Surfers crush waves and fishermen expertly cast their nets, with not a single building in sight, at the edge of the world.
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In a paradise 1 hour and 15 minutes away from Lisbon, Comporta represents the ultimate change of pace. Offering escape from an overly hectic city life, this region provides a cosmopolitan mixture of surf spots, authentic beach cabins, forests of pine and cork oak, generous meals and cool boutiques.
Comporta, Portugal May Be The Best Place On Earth

Regarded a rural nature reserve with vast stripy fields sheltered from the Atlantic by sand dunes and a collection of the quietest caster-sugar beaches, Comporta has long established itself as the year-round, go-to destination for absolute rejuvenation ? not to mention, its star-studded list of frequent vacationers, which include the likes of Christian Louboutin.
Rich in an abundance of local heritage and tradition, Comporta is littered with uniquely luxurious vacation homes, shaped like fishermen?s huts and centered by expansive swimming pools. Welcoming modernity without losing the history that created it, or the way of life that characterises it, the Comporta residents are often described as chirpy, laid-back and warm, often spotted lounging on the plastic chairs and sharing a cup of coffee with tourists at outdoor cafés in the morning.

Showcasing soft-sand beaches and particularly blue waves, the coasts of Comporta are ...