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Cruising in Portugal

Portugal is Lisbon plus the Caparica coast. Eduardo VII is central and nocturnal, Monsanto is a real forest you reach by car, and Praia 19 is the summer beach. Portuguese law does not permit public cruising.

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  1. Forest / woodland

    Monsanto Forest Park

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    Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal

    Lisbon's largest green space, on the hills above Belém and Alcântara, with genuinely forested trails that offer the cover the central gardens lack. Activity centres on the Parque de Merendas picnic area and is busiest on weekend evenings. You will need a car or taxi — there is no metro. Public cruising is not permitted under Portuguese law, so be discreet.

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  2. Park

    Parque Eduardo VII

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    Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal

    Central Lisbon's largest park, running north from Marquês de Pombal. A tourist spot by day, its wooded northern end becomes a known meeting point from around 10pm. Central and easy to reach.

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  3. Beach

    Praia 19

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    Costa da Caparica, Setúbal, Portugal

    Lisbon's favourite gay beach, on the Costa da Caparica south of the city. Praia 19 has a lively, welcoming crowd in summer and a clothing-optional stretch. Reach it by ferry and the seasonal beach train.

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