Comporta, the Portuguese paradise where famous people spend their summers

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Some call it the Hamptons of Portugal but this paradise on the Alentejo coast , one hour from Lisbon, has nothing to envy of the refuge of North American millionaires. Comporta is an old fishing village and land of rice fields that became the secret hippie-chic corner of the elite. With its fine white sand beaches and crystal clear waters, this is the favorite destination of many celebrities. Vicky Martín Berrocal, Tamara Falcó, the royal family of Monaco and José Mourinho are just some of the most famous names who have spent their summers in Comporta. The famous shoe designer Christian Louboutin and the French architect Philippe Starck could not resist the charms of the town and ended up buying houses in the region. In 2017, Madonna shared on her networks a video of a horse ride by the sea in Comporta and the town of the municipality of Grândola was never the same again.

This is Portugal… This is heaven… Try and catch me…” (“This is Portugal… This is heaven… Try to catch me…”), wrote the pop diva. Comporta Beach Comporta beach. By Ricardo Rocha From then on, this town of fishermen and rural people, who mostly worked in the extensive rice fields that beautify the region, became one of the most glamorous Cell Phone Number List towns in Portugal. Comporta is one of the best vacation destinations for those looking for long sandy beaches, clear waters and the rustic-chic charm that seems to come out of the pages of the most recognized international decoration magazines. The old stables were transformed into luxury restaurants, the old shops are now showcases of the most prestigious designer brands and exclusive crafts and the rough thatched roof huts, typical of the region, now take the form of refined and luxurious tourist accommodations. . A refuge one hour from Lisbon Setubal Setubal.



Majonit Leaving Lisbon , there are two ways to get to Comporta . You can head south towards Setúbal , and then take the ferry to Tróia. If this is your option, be sure to get out of the car during the journey and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the river. If you're lucky, you can still spot the family of dolphins that reside in the Sado, which are often seen playing in the waves next to passing boats. The beach and the town of Comporta are located 13 kilometers from the landing area in Tróia. If you prefer to drive, you can always opt for the land route which, despite the greater distance, is also worth it for the scenery. After leaving the highway, the route crosses a nature reserve and practically virgin pine forests where the sand already takes over the horizon. A few kilometers before reaching the town of Comporta, be sure to make a stop in the fishing town of Carrasqueira and discover the most emblematic pier. The stilt port of Carrasqueira was built to solve the problem of boat access during low tide, more than seven decades ago.