Compare with Road Genius Campervan Rental Lisbon

Road Genius compares campervan and motorhome rentals in Portugal and worldwide. Porto International Airport (OPO) and the city centre are convenient pick-up points for trips along the Douro Valley or south toward Lisbon and the Algarve. The Atlantic climate is mild but can change quickly, so plan according to the season.

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 on motorways, 90 km/h on rural roads and 50 km/h in towns.

• The blood-alcohol limit is 0.5 g/L. Police conduct roadside checks.

• Lisbon city centre has narrow streets and low clearances. Avoid entering Alfama, Bairro Alto and Baixa areas with vehicles over 6 m.

• 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.

Refuelling 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 grey/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.