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Explore Setubal with moviinn®
A vibrant city surrounded by stunning natural beauty.
"Setubal is one of Portugal’s hidden gems. In Azeitao, you’ll find small, charming places where you can taste local wines and enjoy traditional cakes. It still feels very local, and prices are quite reasonable. In many cafés, a coffee is often around a euro or just a little more."
Ben Lambert, UK Expat living in Azeitao, Setubal region
Setubal Overview
Moving to and living in Setubal
Learn directly from expats about their experience of moving to and settling in Setubal and how they did it.
From Belarus to Setubal: Svetlana's Journey of Adaptation and Joy
Join Svetlana, a highly skilled professional from Belarus, as she shares her inspiring journey of relocating to Setubal, Portugal, with her 16-year-old son. Moving in 2022, Svetlana sought a place that combined proximity to the ocean with excellent infrastructure, and Setubal proved to be the perfect choice. In this video, Svetlana talks about the challenges of adapting to a new culture and daily life, but also highlights the incredible experiences that relocation has brought her and her son, who has adapted wonderfully.
Roya Elghanian Journey of Music and Community at Casa Collab
Meet Roya Elghanian. From her roots in Iran and London to her travels across the globe, Roya was searching for the perfect balance of inspiration and serenity. She found it in the Setubal Peninsula. Settling in the coastal village of Meco, Roya founded Casa Collab, a vibrant hub connecting artists and music lovers just outside Lisbon. Her journey is proof that Setubal is more than just a scenic destination, it is a thriving ecosystem for entrepreneurs seeking work-life balance and a community that champions creativity.
Moving from London for Community, and a Peaceful Life in Setubal
Ben Lambert, originally from Britain, shares his family's move to Portugal, detailing the transition from the north of Lisbon, to living in the middle of the mountains. He highlights the slow, positive pace of life in Portugal, contrasting it with the fast-paced life they left behind. His Iranian-born wife, who previously thought she could only live in London, felt like she could "breathe" after moving to Portugal. Ben also offers a glimpse into local life, including finding small, relatively cheap places in Azeitao, and securing suitable schooling for his daughter at local forest schools.
City Stats summary
Setubal Breakdown
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Setubal’s Main Neighborhoods
For a city that feels like a village, Setubal has a surprising variety of "micro-climates" when it comes to living. Each neighborhood has a distinct pulse, from the fisherman’s soul of the waterfront to the upscale quiet of the foothills.
Located east side, faces Setubal across the water
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City overview
Culture and Lifestyle in Setubal
Setubal, a vibrant coastal city in southern Portugal, is rich in history, culture, and natural beauty. Explore its lively markets, delicious seafood, and stunning surroundings, from the Sado estuary to the Arrabida hills, and experience the authentic Portuguese lifestyle in this charming riverside town.
