RKH Portugal

Portugal is a fascinating and versatile destination, a country full of culture, nature, vibrancy and space for free holiday planning - a dream for solo travelers. In the south of the country, the sun-drenched Algarve, with its bays framed by picturesque cliffs, meets the rural and tranquil Alentejo with charming towns and miles of often almost deserted beaches. Central Portugal treats visitors to UNESCO World Heritage sites in Coimbra, Tomar, Alcobaça and Batalha and natural landscapes in the Serra da Estrela. Northern Portugal scores in the Douro Valley with the world's oldest wine-growing region and historic cities such as Guimarães and Braga. All along the Atlantic coast, fantastic beaches wait patiently for surfers and swimmers, and those looking for exciting big cities will find them in Lisbon and Porto.

Author Thilo Scheu guides travelers through a country that continues to surprise and delight even on the tenth journey. His travel guide not only provides information about all the places and landscapes worth seeing, but also about the history, culture and traditions of this country where the clock runs a little slower. His view of the country and its people reveals the quiet and modest way of life of the Portuguese and also pays tribute to their excellent cuisine, which is sometimes hearty, sometimes Mediterranean or surprisingly creative.

Each chapter begins with a two-page spread that introduces the contents with an overview map of the region, highlights, and page references. Page number boxes, color coordinated with the chapters, facilitate orientation in the book. Of course, the travel guide contains tried and tested practical tips on travel questions from AZ. The extensive foreword contains overview pages with descriptions of all regions, an annual overview of festivals and events, route suggestions and personal top tips from the author. A small Portuguese language aid helps with communication on site.