Creative Communities for the Silver Coast

The application "Creative Clusters in Urban Areas of Low Density", recently approved by the European Union, will be led by the Municipality of Obidos (Silver Coast - Portugal). It was one of the 24 approved applications, among 120 projects across Europe.

This is a partnership with four European cities (Reggio Emilia - Italy, Mizil - Romania, Enguera - Spain and Catanzaro - Italy), and aims to enhance the economic, social and territorial dynamic’s of low density areas, with creative activities functioning as motors of the local communities.

It will be then extended in a second phase, another five to seven partners, three of which need not be cities. The draft budget will be 710 thousand euros for the two phases: the first stage (development), with a period of 6 months and the second phase (implementation), with duration of 30 months).

The project is based on the assumption that the creative activities can be the driving force of economic development as well as social and territorial cohesion of small towns, against the traditional trend of exodus of the population (particularly the young population) for big cities. The creative activities, in addition to generating employment, create value and promote integrated local economic development, have also to take up as central strategies in marketing or affirmation of the image and identity of cities and/ or regions, can make it become more attractive to the establishment of new businesses, residents and visitors.

In this context, the goal is, first, attract creative people (including families of young talent, creative adults undergoing change of career and retired assets…) and, secondly, attract small businesses in the areas of creative design, crafts, Art, antiques, music, advertising and architecture, which are the result of entrepreneurship assets of talents who want to live and work in these creative communities.

Obidos, Researchers prepare solutions for sustainability

The council of Obidos gave the following task to the StaR course, which occurred in Obidos from 7 to April 11: to develop practical solutions in order to transform the beautiful medieval town in an Eco-Town for a sustainable future.

The program STaR City brought together young researchers with multidisciplinary skills and aims to find solutions to current environmental issues and thus contribute to sustainable urban development in Europe.

Obidos has a great opportunity to become the first Portuguese village to reach the point of zero-emissions through the optimization of existing infrastructure, introduction of renewable energy, sustainable solutions to transport and waste management.

This course has a special focus on intelligent infrastructure systems, sustainable transport, sustainable tourism, evaluation of impacts, challenges to local authorities and others to be addressed by young researchers. The Municipality of Obidos and STaR encourages groups to submit ideas and new solutions for the future development of this town, to be replicated in other communities in Europe. Municipal authorities emerged with a vision that points to the creation of a new standard for urban spaces in Portugal and the results that flow from this event can be replicated in many other Portuguese communities.

The challenges and impacts of tourism are recognized in all municipalities and have been taking this into account which reached a basis for cooperation. The concept of Eco-Town, once implemented, should, first, protect the local environment of the negative impacts of tourism and, second, become a reference and have a role in attraction as a catalyst for the planning and improving quality of life. Funded by the Marie Curie programme, the STaR City is a unique project composed of a series of events covering the four key sectors in sustainable urban development: energy, transportation, waste management and urban planning.

The participants, students in doctoral and post-doctoral, with different skills from different disciplines and countries, provided the basis for innovative solutions and discussed real problems within the theme of sustainable solutions. They were also present, in large, internationally renowned experts, together with representatives from universities-edge, businesses, municipal and national authorities as well as the European Union.

Silver Coast and Obidos, always looking for improvement!

Oeste - The Silver Coast Property Investment Guide

At the new MovePortugal Blog Spot would like to share our exceptional knowledge of the Silver Coast.

We plan to keep you updated with important news that will be helpful to potential buyers who want to invest in this wonderful area.
Coming soon we will be sharing hot of the press information with you like the construction of new shopping centres, golfing developments, Marinas and hotels.


For the newcomers to the OESTE region of Portugal or for those of you that have recently discovered the magic of the ‘Costa de Prata’ or better known as the Silver Coast we would like to start by introducing you to the key towns and villages in the area and the key facts about their locations.


Today we are concentrating on the coastline between Obidos Lagoon and Sao Martinho bay.

Areas to Invest
Serra do Bouro – Oeste - Capital Growth Investment
Key Facts :

Current square meter value: 1000 – 1200m2
Capital Growth Prospect: HIGH
Rental prospect: Currently LOW – MEDIUM
Location: Between two popular tourist destinations Foz do Arelho and Sao Martinho
Types of Views: Country
Local Amenities: Cafes, Restaurants
Tourist Attractions: Obidos Lagoon, Foz do Arelho and Sao Martinho Beaches
Map: http://mapas.sapo.pt/#M=39.45507,-9.18095,11
Future projects: 5 star Golf resort to be started in 2008 with 5 star hotels
Nearest major town: Caldas da Rainha
Distance from Lisbon: 45 minutes
Type of property to buy: Plots for construction, old buildings/villas for restoration

Our current Property Listings in this area:

• Plot for Sale - Silver Coast Serra do Bouro Sao Martinho do Porto Portugal



• Land for Sale - Silver Coast Serra do Bouro Sao Martinho do Porto Portugal



• Land for Sale - Silver Coast Serra do Bouro Portugal



• Plot for Sale - Silver Coast Serra do Bouro Portugal



• Villa for Sale - Silver Coast Serra do Bouro Portugal



• House for Sale - Silver Coast Serra do Bouro 4 bed detached house Portugal

Foz do Arelho / Nadadouro -Oeste – Capital Growth Investment & Rental Income
Key Facts :

Current square meter value: 1500-2000m2 (dependant on the views, quality of finish and age of property)
Capital Growth Prospect: MEDIUM
Rental Prospects: 90% occupancy for summer 2007 - HIGH
Location: Situated at the entrance of the famous Obidos Lagoon
Types of views: Lagoon, Sea, Beach and Country
Local Amenities: Beach Cafes, Restaurants, Mini Supermarket, Butchers, Hairdressers, Pharmacy, Night Club Tourist Attractions: Beach bars, Night Club ( http://www.discotecagreenhill.com/ ) Surfing ( http://escolasurfoz.com/ ), Kite Surfing, Wind Surfing, Hobby Cat ( http://escoladeveladalagoa.com/), Jet Ski
Map: http://mapas.sapo.pt/#M=39.43601,-9.21445,11
Future Projects: 5 star Golf resort to be started in 2008 with 5 star hotels, Nature walks and wooden bridges around and across the Obidos Lagoon
Nearest major town: Caldas da Rainha
Distance from Lisbon: 45 minutes
Type of property to buy: Villas, Plots for constructions and sea or lagoon view apartments and town houses.

Our current Property Listings in this area:

• Land for Sale - Silver Coast Foz do Arelho - oeste -Portugal



• Plot for Sale - Silver Coast Foz do Arelho Portugal



• Apartment for Sale - Silver Coast Foz do Arelho Portugal



• Property for Sale - Land Silver Coast Foz do Arelho Portugal



• Property for Sale Portugal - Silver Coast Foz do Arelho Portugal



• 5 year old Apartment for Sale - Silver Coast Foz do Arelho Portugal



• Property for Sale - Apartment Sea views Foz do Arelho Silver Coast Portugal



• House for Sale - Silver Coast Oeste Foz do Arelho Portugal



• Villa for Sale - Silver Coast Nadadouro Obidos Portugal



• Property for Sale - Silver Coast Atalaia Portugal



• House for Sale - Silver Coast Nadadouro Obidos villa 3 bed



• Rural Property for Sale Portugal - Silver Coast Nadadouro Obidos



• Villa for Sale - Silver Coast Nadadouro Foz do Arelho Portugal



• Plot for Sale - Silver Coast Foz do Arelho for construction



• Property for Sale Oeste - Silver Coast Nadadouro obidos lagoon Portugal



• Villa for Sale - Silver Coast Villa in Nadadouro Foz do Arelho



• Property for Restoration - Silver Coast Portugal



• Property for Sale - Silver Coast Portugal project approved



• Property for Sale - Silver Coast Villa Nadadouro Foz do Arelho



• Property for Sale Oeste - Silver Coast off-plan villas Foz do Arelho

Salir do Porto – Capital Growth & Rental income
Key Facts

Current square meter value: 1200-1500m2
Capital Growth Prospect: Medium-High
Rental Prospects: Medium
Location: Coastal town between São Martinho and Foz do Arelho
Type of views: Sea, beach and country
Local amenities: Cafés, Restaurants, Beach
Tourist attractions: Large sand dunes and nature trails
Map: http://mapas.sapo.pt/#M=39.49684,-9.1527,11
Future Projects: 5 star Golf resort to be started in 2008 with 5 star hotels
Nearest Major Town: Caldas da Rainha
Distance from Lisbon: 50 minutes
Type of property to buy: New villas, offplan villas, restoration projects, Land

Our current Property Listings in this area:

• Land for Sale - Silver Coast Salir do Porto - Oeste Portugal



• Property Off Plan - Silver Coast - Salir do Porto Portugal



• Property for Sale - off-plan Silver Coast Salir do Porto Portugal



• Business for Sale Portugal - Restaurant Salir do Porto Silver Coast



• Property for Sale Portugal - Off-plan investment in Salir do Porto Silver Coast Portugal

Silver Coast Investments - Obidos Lagoon

This is a brand new development of luxury town houses on the edge of the Obidos Lagoon.

The location of this silver coast development is on the southern side of the Obidos lagoon which also incorporates an 18 hole championship golf courses namely; Praia del Rey. Other golf courses are now under construction in the immediate area:- Bom Successo (completes in late 2009), Royal Obidos &Green Hill two new Oceanico golf courses and a second Praia del Rey 18 hole golf course.

This area has recently been dubbed as the Golden Triangle of the Silver Coast.

This is an excellent investment opportunity for Capital Growth and a good potential for rental income.