Latest news and stories about leisure in Portugal for expats and residents.
Lagoa Municipality is bringing back its popular Caminhadas ao Luar (Moonlight Walks) this summer, inviting residents and visitors to explore some of the Algarve’s most scenic locations under the stars. The post Lagoa’s moonlight walks return this summer appeared first on Portugal Resident.
A total of 559 beaches in Portugal have been classified as having excellent water quality.
A phrase highlighting the combination of leisure activities like going to the beach and sea with the commitment to exercise.
The popular swing attraction has undergone renovations and offers an ideal spot for viewing the sunset.
The art of the Poster Mostra, rides on the Douro Historical Train, handicrafts and the Popular Saints on display, and the typical flavours of the Tavern Route.
Home News Opening of new facilities on Portugal river beach Opening of new facilities on Portugal river beach The Almaceda river beach in Castelo Branco now boasts a new bar, representing an investment of approximately €400,000.
Matosinhos beaches are providing 600 beach chairs and windbreaks, 16 sun loungers, and 12 hammocks for free use by beachgoers. The bathing season begins this Saturday, June 13th.
The municipality of Ferreira do Zêzere has officially launched its 2026 bathing season with the inauguration of a new river beach on the shores of the Castelo do Bode reservoir, The post Ferreira do Zêzere opens new river beach on Castelo do Bode reservoir appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Starting this Saturday, June 13, the Castelo do Bode reservoir gains a new leisure bathing area. It is the Bairrada/Bairradinha River Beach, located in the municipality of Ferreira do Zêzere.
A journey across Portugal exploring various oases, concluding with relaxation at thermal spa resorts.
This equipment will be installed on the beaches of Matosinhos, Leça da Palmeira, Aterro, and Marreco, contributing to 'a higher quality of stay, comfort, and enjoyment of the bathing area,' it was noted.
The river beach at the Castelo de Bode reservoir, already used for swimming between the two riverside villages, is officially inaugurated this Saturday.
“Less scrolling, more local life” is the motto of the newly launched application. Created by Portuguese developers, it is already promoting hundreds of events in Lisbon alone (for now).
The 96th edition of the Lisbon Book Fair ends on Sunday, June 14, at Eduardo VII Park. Between debates and presentations, the final three days have a packed schedule. Here is the essential information.
They believe the sea is a natural tranquiliser and that “surfing changes lives”! Nuno and Edgar Batalha are brothers and surf instructors for all ages. In a pioneering initiative in Portugal, they opened an inclusive school in Peniche, Special Surf 78, just a few steps from the beach.
A curated list of the top five locations for scuba diving or snorkelling in Portugal during the summer season.
“It is not a luxury concept”. Immune to the controversies, Estrela by Olivier opened this Monday, June 8, in Jardim da Estrela, Lisbon. From morning to dinner, the new kiosk focuses on light options, from salads to pizzas, at “democratic” prices.
Better known locally as Poço do Lagar, this river beach has Espírito Santo on one bank and Senhora da Graça on the other. To the good views, a bar and more trees have now been added.
A section of Portimão’s riverfront is being turned into an urban beach once more in the second edition of Ribeirinha Beach. Now in its second edition, the event recreates a The post Portimão riverfront turned into urban beach appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Vintage bicycles will once again take to the roads of Budens on Sunday, June 14 as the parish hosts the 11th edition of its popular Vintage Bicycle Ride. Organised by The post Budens gears up for Vintage Bicycle Ride appeared first on Portugal Resident.
A new free mobile application highlights more than 150 hidden river beaches across the country.
Eduardo VII Park, in Lisbon, is hosting the 96th edition of the event until June 14. From the public holiday on the 4th through to the weekend of the 6th and 7th, debates and activities will multiply. These are the essentials.
An article highlighting a specific location in Portugal as the premier spot in Europe for observing the night sky.
He certainly achieved his aim by using a small road from near Casais directly up the side of the hills to join the main road near the Fonte viewpoint almost The post Algarve Senior Bikers reach new heights appeared first on Portugal Resident.
The occupation of beaches by beach facilities cannot exceed 30% of the usable beach area, nor 50% of the beach frontage.
A refuge of tranquillity in a rural setting, Conversas de Alpendre invites you to enjoy the peacefulness of the eastern Algarve. Among the new features, the exclusive swimming pool supporting the famous Tree House stands out.
