Two Portuguese cities in the top 10 of the best destinations in Europe in 2026

Two Portuguese cities in the top 10 of the best destinations in Europe in 2026

O ranking prepared by European Best Destinations results from the votes of over one million people. Madrid tops the list, succeeding Monaco as the best European destination.

Lisbon and Câmara de Lobos, in Madeira, are in the top 10 of the best destinations in Europe for the organization do , what annually analyzes and evaluate 500 tourist sites of the old continent.

In a ranking headed by Madrid, which succeeds Monaco as the best European destination, a Madeiran city It is the first national destination to appear on the list.

In sixth position, the island location convinced voters with its “sunny terraces, narrow streets and views to the sea”

For the organization, Câmara de Lobos is the “perfect combination of color, culture, nature and peaceful life”.

Lisboawhich rises to ninth place, has the strengths of “light, the lifestyle and the unique mix of history and modern creativity”.

The organization highlights the “balance between authenticity and natural charm” displayed by the Portuguese capital, where “tradition meets innovation”.

The cuisine and colorful streets, which often serve as viewpoints for the Tagus, also contribute to Lisbon being one of the most popular destinationstwo from Europe.

Costa Vicentina highlighted

Not total, the list includes 20 destinations. Outside the top 10, Costa Vicentina also occupies a prominent place.

In 12th position, the Portuguese region receives praise for its “discreet elegance”authenticity and natural beauty.

Of the 500 destinations considered by Best Places to Travel20 sare selected for voting, which is up to the public.

“The final classification is based on the votes of travelers registered on the European Best Destinations (1,330,682 votes), with each participant able to vote for up to three destinations, resulting in more than one million votes from a global panel built continuously since 2009”, reads the organization’s page.

António Valle, general director of Lisbon Tourism, argues that “this is the recognition of the attributes that define Lisbon’s identity and affirms the destination with a solid, differentiating, competitive and sustainable positioning”.

Check out the top 10

  • Madrid (Spain)
  • Nicosia (Cyprus)
  • Styria (Slovenia)
  • Verona (Italy)
  • Paris (France)
  • Câmara de Lobos (Portugal)
  • Alaçati (Turquia)
  • Burano (Italy)
  • Lisbon (Portugal)
  • Almería (Spain)

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