Sat on Portugal's rugged Atlantic coast, Ericeira is a chilled surf town with a growing digital nomad scene. Known as Europe's only World Surfing Reserve, it boasts golden beaches, dramatic cliffs, and consistent waves with an old town full of cobbled streets and seafood restaurants. Just under an hour from Lisbon, it offers the perfect mix of nature, community, and coastal calm - ideal for surfers, creatives, and anyone looking to trade city buzz for ocean breeze.
The Good
- ๐คค Great food options
- ๐ฆ Strong nomad community
- โ๏ธ Warm weather
- ๐ฎ Safe
- ๐โโ๏ธ Surfing
- โฑ๏ธ Great beach
- ๐ฅฐ Beautiful
The Bad
- ๐ Limited public transport
- ๐ง๏ธ Weather
- ๐คทโโ๏ธ Not much to do
- โฐ๏ธ Very hilly
Living costs
- Ericeira is the 3rd cheapest place (out of 7) to live in Portugal
- It's about 85% cheaper to live in Ericeira than it is Paris
- You can expect to spend around $1,474.43 per month living here
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- Prices are estimates and should be used as a guide only. We accept no responsibility for inaccuracies in data.
- Prices adjusted to reflect exchange rates as of 3rd Jun 2026
Safety
Generally safe with low crime rates; however, petty theft can occur in tourist areas, so remain vigilant.
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Who it suits
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