Christmas in Portugal

Christmas is a time to indulge in food, and Portugal is no exception. Every major holiday in Portugal has its own seasonal dishes and sweet treats, and that of course includes Christmas, with a wide variety of traditional Portuguese Christmas dishes to be found up and down the country during the festive period.

Portugal comes alive with festive charm during the Christmas season, offering a rich blend of cultural and culinary delights.

As the holiday season approaches, it brings along festivities, delicious food, vibrant lights, boundless joy, and more. If you're considering spending Christmas abroad, we've got the ideal destination for you.

As the festive season approaches, Christmas markets in Portugal 2024 promise a magical blend of holiday cheer, traditional crafts, and delicious treats. Portugal’s unique charm shines during the holidays, with vibrant decorations, enchanting markets, and warm hospitality.

Christmas in Portugal for most people means gifts, socialising, food and celebration. However, the inflationary scenario in which the country currently finds itself does not favour families.

With the Christmas holiday season just around the corner, it's time to get our heads around the COVID-19 rules and regulations for Portugal during the Christmas and New Year period. Like many other European countries, Portugal is set to ease its COVID-19 restrictions over the Christmas per

The most magical season of the year is on its way, and with it the "vilas" or Christmas fairs in Portugal. Ornaments, decorations, sweets and cakes, hot chocolate, Santa Claus, street markets, plays, magic trains, lights, Christmas trees...

The Christmas season is upon us and if you are living or planning to live in Portugal you might as well start getting acquainted with all the traditions.