Shareland iis a quiet, nature-based place on rustic land in the Sintra region of Portugal. A place for people who want to move, spend time outdoors and treat the landscape with respect.
Here, biking, surfing, climbing, simple accommodation, small encounters and permaculture come together. reduced, honest and far from mass tourism.
Movement within the landscape
Surfing and climbing activities are created in collaboration with local, independent partners.
Shareland itself does not offer courses or guided activities,
but provides space and basic infrastructure, voluntary, self-responsible and in harmony with nature.
Simple living close to nature.
Staying at Shareland means:
less comfort, more connection.
At Shareland there are no fixed prices. Stays are based on voluntary contributions (donations).
These contributions support:
care and regeneration of the land
the development of permaculture
simple infrastructure for movement and staying
Move. Share.
Regenerate.
Permaculture & local diversity
The land is shaped step by step according to permaculture principles. A special focus lies on healthy soils, water retention, biodiversity and planting and preserving old, local varieties.
Small encounters
Instead of large events, there are occasional small, quiet gatherings.
A project from the heart
Shareland is carried by people who work and earn their living outside this project, mostly in Switzerland. Shareland is not an income source, but a project from the heart.
Want to know more?
Use this Google Maps code: WH8P+3GQ São João das Lampas. We’re 2 mins from São Julião beach, near the village of Assafora.
No car? No problem!
You can reach us by Uber or Bolt – it costs around €30–40. We can book it for you (let us know in advance), or just set Shareland as destination in the app.
You can park safely and for free just next to the camp, there is a carpark on the road down towards the forest.
Our camp kitchen is a shared space, open to all guests and fully equipped with everything you need to cook comfortably. We encourage a communal spirit and love seeing guests enjoy the space together. Since breakfast is included in your stay, our team will use the kitchen in the morning to prepare meals for everyone. We kindly ask for your understanding and cooperation during these times.
As our camp is quite small, we do our best to make sure our dorms are comfortable and welcoming for everyone. In many cases, our dorms are mixed-gender, meaning guests of all genders may share the same room. We kindly ask for your understanding and respectful attitude toward other guests. If you have specific preferences, feel free to contact us in advance — we'll do our best to accommodate your needs whenever possible.
Our community is small and personal, which creates a great social atmosphere. We welcome international guests from all over the world, giving you the chance to meet people from different cultures and backgrounds. Many of our visitors even make lifelong friends during their stay with us.
Please be aware that you ride at your own risk. Our camp is not responsible for any injuries or accidents that may occur while mountain biking. For your peace of mind, we strongly recommend that you have appropriate travel or accident insurance that covers outdoor activities. Stay safe and have fun on the trails!