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Calculated Shard: 43 (from laksa001)

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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa043.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://gobackpacking.com/how-to-enjoy-winter-portugal/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://gobackpacking.com/how-to-enjoy-winter-portugal/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/gobackpacking.com\/how-to-enjoy-winter-portugal\/","crawl_time":1774400618,"first_indexed_time":1545348238,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,gobackpacking!\/how-to-enjoy-winter-portugal\/ s443","src_root_hash":"15384012091083934643","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"How to Enjoy Winter in Portugal - Go Backpacking","meta_descriptions":["Tips for enjoying winter in Portugal include cliff walks, skiing, and celebrating New Year's Eve in Lisbon."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"If you fancy a European trip during the winter, then Portugal is worth a look.\nIn terms of temperature, it is a country of contrasts at this time of year - the beaches remain open in the southern Algarve region, while skiing is available in Serra de Estrela in the east.\nIf you fancy something in between,\nNew Year's Eve\nin Lisbon is lively and friendly. Here are my three suggestions for making the most of Portugal this winter.\nWinter Walking in the Algarve\nCliff Walk in the Algarve\nWinter is a great time to visit the traditionally touristy\nAlgarve region\n, served by Faro Airport.\nRail links are good in Portugal. Inexpensive\ncar hire\ncan also be picked up during winter and is a great way to see the region.\nAlthough some restaurants and shops will close, most remain open, with the only nod to the season being slightly reduced opening hours.\nThe climate during the winter is excellent for walking. \nTry the rugged\ncliff-top paths\nbetween Salema and Luz or, for the more committed walker, the Algarve Way runs across the region, from the Spanish border in the east to Cape St Vincent, where Portugal's south and west coasts meet.\nNew Year's Eve in Lisbon\nLisbon, Portugal (photo: Yudis Asnar)\nNew Year's Eve in the capital\nLisbon\ncenters on Praça do Comércio (Commerce Square), or Terreiro do Paço (Palace Square), as confusingly it is often still known due to the palace that stood here until the late 18th century.\nLocated by the River Tagus, the evening typically involves a big-name band performing and fireworks to mark the beginning of the new year.\nYou don't have to be in the square to enjoy the fireworks - somewhere near the river is probably best and less crowded.\nAfterward, it's a good plan to head to the\nBairro Alto district\n, about a 15 to 20-minute walk away, where it's still lively, but a better selection of bars will be open through the night.\nSkiing in Serra da Estrela\nFresh snow in Serra da Estrella (photo: Luis Fonseca)\nThe\nSerra da Estrela National Park\nin western Portugal boasts the country's largest mountains, and during winter, there is skiing available.\nIt's not the biggest ski resort ever, but there are four lifts and nine runs, and it is ideal if you're into snowboarding or maybe just fancy a day or two on the slopes as part of a more extensive trip around the country. Even if you don't ski, the park looks stunning this time of year.\nI love Portugal in the winter as it offers infinite possibilities, particularly in the south where the weather is temperate and the coast less crowded than at other times of the year.\n___________\nAbout the Author:\nThis post was written by Duncan Constable.","attrs_markdown":"[Go Backpacking](https:\/\/gobackpacking.com\/)\n\n- [About](https:\/\/gobackpacking.com\/about\/)\n- [Travel Tips](https:\/\/gobackpacking.com\/best\/)\n  - [Accommodations](https:\/\/gobackpacking.com\/accommodations\/)\n  - [Budgeting & Money](https:\/\/gobackpacking.com\/budgeting-finances\/)\n  - [Adventure Travel](https:\/\/gobackpacking.com\/adventures\/)\n  - [Food & Drink](https:\/\/gobackpacking.com\/food\/)\n  - [Gear & Gadgets](https:\/\/gobackpacking.com\/gear\/)\n  - [Packing Tips](https:\/\/gobackpacking.com\/packing-tips-lists\/)\n  - [Travel Blogging](https:\/\/gobackpacking.com\/blogging\/)\n  - [Travel Insurance](https:\/\/gobackpacking.com\/best-travel-insurance\/)\n  - 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the beaches remain open in the southern Algarve region, while skiing is available in Serra de Estrela in the east.\n\nIf you fancy something in between, [New Year's Eve](https:\/\/gobackpacking.com\/celebrating-new-years-eve-abroad\/) in Lisbon is lively and friendly. Here are my three suggestions for making the most of Portugal this winter.\n\n## Winter Walking in the Algarve\n![Cliff Walk in the Algarve](https:\/\/gobackpacking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/11\/cliff-top-walking-in-the-Algarve.jpg)\n\nCliff Walk in the Algarve\n\nWinter is a great time to visit the traditionally touristy [Algarve region](https:\/\/gobackpacking.com\/things-to-do-algarve-portugal\/), served by Faro Airport.\n\nRail links are good in Portugal. Inexpensive [car hire](https:\/\/gobackpacking.com\/hiring-campervan-portugal\/) can also be picked up during winter and is a great way to see the region.\n\nAlthough some restaurants and shops will close, most remain open, with the only nod to the season being slightly reduced opening hours.\n\nThe climate during the winter is excellent for walking.\n\nTry the rugged [cliff-top paths](https:\/\/gobackpacking.com\/best-hiking-in-portugal\/) between Salema and Luz or, for the more committed walker, the Algarve Way runs across the region, from the Spanish border in the east to Cape St Vincent, where Portugal's south and west coasts meet.\n\n## New Year's Eve in Lisbon\n[![Lisbon](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%200%200'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)![Lisbon](https:\/\/farm4.staticflickr.com\/3125\/2848664520_7999a801ff_z.jpg)](http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/yudis-asnar\/2848664520\/)\n\nLisbon, Portugal (photo: Yudis Asnar)\n\nNew Year's Eve in the capital [Lisbon](https:\/\/gobackpacking.com\/best-cities-in-portugal\/) centers on Praça do Comércio (Commerce Square), or Terreiro do Paço (Palace Square), as confusingly it is often still known due to the palace that stood here until the late 18th century.\n\nLocated by the River Tagus, the evening typically involves a big-name band performing and fireworks to mark the beginning of the new year.\n\nYou don't have to be in the square to enjoy the fireworks - somewhere near the river is probably best and less crowded.\n\nAfterward, it's a good plan to head to the [Bairro Alto district](https:\/\/gobackpacking.com\/lisbon-budget-travel-guide\/), about a 15 to 20-minute walk away, where it's still lively, but a better selection of bars will be open through the night.\n\n## Skiing in Serra da Estrela\n[![Fresh snow in Serra da Estrella, a popular area for skiing during winter in Portugal](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%200%200'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)![Fresh snow in Serra da Estrella, a popular area for skiing during winter in Portugal](https:\/\/farm4.staticflickr.com\/3472\/3229417353_4154038393_z.jpg?zz=1)](http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/lfonseca\/3229417353\/)\n\nFresh snow in Serra da Estrella (photo: Luis Fonseca)\n\nThe [Serra da Estrela National Park](https:\/\/www.centerofportugal.com\/poi\/serra-da-estrela-natural-park) in western Portugal boasts the country's largest mountains, and during winter, there is skiing available.\n\nIt's not the biggest ski resort ever, but there are four lifts and nine runs, and it is ideal if you're into snowboarding or maybe just fancy a day or two on the slopes as part of a more extensive trip around the country. Even if you don't ski, the park looks stunning this time of year.\n\nI love Portugal in the winter as it offers infinite possibilities, particularly in the south where the weather is temperate and the coast less crowded than at other times of the year.\n\n\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\n\n***About the Author:** This post was written by Duncan Constable.*\n\n## Related Stories\n- [![Porto, Portugal (photo: Alexander Popovkin, Unsplash).](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20360%20480'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)![Porto, Portugal (photo: Alexander Popovkin, Unsplash).](https:\/\/gobackpacking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Porto-aerial-360x480.jpg)How To Put Down Roots in Portugal: A Backpacker’s Guide To Buying a Home Base](https:\/\/gobackpacking.com\/how-to-put-down-roots-portugal-backpackers-guide\/)\n- [![Beautiful Porto (photo: Evan Verni).](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20360%20480'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)![Beautiful Porto (photo: Evan Verni).](https:\/\/gobackpacking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Porto-Portugal-1200px-360x480.jpg)Dreaming of a Holiday Home in Portugal? 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Here are my three suggestions for making the most of Portugal this winter.\n\n## Winter Walking in the Algarve\n![Cliff Walk in the Algarve](https:\/\/gobackpacking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/11\/cliff-top-walking-in-the-Algarve.jpg)\n\nCliff Walk in the Algarve\n\nWinter is a great time to visit the traditionally touristy [Algarve region](https:\/\/gobackpacking.com\/things-to-do-algarve-portugal\/), served by Faro Airport.\n\nRail links are good in Portugal. Inexpensive [car hire](https:\/\/gobackpacking.com\/hiring-campervan-portugal\/) can also be picked up during winter and is a great way to see the region.\n\nAlthough some restaurants and shops will close, most remain open, with the only nod to the season being slightly reduced opening hours.\n\nThe climate during the winter is excellent for walking.\n\nTry the rugged [cliff-top paths](https:\/\/gobackpacking.com\/best-hiking-in-portugal\/) between Salema and Luz or, for the more committed walker, the Algarve Way runs across the region, from the Spanish border in the east to Cape St Vincent, where Portugal's south and west coasts meet.\n\n## New Year's Eve in Lisbon\n[![Lisbon](https:\/\/farm4.staticflickr.com\/3125\/2848664520_7999a801ff_z.jpg)](http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/yudis-asnar\/2848664520\/)\n\nLisbon, Portugal (photo: Yudis Asnar)\n\nNew Year's Eve in the capital [Lisbon](https:\/\/gobackpacking.com\/best-cities-in-portugal\/) centers on Praça do Comércio (Commerce Square), or Terreiro do Paço (Palace Square), as confusingly it is often still known due to the palace that stood here until the late 18th century.\n\nLocated by the River Tagus, the evening typically involves a big-name band performing and fireworks to mark the beginning of the new year.\n\nYou don't have to be in the square to enjoy the fireworks - somewhere near the river is probably best and less crowded.\n\nAfterward, it's a good plan to head to the [Bairro Alto district](https:\/\/gobackpacking.com\/lisbon-budget-travel-guide\/), about a 15 to 20-minute walk away, where it's still lively, but a better selection of bars will be open through the night.\n\n## Skiing in Serra da Estrela\n[![Fresh snow in Serra da Estrella, a popular area for skiing during winter in Portugal](https:\/\/farm4.staticflickr.com\/3472\/3229417353_4154038393_z.jpg?zz=1)](http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/lfonseca\/3229417353\/)\n\nFresh snow in Serra da Estrella (photo: Luis Fonseca)\n\nThe [Serra da Estrela National Park](https:\/\/www.centerofportugal.com\/poi\/serra-da-estrela-natural-park) in western Portugal boasts the country's largest mountains, and during winter, there is skiing available.\n\nIt's not the biggest ski resort ever, but there are four lifts and nine runs, and it is ideal if you're into snowboarding or maybe just fancy a day or two on the slopes as part of a more extensive trip around the country. 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Boilerpipe Text	If you fancy a European trip during the winter, then Portugal is worth a look. In terms of temperature, it is a country of contrasts at this time of year - the beaches remain open in the southern Algarve region, while skiing is available in Serra de Estrela in the east. If you fancy something in between, New Year's Eve in Lisbon is lively and friendly. Here are my three suggestions for making the most of Portugal this winter. Winter Walking in the Algarve Cliff Walk in the Algarve Winter is a great time to visit the traditionally touristy Algarve region , served by Faro Airport. Rail links are good in Portugal. Inexpensive car hire can also be picked up during winter and is a great way to see the region. Although some restaurants and shops will close, most remain open, with the only nod to the season being slightly reduced opening hours. The climate during the winter is excellent for walking. Try the rugged cliff-top paths between Salema and Luz or, for the more committed walker, the Algarve Way runs across the region, from the Spanish border in the east to Cape St Vincent, where Portugal's south and west coasts meet. New Year's Eve in Lisbon Lisbon, Portugal (photo: Yudis Asnar) New Year's Eve in the capital Lisbon centers on Praça do Comércio (Commerce Square), or Terreiro do Paço (Palace Square), as confusingly it is often still known due to the palace that stood here until the late 18th century. Located by the River Tagus, the evening typically involves a big-name band performing and fireworks to mark the beginning of the new year. You don't have to be in the square to enjoy the fireworks - somewhere near the river is probably best and less crowded. Afterward, it's a good plan to head to the Bairro Alto district , about a 15 to 20-minute walk away, where it's still lively, but a better selection of bars will be open through the night. Skiing in Serra da Estrela Fresh snow in Serra da Estrella (photo: Luis Fonseca) The Serra da Estrela National Park in western Portugal boasts the country's largest mountains, and during winter, there is skiing available. It's not the biggest ski resort ever, but there are four lifts and nine runs, and it is ideal if you're into snowboarding or maybe just fancy a day or two on the slopes as part of a more extensive trip around the country. Even if you don't ski, the park looks stunning this time of year. I love Portugal in the winter as it offers infinite possibilities, particularly in the south where the weather is temperate and the coast less crowded than at other times of the year. ___________ About the Author: This post was written by Duncan Constable.
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In terms of temperature, it is a country of contrasts at this time of year - the beaches remain open in the southern Algarve region, while skiing is available in Serra de Estrela in the east. If you fancy something in between, [New Year's Eve](https://gobackpacking.com/celebrating-new-years-eve-abroad/) in Lisbon is lively and friendly. Here are my three suggestions for making the most of Portugal this winter. ## Winter Walking in the Algarve ![Cliff Walk in the Algarve](https://gobackpacking.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/cliff-top-walking-in-the-Algarve.jpg) Cliff Walk in the Algarve Winter is a great time to visit the traditionally touristy [Algarve region](https://gobackpacking.com/things-to-do-algarve-portugal/), served by Faro Airport. Rail links are good in Portugal. Inexpensive [car hire](https://gobackpacking.com/hiring-campervan-portugal/) can also be picked up during winter and is a great way to see the region. Although some restaurants and shops will close, most remain open, with the only nod to the season being slightly reduced opening hours. The climate during the winter is excellent for walking. Try the rugged [cliff-top paths](https://gobackpacking.com/best-hiking-in-portugal/) between Salema and Luz or, for the more committed walker, the Algarve Way runs across the region, from the Spanish border in the east to Cape St Vincent, where Portugal's south and west coasts meet. ## New Year's Eve in Lisbon [![Lisbon](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%200%200'%3E%3C/svg%3E)![Lisbon](https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3125/2848664520_7999a801ff_z.jpg)](http://www.flickr.com/photos/yudis-asnar/2848664520/) Lisbon, Portugal (photo: Yudis Asnar) New Year's Eve in the capital [Lisbon](https://gobackpacking.com/best-cities-in-portugal/) centers on Praça do Comércio (Commerce Square), or Terreiro do Paço (Palace Square), as confusingly it is often still known due to the palace that stood here until the late 18th century. Located by the River Tagus, the evening typically involves a big-name band performing and fireworks to mark the beginning of the new year. You don't have to be in the square to enjoy the fireworks - somewhere near the river is probably best and less crowded. Afterward, it's a good plan to head to the [Bairro Alto district](https://gobackpacking.com/lisbon-budget-travel-guide/), about a 15 to 20-minute walk away, where it's still lively, but a better selection of bars will be open through the night. ## Skiing in Serra da Estrela [![Fresh snow in Serra da Estrella, a popular area for skiing during winter in Portugal](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%200%200'%3E%3C/svg%3E)![Fresh snow in Serra da Estrella, a popular area for skiing during winter in Portugal](https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3472/3229417353_4154038393_z.jpg?zz=1)](http://www.flickr.com/photos/lfonseca/3229417353/) Fresh snow in Serra da Estrella (photo: Luis Fonseca) The [Serra da Estrela National Park](https://www.centerofportugal.com/poi/serra-da-estrela-natural-park) in western Portugal boasts the country's largest mountains, and during winter, there is skiing available. It's not the biggest ski resort ever, but there are four lifts and nine runs, and it is ideal if you're into snowboarding or maybe just fancy a day or two on the slopes as part of a more extensive trip around the country. Even if you don't ski, the park looks stunning this time of year. 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Readable Markdown	If you fancy a European trip during the winter, then Portugal is worth a look. In terms of temperature, it is a country of contrasts at this time of year - the beaches remain open in the southern Algarve region, while skiing is available in Serra de Estrela in the east. If you fancy something in between, [New Year's Eve](https://gobackpacking.com/celebrating-new-years-eve-abroad/) in Lisbon is lively and friendly. Here are my three suggestions for making the most of Portugal this winter. ## Winter Walking in the Algarve ![Cliff Walk in the Algarve](https://gobackpacking.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/cliff-top-walking-in-the-Algarve.jpg) Cliff Walk in the Algarve Winter is a great time to visit the traditionally touristy [Algarve region](https://gobackpacking.com/things-to-do-algarve-portugal/), served by Faro Airport. Rail links are good in Portugal. Inexpensive [car hire](https://gobackpacking.com/hiring-campervan-portugal/) can also be picked up during winter and is a great way to see the region. Although some restaurants and shops will close, most remain open, with the only nod to the season being slightly reduced opening hours. The climate during the winter is excellent for walking. Try the rugged [cliff-top paths](https://gobackpacking.com/best-hiking-in-portugal/) between Salema and Luz or, for the more committed walker, the Algarve Way runs across the region, from the Spanish border in the east to Cape St Vincent, where Portugal's south and west coasts meet. ## New Year's Eve in Lisbon [![Lisbon](https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3125/2848664520_7999a801ff_z.jpg)](http://www.flickr.com/photos/yudis-asnar/2848664520/) Lisbon, Portugal (photo: Yudis Asnar) New Year's Eve in the capital [Lisbon](https://gobackpacking.com/best-cities-in-portugal/) centers on Praça do Comércio (Commerce Square), or Terreiro do Paço (Palace Square), as confusingly it is often still known due to the palace that stood here until the late 18th century. Located by the River Tagus, the evening typically involves a big-name band performing and fireworks to mark the beginning of the new year. You don't have to be in the square to enjoy the fireworks - somewhere near the river is probably best and less crowded. Afterward, it's a good plan to head to the [Bairro Alto district](https://gobackpacking.com/lisbon-budget-travel-guide/), about a 15 to 20-minute walk away, where it's still lively, but a better selection of bars will be open through the night. ## Skiing in Serra da Estrela [![Fresh snow in Serra da Estrella, a popular area for skiing during winter in Portugal](https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3472/3229417353_4154038393_z.jpg?zz=1)](http://www.flickr.com/photos/lfonseca/3229417353/) Fresh snow in Serra da Estrella (photo: Luis Fonseca) The [Serra da Estrela National Park](https://www.centerofportugal.com/poi/serra-da-estrela-natural-park) in western Portugal boasts the country's largest mountains, and during winter, there is skiing available. It's not the biggest ski resort ever, but there are four lifts and nine runs, and it is ideal if you're into snowboarding or maybe just fancy a day or two on the slopes as part of a more extensive trip around the country. Even if you don't ski, the park looks stunning this time of year. I love Portugal in the winter as it offers infinite possibilities, particularly in the south where the weather is temperate and the coast less crowded than at other times of the year. \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ *About the Author: This post was written by Duncan Constable.*
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