As of July 11, 2026, residents of Porto, Portugal's second city, can ride the metro, STCP and Unir buses, urban CP trains, trams, and river boats at no cost. Mayor Pedro Duarte, who campaigned on the measure, says the city will cover the €20–25 million annual bill partly by raising the tourist tax from €3 to €4.
(c) Rafael Rodrigues

Porto rend les transports en commun gratuits pour ses résidents

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Depuis le 11 juillet 2026, les résidents de Porto, deuxième ville du Portugal, peuvent emprunter gratuitement le métro, les bus STCP et Unir, les trains urbains de la CP, le tramway et les bateaux fluviaux. Le maire Pedro Duarte, qui avait fait de cette mesure un engagement de campagne, prévoit de couvrir les 20 à 25 millions d’euros annuels en relevant la taxe touristique de trois à quatre euros.

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