If you are looking for a vibrant Portuguese city without the high costs of Lisbon, you should consider Braga.
This medieval city has transformed into a tech hub with a startup ecosystem that is growing faster than Porto.
With over twenty-five thousand university students, the city offers a young energy and a very low cost of living.
You can expect to pay thirty to forty percent less for housing and dining compared to the capital city.
Most tech professionals here work remotely for international clients while enjoying a authentic Portuguese lifestyle and community.
Braga provides excellent rail access, sitting just one hour north of Porto and its international airport.