Ponte de Lima, PT
Part of the Ponte da Barca market area
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Overview
Annual Rev
€17.2k
12 mo avg
↓3%
from prior 12 mo
Occupancy rate
29%
12 mo avg
↓4%
from prior 12 mo
Avg daily rate
€149
12 mo avg
↑15%
from prior 12 mo
Lead time
32 days
12 mo avg
↓8 days
from prior 12 mo
Revpar
€30
12 mo avg
↓26%
from prior 12 mo
Methodology note: Figures reflect Ponte Da Barca market data as of June 2026. Data covers Airbnb, VRBO, and Booking.com listings. Values are seasonally influenced; rounding applied for readability.
Revenue per listing by bedroom
Bedroom count:
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Short-term rental supply growth
Performance metrics by bedroom
Bedrooms
Annual Rev
Supply
Revenue boost by amenity
| Amenity | Listings With | Revenue Boost | Revenue With | Revenue Without |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sauna | — | +€31,917 | — | — |
| Pool | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| Hot Tub | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| Washing Machine | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| Air conditioning | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
Nightly rate by day of week
Occupancy rate by day of week
Listings by channel
Listings by rental type
Listings by amenities
Listings by size
4+ bedrooms (0%)
Listings by availability
Length of stay by bedroom
3 bedrooms (5.4 nights)
4+ bedrooms (5.2 nights)
2 bedrooms (4.8 nights)
1 bedroom (3.9 nights)
Cleaning fee by bedroom
4+ bedrooms (€171)
3 bedrooms (€65)
2 bedrooms (€32)
1 bedroom (€27)
Professional host share
Professionally managed (66%)
Independent hosts (34%)
As of June 2026, Ponte da Barca, Viana do Castelo, Braga have 961 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 0% increase from the previous year.
The average Airbnb or VRBO in Ponte da Barca generates €12K per year. High-performing properties earn €27K/year, while low-performing properties earn €5K/year. This wide revenue spread suggests that market rewards are heavily polarized, with top-tier listings capturing a disproportionate share of total demand despite stagnant supply growth.
Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Ponte da Barca. Average annual revenue is €12K with 25% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €27K/year. The delta between average and high-end performance highlights that profitability is currently contingent on achieving superior asset differentiation rather than broad market growth.
The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Ponte da Barca is 25%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €152, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €23 per day.
4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Ponte da Barca, with annual revenue of €23K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Ponte da Barca market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.
Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Ponte da Barca area. Ponte da Barca: Lenient. National registration (AL/Alojamento Local) required but minimal local oversight. No owner-occupancy rules or density caps. Light enforcement in practice. Viana do Castelo: Lenient. AL registration mandatory, basic safety standards. No occupancy requirements or rental caps. Enforcement sporadic, focused on tax compliance. Braga: Moderate. AL registration required, stricter in historic center with some density awareness. No formal caps but growing oversight. Moderate enforcement, increasing inspections. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.
The Ponte da Barca Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has grown 0% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 22%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The decline in RevPAR alongside stable supply suggests that existing inventory is facing downward pressure on pricing power.
Launch around May, 2-3 months before peak summer season (August peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 34% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (March-February) when gaining traction is harder.
The most common amenities in Ponte da Barca listings include: Kitchen (95%), Tv (80%), Air Conditioning (70%), Balcony (63%), Washing Machine (61%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Hot Tub, Air Conditioning, with Pool properties earning approximately 128% more (€39K/year vs €17K/year).
Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Ponte da Barca over the last 12 months: May: €581, June: €908, July: €1K, August: €1K, September: €845, October: €422, November: €435, December: €778, January: €370, February: €308, March: €411, April: €689. These figures are based on RevPAR (revenue per available room) multiplied by the number of days in each month.
The overall average nightly rate in Ponte da Barca is €152, up 13% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €94/night, 2-bedroom properties average €121/night, 3-bedroom properties average €157/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €426/night. Rates peak in December and are lowest in May.
Guests in Ponte da Barca book an average of 31 days in advance, down 29% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 29 days, 2-bedroom: 29 days, 3-bedroom: 31 days, 4+ bedroom: 37 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.
Over the past year, the Ponte da Barca Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply grew 0%, revenue per listing decreased 22%, occupancy fell 8%, average nightly rates increased 13%, and lead time decreased 29%. These metrics reflect a contraction in demand intensity, forcing hosts to adjust pricing strategies amidst shrinking booking windows.
In Ponte da Barca, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Monday. Weekends show 31% higher occupancy than weekdays.