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Guide to the Silver Coast

Introduction to the Silver Coast

Portugal has been one of the most popular destinations for Britons to buy overseas property for many years, well before the term ‘emerging markets’ was ever coined. Nevertheless, even in the face of competition from the newer EU entrants and more exotic locations across the world, the investment potential of buying a property in Portugal has endured. Just a couple of years ago, A Place in the Sun declared Portugal to be one of the best investment locations for a home overseas.

While the Algarve has remained the most obvious spot for a sunshine escape, more people are now being drawn to the Silver Coast for the property, lifestyle and natural beauty to be discovered.

The region

Extending from Castelo de Paiva in the north to Arruda dos Vinhos in the south, the Silver Coast is characterised by the many fishing harbours that line the rugged coastline. The real attraction is the fact that the towns and villages are combined with stunning sandy beaches giving direct access to the impressive expanse of the Atlantic Ocean.

Chief amongst these oceanside towns are Nazaré and Coimbra, the ancient capital of the country. These towns are typical of the region, featuring narrow streets and quaint townhouses, and are also some of the favourite holiday destinations for the well-heeled Portuguese. The ancient city of Leiria, not far from Lisbon, was previously a summer retreat for the Portuguese Royal Family.

Other attractions to consider are Aveiro in the north, previously a great sea port and now more well-known for the charms of its canals, and Figueira da Foz, with its vast beaches and famous casino.

The real attraction of the Silver Coast is the combination of wide, sandy beaches on the spectacular coastline, and the quaint traditionalism of the towns and villages.

Silver Coast Climate

The Silver Coast has the typical warm summers and mild winters of most of the Iberian peninsular, though its position on the Atlantic Coast means the area is a bit wetter and wilder than the more southerly extremities of the country.

Getting there

Flights from the UK to Porto are available through a number of scheduled carriers, including British Airways and TAP (the Portuguese national airline). Should you prefer to drive and have your car available during your stay, consider taking the ferry from Portsmouth to Bilbao or from Plymouth to Santander and then make your way down into Portugal. The largest motorway in the country, the A1, runs from north to south through the Silver Coast region.


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Page 2: Property on the Silver Coast

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