Nazaré, Portugal 🇵🇹
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Nomad Score:
69%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
71%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to larger Portuguese cities; living costs are reasonable but higher than rural areas.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
63%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but can spike during tourist seasons due to Nazaré's popularity as a surf destination.
🍎 Food & Groceries
78%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer fresh and affordable produce; seafood is a highlight and reasonably priced.
🚌 Transportation Cost
75%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited but inexpensive; local buses and taxis are affordable.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
69%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are modest but affordable, with local festivals and beach activities.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
60%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available but limited in number; membership fees are moderate.
💱 Currency Stability
95%
Weight: 30
Euro currency offers high stability and low inflation risk.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
74%
Weight: 100
Good broadband availability with speeds around 100 Mbps in most areas; some variability in rural spots.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
42%
Weight: 40
Few dedicated coworking spaces; digital nomads often work from cafes or nearby larger cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
70%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer free WiFi, suitable for casual remote work.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
65%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but limited compared to bigger cities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
51%
Weight: 100
Growing but still niche; more popular among surfers and nature lovers than mainstream digital nomads.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
86%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data packages.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
87%
Weight: 30
Excellent balance with beach lifestyle, outdoor activities, and relaxed pace.
🌳 Environmental Quality
89%
Weight: 15
Clean coastal environment with good air and water quality.
🧼 Cleanliness
83%
Weight: 10
Town is generally clean, especially in tourist areas.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
Portuguese is primary; English is spoken in tourist spots but limited elsewhere.
💨 Air Quality
92%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to coastal location and low industrial activity.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
70%
Weight: 25
Safe environment with outdoor activities suitable for families.
🏥 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 are moderately priced.
🏥 Healthcare
73%
Weight: 20
Sufficient for minor issues; emergency and specialist care require travel.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
88%
Weight: 80
Mild Mediterranean climate with warm summers and mild winters; some seasonal rain.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
79%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional storms but no significant seismic activity.
🏞️ Green Spaces
70%
Weight: 10
Limited urban parks but abundant natural coastal and forest areas nearby.
❄️ Air Conditioning
55%
Weight: 15
Not widespread in older buildings; mild climate reduces necessity.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
68%
Weight: 10
Moderate seasonal changes with mild winters and warm summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
78%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet town with occasional noise during tourist seasons.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
79%
Weight: 20
Rich local traditions, especially fishing and surfing culture.
🌃 Nightlife
43%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly bars and small clubs catering to tourists.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
91%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to beaches, cliffs, and hiking trails.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Few formal language schools; informal learning possible through locals.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
72%
Weight: 10
Good range of cultural and nature tours, especially related to surfing and fishing.
🎳 Indoors Fun
48%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; focus is on outdoor activities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
76%
Weight: 25
Strong seafood focus with traditional Portuguese cuisine; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
45%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some classes available seasonally.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
58%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and outdoor fitness options; limited variety.
🥗 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 North America.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
40%
Weight: 25
Limited formal networking events; informal meetups rare.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
35%
Weight: 20
Local job market limited; most remote work is self-sourced.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
38%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community; more active in Lisbon or Porto.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic facilities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
30%
Weight: 15
Minimal startup activity locally; hubs are in larger Portuguese cities.
💳 Local Payment Services
72%
Weight: 10
Standard European payment infrastructure; contactless and mobile payments common.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate awareness; limited local services or communities.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
45%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Lisbon, about 1.5 hours away by car.
🚇 Public Transit
50%
Weight: 20
Limited local public transit; mostly buses with infrequent schedules.
🚶 Walkability
73%
Weight: 20
Compact town center is walkable with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
60%
Weight: 15
Uber and Bolt operate but less frequent than in major cities.
🚲 Cycling
55%
Weight: 10
Some cycling paths but hilly terrain limits widespread use.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
62%
Weight: 15
Bus connections to nearby cities; no train station in Nazaré itself.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
48%
Weight: 10
Limited scooter rentals; bike rentals available but not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage; 5G rollout ongoing but limited.
🔒 VPN Reliability
85%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
87%
Weight: 15
Stable power supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some cafes and tourist spots but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
70%
Weight: 40
Portugal offers relatively straightforward visa processes for EU and some non-EU nationals.
📊 Tax Friendliness
55%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; some incentives for foreign residents but bureaucracy can be complex.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
90%
Weight: 15
Strong protections under Portuguese law.
🏛️ Political Stability
88%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low political risk.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
65%
Weight: 15
Possible for foreigners but requires documentation and can be slow.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Moderate bureaucracy; online options improving but still some hurdles.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
78%
Weight: 35
Portugal offers a digital nomad visa facilitating longer stays for remote workers.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
67%
Weight: 50
Growing awareness and infrastructure but still developing compared to major hubs.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
40%
Weight: 25
Few organized events; more common in Lisbon or Porto.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
52%
Weight: 20
Small but active online groups focused on Nazaré and surrounding areas.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
89%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates; safe for solo travelers and families.
♀️ Female Friendly
80%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Moderate diversity and tolerance; some rural conservatism but overall welcoming.