Town in Lisbon, Portugal
Internet in Ericeira: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Ericeira?
Median fixed broadband in Portugal is 252 Mbps and mobile is 128 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Wifi in cafés is good; a few coworking-style spaces serve surf-camp remote workers.
Getting online in Ericeira
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Fibre from MEO, NOS and Vodafone is standard in town; about €30–45 a month. Countryside rentals may only have mobile routers. |
| Cafés and coworking | Wifi in cafés is good; a few coworking-style spaces serve surf-camp remote workers. |
| Tourist SIM | MEO, NOS and Vodafone sell tourist SIMs at Lisbon and Porto airports and shops for about €15–30; DIGI is cheaper. Passport usually asked. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | MEO, NOS, Vodafone, DIGI |
| Monthly data plan | €15–25 ($17–28) |
Coworking in Ericeira
There's no dedicated coworking scene here; people work from cafés and accommodation.
Internet speeds in Europe
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
| Country | Fixed | Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| France | 332 Mbps | 133 Mbps |
| Iceland | 283 Mbps | — |
| Switzerland | 281 Mbps | 120 Mbps |
| Denmark | 278 Mbps | 161 Mbps |
| Romania | 276 Mbps | 83 Mbps |
| Hungary | 271 Mbps | 94 Mbps |
| Spain | 263 Mbps | 84 Mbps |
| Portugal | 252 Mbps | 128 Mbps |
| Andorra | 244 Mbps | — |
| Netherlands | 226 Mbps | 158 Mbps |
| Luxembourg | 221 Mbps | 173 Mbps |
| Poland | 215 Mbps | 109 Mbps |
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Ericeira?
Median fixed broadband in Portugal is 252 Mbps and mobile is 128 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Wifi in cafés is good; a few coworking-style spaces serve surf-camp remote workers.
Which SIM card should I get in Ericeira?
MEO, NOS and Vodafone sell tourist SIMs at Lisbon and Porto airports and shops for about €15–30; DIGI is cheaper. Passport usually asked.
Can I use an eSIM in Portugal?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: Portugal
- MEO
- NOS
- Vodafone
- DIGI
- Save The Waves: Ericeira World Surfing Reserve
- Mafrense (bus)
- Câmara Municipal de Mafra
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.