Can I drink the tap water?

How good is the tap water in Lisbon, Portugal ?


59 people said "I love the tap water here", 55 people said "The tap water is not safe to drink", 23 people said "I drink filtered tap water".

All in all, 43% of folks here drink from the tap.



How good is the tap water in all of Portugal?


46 people said "I drink filtered tap water", 162 people said "I love the tap water here", 144 people said "The tap water is not safe to drink".

All in all, 46% of folks here drink from the tap.


Can you drink the tap water in Lisbon then?


The tap water in Lisbon is generally considered safe to drink. It is treated and meets the European Union's drinking water standards. However, some people may find the taste slightly different due to the chlorine used in the treatment process. If you prefer, you can also buy bottled water, which is widely available in Lisbon.



Further reading on tap water in Lisbon


The best source for verifying tap water quality in Lisbon is the Portuguese Environmental Agency (APA). They regularly monitor and analyze the water quality in Lisbon and provide detailed reports. Here is the link to their website where you can find the latest information on tap water quality in Lisbon:

1.Portuguese Environmental Agency (APA) - Water Quality Reports: - Website: https://www.apambiente.pt/ - Look for "Qualidade da �gua" (Water Quality) section on their website for reports and information. Additionally, you can also check the website of EPAL (Empresa Portuguesa das �guas Livres), the public company responsible for water supply in Lisbon. They provide information about the quality of tap water and any potential issues. Here is the link to their website:

2.EPAL - Water Quality: - Website: https://www.epal.pt/ - Look for "Qualidade da �gua" (Water Quality) section on their website for reports and information. By referring to these official sources, you can obtain accurate and up-to-date information about the tap water quality in Lisbon.

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