As the end of the year approaches, it’s normal to start feeling the weight of the long month of January.
The good news? You don’t have to wait until spring to enjoy more pleasant temperatures. Portugal is one of the best destinations for a winter getaway, thanks to its mild climate all year round, making it perfect for travelers and campers in search of sunshine and different adventures.
If you’re looking for a different way to recharge your batteries, a road trip through Portugal in a Mr.Campervan could be just what you need.
5 reasons to go on a winter adventure
1. Sun all year round
Portugal is known for having, on average, more than 300 days of sunshine a year, a characteristic that makes the country a perfect destination whatever the season. When the high season ends, the beaches empty, the sun loungers disappear and the coastline reveals its true natural beauty. Without the crowds, it’s easier to appreciate the golden sunsets, the essence of our fishing villages and the tranquillity of the almost wild sands.
Even if not every day is a “beach day”, the climate is still mild enough to ensure that your vacation is always sunny.
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2. Better prices and greater flexibility
Choosing to travel in Portugal during the low season has advantages that go far beyond peace and quiet. With a mild climate even in winter, this is the perfect time to explore the country without the crowds. What’s more, our rental prices are relatively lower, as are flights, campsites and surf schools, which also have significantly lower prices than the rest of the year, making Portugal one of the most fantastic and affordable winter destinations in Europe.
Mr.Vancamper is located relatively close to Lisbon airport (just 25 minutes away), making the whole process of collecting your Campervan extremely easy and flexible, with no waiting time and total freedom to make the most of every minute of your vacation.
3. The best surfing season
Portugal is a world-renowned surfing destination, and winter is the time when the most impressive waves appear. In many parts of the country, they reach between 2 and 5 meters, while the famous Nazaré offers giant waves that challenge the most experienced surfers. Between October and March, surfers from all over the world arrive in search of adrenaline and new challenges, as do thousands of surf lovers who come to watch the spectacle.
If your goal is to escape the crowds and enjoy the tranquillity of the low season, the Algarve and other coastal regions offer smaller waves that are perfect for those who want to learn to surf or just enjoy the sea. For beginners, there is no shortage of surf schools in Portugal, ensuring that any visitor has the chance to enjoy a complete surfing experience during the winter.
4. Authentic experiences
By avoiding the high season and the crowds, winter in Portugal gives you a more genuine and authentic perspective of our local culture. Local restaurants, cafés and stores are more willing to provide you with better service and more personalized attention.
What’s different?
- Less traffic and fewer tourists
- Easier to create connections with locals
- Learn more about the history of each region
This is the ideal time to experience authentic Portugal, away from the queues and rush of the high season.
5. Alternative routes
If you’re looking for unique experiences in Portugal, getting away from the most well-known and conventional tourist routes, traveling in winter is the best way to discover the true essence of the country.
These are experiences that enrich the adventurous spirit and allow you to have a deeper connection with nature and achieve unique moments that you can share with your friends and family.
You’re already convinced but you don’t know what your winter destination is going to be?
No problem! We can help you with this difficult task. Portugal is full of diversity and incomparable landscapes. From stunning waterfalls scattered throughout the country, with special emphasis on the waterfalls in the Peneda-Gerês National Park, dreamy river beaches in the north of Portugal and unusual, ancient villages with a lot of history behind them.
And what’s the best way to find out? By Campervan, of course. Our Campervans at Mr.Vancamper are authentic houses on wheels, offering you total comfort and safety so that you can get to know our country in a different way and live a unique experience.
