Visit Portugal’s Silver Coast, which stretches between Lisbon and Fiqueira de Foz, and you have the chance to sample one of the country’s most beautiful and unspoiled areas, free of some the drawbacks of the more popular areas on the Algarve and southern coast. The Silver Coast is a golfer’s paradise, with a particular highlight being the superb course at Praia del Rey, near the old medieval town of Obidos and its beautiful lagoon.

Lisbon, in the north, is well worth a visit, being one of Europe’s most sophisticated capital cities, and with a welcoming atmosphere that will ensure you visit again and again to sample all its delights. The city of Porto is the other major city on the Silver Coast, with plenty of great facilities and amenities. You will find that the Silver Coast on the whole does not have overcrowded roads or packed cities, and is mainly made up of small towns and villages where a slower, more relaxed pace of life has been preserved. This is an absolutely ideal place for a relaxing holiday away from the usual hustle and bustle of life.

The Silver Coast has countless stunning beaches to enjoy, where you can soak up the sun, go swimming in the sea, or make the most of the best of local restaurants, bars and nightlife. The region is famous for its excellent seafood too, and there are plenty of great restaurants where you can sample this.

If you are wondering which towns and villages to visit, then some which we recommend are as follows. Alcobaca is a superb town, with World Heritage status, and dominated by a magnificent Cistercian abbey. Batalha has its superb baroque Abbey of Santa Maria de Vitoria, and nearby Caldas da Rainha is famous for its historic thermal baths and locally-produced cakes and pastries. Another great place to visit is the old fishing village of Cascais, now a popular nightspot for young people, and boasting plenty of great restaurants and bars.

Holiday Rental Homes promotes a wide range of superb holiday properties on the Silver Coast, and we are sure you will find something in our collection to suit any budget or need. Most of the advertisements you will find in our list allow you to contact the owner directly to make a booking, but some are listed under our Booking Engine system, which allows you to book online with a credit card. Whichever property you choose, we are sure you will find your holiday on the Silver Coast a real treat from beginning to end.

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