The first time I saw Coimbra from across the Mondego River, it felt strangely familiar. The way the city gracefully rises along the riverbank, reminded me of Prague. It was where my love for photography began there and where I also met Daria during our Erasmus semester. Sunny Coimbra seemed to mirror Prague in a […]
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In 2018, during our inaugural journey to Lisbon, my curiosity led me to the heart of the city—Alfama, a medieval marvel steeped in the rich tapestry of Portuguese history and culture. Tucked between the mighty São Jorge Castle and the tranquil Tagus river, Alfama stands as a testament to centuries of resilience and heritage. Alfama: […]
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A Return to Piódão Our trip to Foz d’Égua? Well, this all started with a return trip to Piódão. The first time I set foot in Piódão was in the height of summer. Its stone houses embedded in the verdant hills were a sight to behold. This time around, it was in April, when the […]
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Bairrada DOC Sparkling Wine made in Portugal It was an incredible experience to see the caves and wine cellars of Caves Messias in Mealhada, Portugal. It is located at the hear of the Bairrada DOC region, that’s famous in particular for its sparkling wine. Sparkling wine is made using a traditional method that has been […]
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Convento do Espinheiro Évora, Portugal Portugal is home to some of the most fantastic hotels in the world. How come? We discovered that it became a normal thing in Portugal to run hotels in historical places. One such hotel is the Convento do Espinheiro, just outside Évora in Alentejo. From Lisbon, it’s just a […]
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This photo of Rua Alexandre de Sá Pinto in Lisbon is Part III of a three-piece series of “My Daily Walk in Lisbon”. It’s the street that leads me directly toward the bridge that takes me to the rooftop of the MAAT Museum. Normally, it’s busy with pupils. Not only do you have two schools […]
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This photo from the MAAT Rooftop in Lisbon is Part II of a three-piece series of “My Daily Walk in Lisbon”. For me, the quickest way to reach the Tagus River is to cross the rooftop of the MAAT Museum. Thankfully when they built the museum, they made the roof accessible and even built a […]
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This photo of the MAAT Museum in Lisbon is Part I of a three-piece series of “My Daily Walk in Lisbon”. With this series, I wanted to test the potential of my iPhone camera. Sometimes, the best camera is the one you have with you. With this photo, I can also say: The next camera […]
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Óbidos Castle was chosen as one of the “7 Wonders of Portugal” in 2007. It is one of the better-preserved medieval castles in the country. The place where Portuguese kings stayed still serves as a hotel nowadays. Archaeological work has shown that the site where the Castle of Óbidos now stands had a forum and […]
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When we visited Lagos on our Christmas trip, not only did I capture the beautiful Christmas decorations of the city, but I also had a look at the Lagos Fortress called “Forte da Ponta da Bandeira”. Lagos was an important town in the history of Portugal. It’s very typical to find such Fort near any […]
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Wishing you a wonderful Christmas! In 2020, we had our first Christmas under palm trees, Christmas in the Algarve. Travelling between Portugal and Germany was impossible, so we made the best of it. We booked an Airbnb in Ferragudo end explored the Algarve for the first time since we moved to Portugal. Part of it was […]
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Peniche is one of Portugal‘s most important seaports, and the Cabo Carvoeiro lighthouse is one of the city’s significant landmarks. However, it is not a monument in the typical sense, as the lighthouse is still functioning. It has allowed sailors to dock safely in Peniche’s harbour for more than four centuries until today. The […]
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We spotted this “elephant” while on our way back from Berlengas Island to Peniche, Portugal. Although we were traveling by speedboat at a dizzying pace (almost flying over the waves of the Atlantic) the captain of the boat slowed down at this rock formation and allowed Nico to capture the Berlengas Elephant at sunset. […]
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The Fortress of São João Baptista on the island of Berlengas near Peniche has tempted Nico for a long time. The problem is that there are usually a lot of visitors around the fortress who enter Nico’s frame. So, the best time of year to visit the São João Baptista fort is winter. The trick […]
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Arrábida National Park is known for its scenic mountain trails with views of the ocean and picturesque coves. However, if you search the phrase “Arrábida” with the famous Uncle Google, you’re bound to find a trillion ads for tours offering wine tastings. And there’s a reason for that.. We visited Arrábida and Setúbal National […]
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The Tróia peninsula near Setubal has become our regular destination when we want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. For the beach of Tróia to do its best job (calming our distracting thoughts) it must be empty for us. And this only happens… in winter. We visit the Tróia peninsula quite […]
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Carrasqueira is a village belonging to the municipality of Alcácer do Sal. This Carrasqueira Palafitic pier is located only 3 kilometers from the beaches of Comporta and about 15 kilometers from Tróia. The place is still used by fishermen but is also a “hidden jam” for photographers. A few hundred meters of the Carrasqueira […]
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The 25 April Revolution Monument by João Cutileiro commemorates the day of the 1974 Carnation Revolution, which ended years of dictatorship in Portugal. The revolution ushered in significant economic, demographic, social, and territorial changes in Portugal and its overseas colonies. The dictatorship was abolished in favor of democracy and, as a result, also brought political […]
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Madeira is probably the best place in southern Europe to see the various populations of dolphins and whales. Depending on the season, about 8 kinds of whales and more than 20 kinds of dolphins can be spotted off the coast of Madeira. Theoretically, the best time to see dolphins and whales is between April […]
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Alcácer do Sal on the Sado River in Portugal was settled as early as the Neolithic Age. By the ancient Romans, this place was known as “Salacia Urbs Imperatoria” and was a significant trading point. It was here that the paths of grain, oil and wine traders met. Later, the place was known for its […]
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For over two years we had been beating ourselves up with thoughts of moving to Lisbon. On the one hand, in Berlin, we had family, friends and a fairly settled life in a country where we knew the language and culture. On the other hand, Lisbon charmed us to the point that we spent the […]
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This panoramic photo of Carvoeiro was taken during our winter trip to the Algarve. This town is a popular destination for summer vacations in Portugal. However, and this is happening more and more, it is also a place where retirees or remote workers settle in the winter. Admittedly, Nico and I are not retired […]
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Coimbra was the capital of Portugal from 1131 to 1255. However, it is not the castle or church that towers over the entire city, as is often the case with medieval cities. The central building of Coimbra is the University and this says a lot about the character of this city. With the move […]
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Portugal never ceases to amaze us with its variety of landscapes and sights – and this is true even after two years of living in Lisbon. We had similar thoughts on our way to Piodão in the Serra do Açor mountains. Piódão is a scenic village just a 1.5 to 2 hour drive from […]
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