Last updated: April 2026 If you’re thinking about renting a car in Portugal, it can feel straightforward at first – until you start comparing prices and reading the small print. That’s usually where things get a bit unclear. Insurance, deposits, fuel policies… it’s not always obvious what you actually needRead More →
The N2 (or Estrada Nacional 2) is Portugal’s longest road, running 739 km from Chaves in the north to Faro in the Algarve, and is often described as the Portuguese equivalent of Route 66. Although it’s technically possible to drive the whole route in a single very long day, theRead More →
I’ve lost count of all the road trips in Portugal that I’ve done over the years. While I certainly enjoy car-free city breaks and day trips, I’m usually keen to explore further afield in order to get to know a particular area. Given the limited public transport in rural areas,Read More →
If you’re wondering whether it’s difficult to drive in Portugal, you’re not alone. When I first moved here, I was nervous about it. I hadn’t driven for years, and never on the right-hand side of the road. In reality, some aspects are easy to get used to quite quickly. OthersRead More →
