High up, above the green canopy of the UNESCO World Heritage sites, is Sintra. This jaw-dropping fairy-tale town presides over the landscape with graceful authority. Property prices in Sintra reflect those in popular Lisbon neighbourhoods. The demand for living within this historical artefact has sent real estate prices skyward.
Just under fifty minutes by train from Lisbon, Sintra has become a hive for tourists. Holidaymakers flock to the town to marvel at the stunning medieval architecture and panoramic views. Sintra offers a unique living experience, in one of the most popular tourists destinations in Portugal. You’ll find a few coworking spaces, as well as world-class cafes and restaurants.
🏠 Property prices: Similar to Lisbon
📸 Tourist density: Many tourists
🥾 Good for hiking: Yes
💻 Coworking space: Yes
🌍 Nomads & expats: Yes
🏖️ By ocean: No
🏄 Good for surfing: No
🚆 By public transport to Lisbon: 42 min by train
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