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Population | 3,400,000 | 237,559 |
Official language(s) | German | Portuguese |
Level of English | Very high | Very High |
Main airport | Berlin Tegel (TXL) | Francisco Sรก Carneiro International Airport (OPO) |
Most common months to visit | May - September | May - September |
Currency | EUR - Euro (โฌ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) |
Credit cards | Accepted in some places but cash often preferred | Accepted everywhere |
Remote worker visa | Yes | Yes |
Average monthly costs | $2200 | $1759 |
Rent | $939 | $717 |
Groceries | $188 | $148 |
Dining out | $271 | $280 |
Cafe | $57 | $45 |
Coworking space | $174 | $96 |
Mobile internet | $23 | $21 |
Public transportation | $88 | $95 |
Taxis | $58 | $25 |
Shared bicycles and scooters | $17 | $10 |
Sport and cultural events | $64 | $45 |
Museums and sights | $37 | $24 |
Nightlife | $63 | $66 |
Gym | $66 | $56 |
Yoga | $99 | $82 |
Massage | $56 | $48 |
SIM card options | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone | Vodafone, MEO, NOS |
Tipping | Round up for restaurants, not common for bars and services | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars |
Taxi apps | Mytaxi, Uber | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify |
Tap water | Drinkable | Drinkable |
Overall cuisine | Heavy and hearty meals with plenty of meat, potatoes and bread | A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. |
Local food specialities | Currywurst, spรคtzle, kรถnigsberger klopse, schnitzel, eisbein, doner kebab, pretzels | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa |
Eat like a local | Brew pubs, cafes, bars, deli shops | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars |
Vegetarian / vegan options | 844 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow |