Region in Leiria District, Portugal
Internet in Silver Coast: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Silver Coast?
Median fixed broadband in Portugal is 252 Mbps and mobile is 128 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Cafés in Caldas and Peniche have decent wifi; surf hostels often cater to remote workers.
Getting online in Silver Coast
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Fibre from MEO, NOS and Vodafone is common; about €25–40 a month. |
| Cafés and coworking | Cafés in Caldas and Peniche have decent wifi; surf hostels often cater to 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 | €10–25 ($11–28) |
Coworking spaces in Silver Coast
Spaces we checked are open in 2026. Prices change; confirm on their sites.
| Space | Area | Day pass |
|---|---|---|
| Prontos Coworking | Caldas da Rainha, Av. 1º de Maio | €15–22$17–25 |
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 Silver Coast?
Median fixed broadband in Portugal is 252 Mbps and mobile is 128 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Cafés in Caldas and Peniche have decent wifi; surf hostels often cater to remote workers.
Which SIM card should I get in Silver Coast?
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.
Are there coworking spaces in Silver Coast?
Yes: Prontos Coworking.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: Portugal
- MEO
- NOS
- Vodafone
- DIGI
- Prontos Coworking, Caldas da Rainha
- Rede Expressos
- CP: Oeste line service update
- Serviço Nacional de Saúde (SNS 24)
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.