"Lisbon - City of bridges, old trams and fado" Lisbon by HORSCHECK

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When the idea of holding the "2nd official European VT meeting" in Marbella (Spain) in May 2006 came up I started to think about how to combine it with a great trip. My choice finally came down to Lisbon. Lisbon was one of the few Western European capitals I had yet to visit.

In 2009 I returned for a few hours to Lisbon as the "5th official European VT meeting" took place in Cascais.

Lisbon has about 570.000 inhabitants. Due to its location on seven low hills at the river Tejo it is in my opinion one of Europe's most attractive capitals. Many viewpoints are located throughout the city and offer terrific photo opportunities. Among the variety of interesting sights and historical buildings, one of the unique things to do in Lisbon is a ride on one of the old yellow trams through the ancient Alfama district.

Outside of the city centre the Park of Nations and the Vasco da Gama village of Belem are within reach of public transportation and well worth a visit.

During my 6 days in Lisbon I met two of my Portuguese VT friends for dinner meetings. I learned a lot about their city, local customs and of course the tasty Portuguese cuisine.


"I met a lot of people in Europe. I even encountered myself."
--- James Baldwin ---

Pros and Cons
  • Pros:Gorgeous bridges, old trams, interesting sights and laid-back lifestyle.
  • Cons:Lisbon can be very hot in summer.
  • In a nutshell:City of 7 hills (7 colinas).
  • Last visit to Lisbon: May 2009
  • Intro Updated Sep 26, 2011
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  • Maurizioago's Profile Photo
    Oct 21, 2012 at 4:23 AM

    Hello Holger!

    Is Cacilhas worth a visit?

    I'm looking forward to re visit Lisbon.

    Ciao!

  • SWFC_Fan's Profile Photo
    Mar 14, 2011 at 4:41 PM

    Great tips, Holger! You've given me some good ideas for my upcoming trip! I'm hoping to attend the Sporting Lisbon-Uniao Leiria game next Saturday evening and I'm looking forward to lots of fresh seafood in Lisbon!

  • Knutt's Profile Photo
    Feb 13, 2011 at 1:22 PM

    Thanks for the helpful tips. Great page!

  • kokoryko's Profile Photo
    Feb 2, 2011 at 1:49 PM

    I visited Lisbon 25 years ago, and I see I forgot a lot from that time; I am considering to visit again, this year hopefully! Very nice page, Holger; I certainly will use my feet and the tram to explore.

  • pure1942's Profile Photo
    Jan 17, 2011 at 2:43 PM

    Fantastic page and great photos Holger. Just back from a week in this glorious city. Your page has inspired me to start my own. I've been very lazy lately with my pages ;)

  • al_mary's Profile Photo
    Sep 7, 2009 at 9:00 AM

    No matter where we go we find that you beat us there. Going to Lisbon today 9/7/09. Al & Mary from Springfield,MA USA

  • barbskie's Profile Photo
    Jun 17, 2009 at 1:56 PM

    where should i start? i found all those lisbon tips in yours ;) how are you buddy? hats off for your Lisbon page! Very informative! cheers juliet

  • hindu1936's Profile Photo
    Mar 21, 2009 at 4:59 AM

    Thanks for the good photos and tips to a country that most Americans don't even think about.

  • Balam's Profile Photo
    Mar 6, 2009 at 12:50 AM

    Great Lisbon tips and pics, I'm looking forward to visiting in May.

  • jumpingnorman's Profile Photo
    Feb 16, 2009 at 3:11 PM

    Holger -- nice Lisbon tips, and guess what, we're going this September! I am excited and will probably print out your tips so I don't forget...Thanks, Norman :)

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