Uploaded September 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Top 7 Places for Expats to Live in Portugal in 2026! Thinking about moving to Portugal or finding the best place to settle? This webinar with Expats Portugal and special guest Pieter Van Nuenen from The Portugal Company reveals the best locations in Portugal for expats in 2026 – from coastal towns and vibrant cities to peaceful countryside escapes.
In this session, you’ll learn about:
✅ The top 7 locations for expats in Portugal based on quality of life, affordability, and community
✅ Which areas are best for retirees, families, and digital nomads
✅ The emerging regions offering great value before they’re discovered
✅ Cost of living, climate, healthcare, transport, and international schools
✅ Property buying tips, legal and financial pitfalls, and how to invest wisely in 2026
✅ Plus: 2 locations to avoid and why they may not suit expats
This webinar is packed with insights to help you make informed decisions whether you’re planning your move, already living in Portugal, or simply exploring your options.
📌 About our guest
Pieter Van Nuenen is a seasoned property expert at The Portugal Company, helping international clients find the right home or investment across Portugal - expatsportugal.com/business-directory/the-portugal-company
💡 Premium Member Benefit
Expats Portugal Premium Members receive up to €100 off Pieter’s services - expatsportugal.com/premium-member-discount-perk-kiosk
📌 Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:40 About the guest
04:15 What are the top 7 places you recommend for expats to live in Portugal?
10:00 Which of these locations is best suited for digital nomads?
12:20 Which of these locations is best suited for retirees?
13:22 Which of these locations is best suited for families?
14:50 Are there any emerging areas that are gaining popularity but still offer good value?
18:15 How do these locations compare in terms of cost of living and amenities?
19:52 What role does climate and geography play in your recommendations?
24:30 How do these locations compare in terms of the community vibe?
27:26 Are locals friendly in tourist areas?
29:24 What about access to international schools, healthcare, and transport when choosing a location?
33:18 What about transport when choosing a location?
34:55 What should expats know about the property buying process in Portugal?
36:50 What are the legal and financial pitfalls that buyers should be aware of?
39:50 How should energy ratings and new builds factor into the decision-making process for buyers?
42:29 Is it better to buy now or wait until 2026 - are prices rising, stabilizing, or falling?
45:15 What advice do you have for someone buying remotely or before they’ve moved to Portugal?
46:30 What’s one piece of advice you’d give to someone choosing where to live in Portugal for the first time?
👉 Subscribe for more insights on moving to Portugal, expat life, and property tips:
#ExpatsPortugal #MovingToPortugal #LivingInPortugal #PortugalProperty #ExpatLife
Top 7 Places for Expats to Live in Portugal in 2026! Thinking about moving to Portugal or finding the best place to settle? This webinar with Expats Portugal and special guest Pieter Van Nuenen from The Portugal Company reveals the best locations in Portugal for expats in 2026 – from coastal towns and vibrant cities to peaceful countryside escapes.
In this session, you’ll learn about:
✅ The top 7 locations for expats in Portugal based on quality of life, affordability, and community
✅ Which areas are best for retirees, families, and digital nomads
✅ The emerging regions offering great value before they’re discovered
✅ Cost of living, climate, healthcare, transport, and international schools
✅ Property buying tips, legal and financial pitfalls, and how to invest wisely in 2026
✅ Plus: 2 locations to avoid and why they may not suit expats
This webinar is packed with insights to help you make informed decisions whether you’re planning your move, already living in Portugal, or simply exploring your options.
📌 About our guest
Pieter Van Nuenen is a seasoned property expert at The Portugal Company, helping international clients find the right home or investment across Portugal - expatsportugal.com/business-directory/the-portugal-company
💡 Premium Member Benefit
Expats Portugal Premium Members receive up to €100 off Pieter’s services - expatsportugal.com/premium-member-discount-perk-kiosk
📌 Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:40 About the guest
04:15 What are the top 7 places you recommend for expats to live in Portugal?
10:00 Which of these locations is best suited for digital nomads?
12:20 Which of these locations is best suited for retirees?
13:22 Which of these locations is best suited for families?
14:50 Are there any emerging areas that are gaining popularity but still offer good value?
18:15 How do these locations compare in terms of cost of living and amenities?
19:52 What role does climate and geography play in your recommendations?
24:30 How do these locations compare in terms of the community vibe?
27:26 Are locals friendly in tourist areas?
29:24 What about access to international schools, healthcare, and transport when choosing a location?
33:18 What about transport when choosing a location?
34:55 What should expats know about the property buying process in Portugal?
36:50 What are the legal and financial pitfalls that buyers should be aware of?
39:50 How should energy ratings and new builds factor into the decision-making process for buyers?
42:29 Is it better to buy now or wait until 2026 - are prices rising, stabilizing, or falling?
45:15 What advice do you have for someone buying remotely or before they’ve moved to Portugal?
46:30 What’s one piece of advice you’d give to someone choosing where to live in Portugal for the first time?
👉 Subscribe for more insights on moving to Portugal, expat life, and property tips:
#ExpatsPortugal #MovingToPortugal #LivingInPortugal #PortugalProperty #ExpatLife
