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Road Genius compares campervan rentals from many suppliers so you can choose the right van, pick-up city and travel dates. Portugal's main entry points are Lisbon, Porto and Faro. Lisbon offers mild weather year-round, quick access to beaches and a good motorway network that connects the whole country.

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Best Months for a Camping Trip in Lisbon

Season Avg High (°C/°F) Good?
Spring (Mar–May) 19–24 / 66–75 Yes
Summer (Jun–Aug) 26–29 / 79–84 Hot but good
Autumn (Sep–Oct) 22–26 / 72–79 Best
Winter (Nov–Feb) 15–17 / 59–63 Mild, some rain

Driving in the Area

  • Many motorways use electronic toll collection called Via Verde. International visitors can pay with a rental transponder or pay within 5 days at post offices or Payshop locations.
  • Speed limits are 120 km/h (75 mph) on motorways, 90 km/h (56 mph) on rural roads and 50 km/h (31 mph) in towns.
  • The blood-alcohol limit is 0.5 g/L. Police conduct roadside checks.
  • Lisbon city center has narrow streets and low clearances. Avoid entering Alfama, Bairro Alto and Baixa areas with vehicles over 6 m (20 ft).
  • Parking zones require payment Mon–Fri 08:00–20:00 (some areas until 01:00). Waterfront areas ban overnight street parking 00:00–07:00.
  • The 25 de Abril and Vasco da Gama bridges charge tolls when leaving Lisbon.
  • A Low Emission Zone is planned. Check road signs before entering.

Camping and Overnight Stops

Place Hook-ups Pros Cons
Lisboa Camping & Bungalows (Monsanto) Full Large park with shade inside city, city bus at entrance, fits vehicles to 10 m Summer fills quickly, some road noise
Orbitur Costa da Caparica Water+Electric 5 min walk to long beach, good sunsets Sandy pitches, bridge toll to reach Lisbon
RV Area Praia do Guincho (Cascais) None Free, ocean view, surf spots No services, stay limited to 48 hours, windy
Aire de Serviço Melides Water+Electric Free dump point, near lagoon and village 10 spaces only, little shade
Autocaravan Park Mafra - Ericeira Water+Electric Walk to Ericeira old town, quiet nights Sloped ground, book early in summer

Refueling in the Area

  • Large Galp and Repsol fuel stations on the A2 and IC19 roads offer diesel, petrol and LPG plus drinking water taps.
  • Lisboa Camping has a paid service area for fresh water and gray/black-water disposal.
  • The public motorhome service point under the Alcântara railway line (coordinates N38.702, W9.179) provides water and waste disposal for a small fee.

Did You Know?

  • Overnight stays outside authorized areas are illegal inside coastal protected zones. Fines are €250–€600.
  • Wild-fire risk is high from July to September. Parking or cooking in forests may be banned on high-risk days (orange or red weather alert).
  • The Atlantic Ocean brings winter winds above 60 km/h (37 mph). Avoid cliff-top parking during storms.
  • Many beach parking areas have height barriers set at 2.2 m (7 ft 3 in).
  • Toll violations not paid within 5 days result in additional charges and fees.
  • Dial 112 for all emergencies. Operators speak Portuguese and English.