Camping at campsites in Estremadura

Camping at campsites in the Lisbon region or the Estremadura

Camping in the Lisbon region, also called Estremadura, is highly recommended. There are several campsites in this area. And this region is also popular as a holiday destination among the Portuguese population. The coast of the Lisbon region or Estremadura is known for its beautiful sandy beaches, rock formations and strong waves. It is a unique area for surfing and bodysurfing. Due to these excellent conditions, international competitions are regularly organized here. Enjoy the famous Fado music and the varied culture that the Lisbon region has to offer. Greeks, Romans and Moors have all left their mark.

Visit the city of Lisbon or the Setubal Peninsula from your campsite

Spend a relaxing visit to Lisbon and camp at a campsite in the middle of the city of Lisbon in the Monsanto Park. From the campsite you can be taken to the most beautiful places by bus. Lisbon has an excellent public transport network, with buses, trams and metro. To get a good impression of Lisbon you need at least a few days. Lisbon is a fascinating city with many cultural influences and sights. You can also camp at a campsite on the Setubal peninsula south of Lisbon. There are several campsites here that are visited by many Portuguese, especially at the weekend. The coast of Setubal is also called Costa Azul, after the color of the blue water. Sesimbra has a sheltered bay, a 17th century fortress, a castle and a fish market. You can go hiking in the nearby National Park.

Making a day trip or a day at the beach from your campsite in the Lisbon region

In the Lisbon region we come across a few whitewashed windmills. A day trip from your campsite along the Tagus towards the Atlantic Ocean is highly recommended. You arrive at Cabo Cascais, where the surf has made a large hole in the 20 m high limestone cliffs. A little further north on the coast is Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of mainland Europe with a cape rising from the sea that is 145 m high. Just behind the coastline lies Sintra, a beautiful forested mountain area with palaces and ruins, which is also a good destination for a day trip. And what could be better than spending a day on the beach? There are also sheltered beaches in the vicinity of your campsite where children can safely enjoy the beach and the sea. Sea fishing is a very popular sport. The local fishermen pull their boats safely onto the beach when they return home. A beautiful sight at sunset. And after a relaxing day on the beach, how appropriate; a dinner in one of the delicious fish restaurants. Portuguese people eat a lot of fish and shellfish, such as clams, and there is a wide range of restaurants.

What to know about camping and the campsites in the Lisbon region, the Estremadura

Campsites in the Lisbon region come in many varieties. The quality of the Northern European campsites is often excellent, the pricing is good and many facilities are offered. The main language, Portuguese, is not mastered by many Dutch people, but English is often a good choice.