Looking for the best scenic Portugal roads for an unforgettable road trip? Discover 4 great suggestions.

• Difficulty level: Medium. The 93 curves of the main stretch require attention, steady hands on the wheel and eyes on the road (and not just on the river), but the asphalt is of good quality.
  
  
• Recommended stops:
• Pinhão village (railway station with traditional azulejo tiles and riverside area).
• Casal de Loivos viewpoint.
• Historic wine estates.
  
  
• Guerin Tip: If you plan to visit a wine estate for a tasting, make sure you add an Additional Driver to your reservation. That way, one can enjoy the wine while the other enjoys the drive (safely, of course).

This is the perfect setting to feel like a wine aristocrat, even if your wine knowledge goes no further than red or white.

N338-1 e N339: Serra da Estrela.

Reaching the highest point in mainland Portugal is a rite of passage for any road trip enthusiast. The N338-1 and N339 roads connect Manteigas to Torre and offer one of the most striking mountain driving experiences on Portugal roads.

Expect dramatic panoramic views over the Zêzere Glacial Valley, granite rock formations and, in winter, snow-covered landscapes.

• Difficulty level: High. Steep gradients and tight curves. Snow chains may be required during winter months.
  
  
• Recommended stops:
• Covão d’Ametade.
• Torre da Serra da Estrela (to taste the famous Serra cheese). 
• Zêzere Glacial Valley.
  
  
• Guerin Tip: For this type of route, glass and wheel protection is especially important due to the uneven terrain and loose rocks.

What makes this drive special is the feeling of being on top of the world, with vast horizons stretching in every direction.

For travellers drawn to the Atlantic, the N120 road, crossing the Southwest Alentejo and Vicentine Coast Natural Park, offers one of the most authentic coastal driving experiences in Portugal and one of the most beautiful coastal roads of Portugal.

Towering cliffs, wild beaches, fields of flowers and the constant scent of the sea define this untamed stretch of coastline. Here, the GPS often feels secondary to the horizon ahead. Just roll down the windows, feel the breeze and let the road guide you.

• Difficulty level: Low. A relaxed and mostly flat drive, ideal for unhurried journeys.
  
  
• Recommended stops:
• Vila Nova de Milfontes.
• Zambujeira do Mar Beach.
• Cape St. Vincent for an unforgettable sunset.

What makes this road special is the calmness of driving for kilometres between green countryside and the deep blue ocean, far from large crowds.

National Road 2 (N2): Portugal’s "Route 66”.

• Difficulty level: Variable. The road alternates between mountain sections, long straight stretches, plains, rivers and historic towns.
  
  
• Recommended stops:
• Kilometre zero and the Roman Bridge in Chaves.
• Peso da Régua.
• Sanctuary of Nossa Senhora dos Remédios in Lamego.
• Geographic Centre of Portugal in Vila de Rei.
• Alentejo reservoirs and rural villages.

• Check your vehicle: Before heading into the mountains or crossing regions like Alentejo, make sure oil levels and tyre pressure are correct. Or better yet, rent a car from Guerin and receive it ready to go.
• Be cautious on curves: On mountain roads, use engine braking and avoid overtaking in areas with limited visibility.
• Respect speed limits: Many of these roads pass through villages and protected wildlife areas, where animals may cross the road.

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