Blanca Valbuena

Why does the Alfama smell so bad?

AskCategory: TravelWhy does the Alfama smell so bad?
Larry and Family asked 5 years ago

Last year we stayed in an Airbnb in the Alfama district of Lisbon and the apartment was crappy but fine, the thing that got us was the smell outside. It was June and not only the street had an egg like odor but the outside cafes. YUCK. Is it because of the sewers or garbage? This year we are coming back but will probably stay near the water.

1 Answers
Blanca Staff answered 2 years ago

Hi Larry (and Family),

I'm not sure, when I stayed there one Summer it didn't smell. It very well may be the sewers.

Hope you have a great time during your next stay.

Blanca