The Algarve - #1 Place to Retire in Europe!

The Algarve - #1 Place to Retire in Europe!

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Every year, 'Live and Invest Overseas' creates a guide to help people find the best place to live or retire in Europe. The guide is designed to provide reliable information to help individuals make informed decisions about where to spend their retirement years. According to the 2023 Overseas Retirement Index, which is considered the most comprehensive and well-researched resource available, The Algarve in Portugal has once again been ranked as the number one destination for retirees looking to relax, recharge, and reinvent themselves.

The Algarve has been number 1 in this survey for 7 years in a row. Cascais also featured, coming in at number 4.

They identified and ranked 10 areas suitable for a happy retirement. 1. The Algarve – Portugal, 2. Annecy – France, 3. Ljubljana – Slovenia, 4. Cascais – Portugal, 5. Citta Sant’Angelo – Italy, 6. Kotor – Montenegro, 7. Carcassonne – France, 8. Paris – France, 9. Popoli – Italy, 10. Valletta – Malta.

So why does Portugal consistently score so highly? Well, that’s easy to see!

According to the Global Peace Index, Portugal is the world's seventh safest country in the world.

It has the second-highest density of Blue Flag-awarded beaches in the world, and it has a low cost of living compared to many other countries.

Not to mention of course great food, more sunshine than anywhere else in Europe, some of the best beaches and golf, excellent infrastructure and English is widely spoken, thanks to a decades-long connection with Britain. Access is easy and cheap to the United States and to the rest of Europe.

Although it is no longer possible to buy a property to qualify for the Golden Visa, our expert team can assist you in obtaining residency through numerous other visa opportunities.

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If you are considering your retirement options, please contact our experienced and knowledgeable team of Property Advisors who will be happy to assist you:  hello@PortugalProperty.com or call us on +351 308 800 878 or 0800 014 8201 free from the UK.


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Published in: Guide to Portugal / Miscellaneous / Portuguese Life