variety of cheeses and most are made on an industrial scale, traditional cheeses are still quite popular. These are handmade in queijarias (small cheese shops), also known as rouparias, by queijeiros e queijeiras (cheesemakers). Since

Portuguese wines are acclaimed all over the world, but did you know each region has a very distinct identity and taste???... Those who have had the privilege of visiting Portugal know that one of the country’s most memorable treasures is its unique flavours. And for those who appreciate wine, the various Portuguese grape varieties and wine regions are simply unforgettable!!! From North to South, the climate and geography of Portugal are quite different and so are the wi

June is a glorious month and officially the start of summer celebrations. The Portuguese people give thanks to their three most popular saints - Saint Anthony, Saint John and Saint Peter. Saint Anthony, on the 11th, is the patron saint of Lisbon. The whole area is decorated with red and green bunting and parades with colourful characters in costume, folk music, and throngs of spectators enjoy the festivities until the early morning. Known as the “Matchmaker Saint”Sain

On the 10th of June is celebrated the Day of Portugal, Camões and the Portuguese Communities. A national holiday, this date pays tribute to the great poet Luís Vaz de Camões, author of “Os Lusíadas”, the greatest epic work in Portugal, who died on June 10, 1580. The Dia de Portugal program includes many activities, such as parades, military demonstrations, and awarding of merit medals, for example. This is also considered the day of the Portuguese language and the nation

The vineyard and property in question is located in the north of Portugal, the business of which consists of viticulture and a B&B. The wines have very good to excellent reviews and are mainly exported to, among others, top Dutch restaurants and the Far East. This is partly due to a unique view of the way in which the vines are treated and the way in which the vinification process is organized. Right next to the wine cellar is a beautiful tasting room that can be used

Lisbon is the capital of Portugal and the center of a multifaceted region that appeals to different tastes and senses. In a city that has been receiving many different cultures from far and wide distances over time, today it still feels like a village breath in every historic neighborhood. You can walk through the grid of streets in the Baixa Pombalina that opens to the Tagus in Praça do Comércio and, following the river, get to know some of the most beautiful places in

Since you have already selected the region where you want to buy, you now need to do some research before going home-hunting. There are plenty of real estate offers in Portugal, therefore, in order to save time you should first elaborate a list of criteria of what you want and what you don’t want in the house you are planning to buy. Define the type of property you like. You have to check your finance and decide on the price range you are considering to pay but also know

Portuguese wines are acclaimed all over the world, but did you know each region has a very distinct identity and taste???... Those who have had the privilege of visiting Portugal know that one of the country’s most memorable treasures is its unique flavours. And for those who appreciate wine, the various Portuguese grape varieties and wine regions are simply unforgettable!!! From North to South, the climate and geography of Portugal are quite different and so are the wi

Porto is considered the capital of the north and as the second largest city in Portugal, rightfully so. There are really very few similarities between Porto and Lisbon – they are both near the coast, on the banks of large rivers and have some fairly daunting hills, but that’s really where it ends. The two cities have a totally different feel and different charms. Porto’s most striking characteristic is that of “faded grandeur”. In Europe there are very few remaining c

Portuguese wines are acclaimed all over the world, but did you know each region has a very distinct identity and taste???... Those who have had the privilege of visiting Portugal know that one of the country’s most memorable treasures is its unique flavours. And for those who appreciate wine, the various Portuguese grape varieties and wine regions are simply unforgettable!!! From North to South, the climate and geography of Portugal are quite different and so are th