The summer holidays are here, and so are the road trips! How about exploring the wonders of Portugal in your electric car this year? Chargemap gives you access to charging stations in Portugal and across Europe 🇵🇹✨
Key Takeaways
- The Chargemap Pass gives you access to the main Portuguese networks, including Powerdot, Galp, EDP Comercial and Atlante, as well as over 1,000,000 charge points across Europe.
- The cost simulator built into the app lets you estimate the price of each charging session in Portugal, where rates can vary significantly from one network to another.
- Real-time charge point availability and Chargemap community reviews help you choose the most reliable stations along your route.
- The route planner calculates your charging stops based on your real-world range, ideal for major routes such as Porto ↔ Lisbon.
- One Pass, one app: charge without friction in Portugal, France, Spain or anywhere else in Europe.
Simplify your charging... even abroad
Chargemap already has over 3 million electric vehicle drivers across Europe. Thanks to the Chargemap Pass, you can access more than 1,000,000 compatible charge points throughout Europe, including the main Portuguese networks such as Powerdot, Galp, EDP Comercial and Atlante.
Whether you are on holiday in Portugal or a Portuguese driver travelling in Europe, charging your electric car has never been simpler: one Pass, over 2,000 partner networks across Europe. And the icing on the cake? Deferred billing with no bank fees abroad, so you can manage your budget without any hassle.
Three smart tools for stress-free driving in Portugal
Real-time charge point availability
In Portugal, charge point reliability can vary depending on the route and the operator. Before each charging stop, check real-time availability on the Chargemap map and read the latest community reviews. This information helps you choose the most reliable charge point along your route and avoid unpleasant surprises on arrival.
↪️ Also read: Chargemap app: 3 new features for a stress-free summer
The smart route planner
The Chargemap route planner takes into account your car's range, battery status and preferences to suggest an optimised route with the best charging options. Particularly useful on major Portuguese routes, such as the A1 between Porto and Lisbon, where rapid charge points are still in high demand during the summer. No more worries about running out of power on holiday!
↪️ Also read: Your first EV road trip? The mistakes to avoid before you set off
The charging cost simulator
Charging rates in Portugal can be complex and vary significantly from one network to another. The simulator built into the Chargemap app lets you estimate the cost of each session based on your car model and up-to-date prices at charging stations. Find it directly on each station's pricing page in the app.
One last word before you hit the road
“Electric mobility is advancing rapidly in Portugal, a key market for both local drivers and European travellers. With Chargemap, we are meeting a strong demand: to be able to drive and charge anywhere, with ease and total confidence, in Portugal and throughout Europe.”
Yoann Nussbaumer, Founder of Chargemap
So, are you ready to explore Portugal's sunny roads this summer without a worry about charging?
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We answer your questions
Is the Chargemap Pass compatible with charge points in Portugal?
Yes. The Chargemap Pass is compatible with the main Portuguese networks: Powerdot, Galp, EDP Comercial, Atlante and many more.
How do I find out the cost of charging in Portugal?
From each charge point’s page in the Chargemap app, you can access current rates and use the charging cost simulator to estimate the price of your session based on your car model and the network used.
Does the Chargemap Pass work outside Portugal?
Yes. The Chargemap Pass works in 19 European countries, including France, Spain, Germany, Italy and many more. One badge to charge anywhere in Europe, with no bank fees abroad.
