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Nazaré, Portugal 🇵🇹
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Nomad Score:
68%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to larger Portuguese cities; lower prices for daily expenses but slightly higher than inland rural areas.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
64%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable but can spike during tourist seasons due to Nazaré's popularity as a beach destination.
🍎 Food & Groceries
78%
Weight: 40
Fresh local produce and seafood are affordable; groceries cost less than in Lisbon or Porto.
🚌 Transportation Cost
80%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but inexpensive; local buses and taxis are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
65%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited but affordable; mostly centered around beach activities and local festivals.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
60%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but fewer in number; membership fees are moderate.
💱 Currency Stability
95%
Weight: 30
Euro is a stable currency with low volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
72%
Weight: 100
Decent broadband and 4G coverage; fiber-optic available but not as widespread as in major cities.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
43%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces; mostly small local hubs rather than large professional centers.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
70%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer free WiFi, though connection quality varies.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
55%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not extensively; quiet spaces can be scarce.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
40%
Weight: 100
Nazaré is less known among digital nomads compared to Lisbon or Porto.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
87%
Weight: 30
Relaxed coastal lifestyle promotes good work-life balance.
🌳 Environmental Quality
89%
Weight: 15
Clean air and ocean environment with minimal industrial pollution.
🧼 Cleanliness
83%
Weight: 10
Generally clean public spaces and beaches, maintained well especially during tourist season.
🗨️ Language Barrier
62%
Weight: 30
Portuguese is primary; English is spoken in tourist areas but limited outside them.
💨 Air Quality
91%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to coastal location and low traffic congestion.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Good environment for families with outdoor activities and safe neighborhoods.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
75%
Weight: 20
Basic healthcare services available locally; more advanced care requires travel to larger cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
80%
Weight: 25
Public healthcare is affordable; private options cost more but still reasonable.
🏥 Healthcare
77%
Weight: 20
Adequate for minor issues; serious medical needs require access to hospitals in nearby cities.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
86%
Weight: 80
Mild Mediterranean climate with warm summers and mild winters; mostly sunny.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
78%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters; occasional storms but no major seismic activity.
🏞️ Green Spaces
68%
Weight: 10
Limited urban parks but abundant natural coastal areas and cliffs.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Many older buildings lack air conditioning; mild climate reduces necessity.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Moderate seasonal changes; winters are mild, summers warm but not extreme.
🔊 Noise Pollution
78%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet outside of peak tourist season; low traffic noise.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
79%
Weight: 20
Rich local traditions, especially fishing culture and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
42%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly bars and small clubs catering to tourists.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
90%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, cliffs, and hiking trails.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal opportunities through locals and community.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
74%
Weight: 10
Good availability of cultural and nature tours, especially related to surfing and fishing.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; mostly small museums and local events.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
76%
Weight: 25
Strong seafood focus with traditional Portuguese cuisine; fewer international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
40%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some classes offered seasonally.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
55%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms available; limited variety of fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
70%
Weight: 15
Fresh seafood and produce widely available; organic options limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
83%
Weight: 20
Western European Time zone aligns well with Europe and reasonable overlap with Americas.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
42%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
38%
Weight: 20
Local job market is small; most remote work depends on external companies.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
40%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community; limited local support structures.
🏢 Coworking Quality
41%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic with limited amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
35%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity; most innovation hubs are in Lisbon or Porto.
💳 Local Payment Services
70%
Weight: 10
Standard Portuguese banking and payment services available; contactless and mobile payments common.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest but limited local infrastructure or communities.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
55%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Lisbon, about 1.5 hours away; local transport to airport available.
🚇 Public Transit
58%
Weight: 20
Limited local bus services; no metro or train connections directly in Nazaré.
🚶 Walkability
74%
Weight: 20
Compact town center is walkable; some hilly areas.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
50%
Weight: 15
Uber and Bolt operate but less prevalent than in larger cities.
🚲 Cycling
55%
Weight: 10
Some cycling possible but limited dedicated bike lanes and hilly terrain.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Bus connections to nearby cities; no direct train service.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
45%
Weight: 10
Limited scooter rentals; some bike rentals available seasonally.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage; 5G rollout limited but expanding.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
87%
Weight: 15
Stable electricity supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some public areas and cafes but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
78%
Weight: 40
Portugal offers relatively straightforward visa processes for EU and many non-EU nationals.
📊 Tax Friendliness
60%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; some incentives for foreign residents but complex regulations.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
95%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech under Portuguese law.
🏛️ Political Stability
90%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low political risk.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
70%
Weight: 15
Moderate ease; requires residency or local address but foreigner-friendly banks available.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
72%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process with online options.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
75%
Weight: 35
Portugal offers a digital nomad visa facilitating longer stays for remote workers.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
60%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly but lacks extensive nomad infrastructure compared to larger cities.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
40%
Weight: 25
Few organized events; community is small and informal.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
50%
Weight: 20
Limited online groups specific to Nazaré digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
88%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates; safe for solo travelers and families.
♀️ Female Friendly
75%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for women; some cultural conservatism in smaller areas.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Moderate tolerance; occasional issues but mostly welcoming community.