Our story:
Camping Istas’ Garden, which opened in March 2019, is a family campsite created by us, Cláudia and Pedro, a Portuguese couple with a passion for camping. When we built the house, we decided to turn the garden into a small campsite, offering an open-air hotel experience combined with wine tourism.
The park is equipped with drinkable water, electricity (16A), a barbecue, a dumping area, toilets, showers with hot water, a fully equipped kitchen, a washing machine and dryer, free Wi-Fi and a heated indoor swimming pool. Our space guarantees a comfortable and accessible stay for everyone.
Dedicated to wine tourism, we occasionally offer wine tastings from the Douro and Vinho Verde regions. Our mission is to provide a unique outdoor and wine tourism experience, combining comfort, accessibility and nature.
Sustainability – We promote recycling, the responsible use of water and ecological practices to minimise environmental impact.
Accessibility – We have inclusive facilities to ensure a comfortable and accessible stay for everyone.
Friends of animals – Pets are welcome. We just ask that owners ensure that their pets’ needs are met outside the campsite, respecting cleanliness, and that they are always close to their owners (on a leash) for everyone’s well-being.
Respect for nature – We value and protect the environment, encouraging the preservation of gardens and natural spaces.
Our Location:
Rua da Cavada, 617, Madalena, Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal (4405-519),
GPS: 41º06’29.3”N 008º38’47.8”W.
Camping Istas’ Garden is situated just 8 kilometres from Porto and 2 kilometres from the beach, offering the perfect balance between the tranquillity of the countryside and the proximity of urban life. To explore the city and the region, various transport options are available:
Bicycle: Continuing from the park to the beach and then along the waterfront, the route to the Luís I Bridge is around 11 kilometres long, offering panoramic views of the beaches, the Douro River and the city.
Bus: 12-minute walk away, you’ll find lines 901 and 906, which connect Madalena/ Vila Nova de Gaia to Ribeira do Porto, crossing the Luís I Bridge. STCP: http://www.stcp.pt
Train: Madalena railway station is about a 20-minute walk away. The Aveiro Line takes you to São Bento Station in 13 minutes. CP: www.cp.pt
Uber/Bolt or Taxi: The journey between the park and Jardim do Morro (Ponte Luís I) takes 15 to 20 minutes, depending on traffic.
