Portugal, Georgia, Hungary: The most popular digital nomad destinations for 2025

The digital nomad experience is easier than ever to try out as dozens of countries have introduced dedicated visas and tax exemptions. 

But with so many enticing destinations on the table, it can be tough to choose where to go. 

Studies are frequently published on the best remote working locations, and some cities and countries consistently make it to the top of the ranking. 

Here are the European destinations that have been highlighted by recent research. 

Portugal is rarely missing from a digital nomad destination ranking. Lonely Planet placed it first out of 10 countries in its classification published at the end of January and website Nomad Capitalist also included the country in its 14-long list of global digital nomad countries. 

The capital Lisbon is raved about as a remote working hub, ranked top spot by rental site Flatio for its “old-world charm and modern amenities [that] makes it a magnet for digital professionals seeking inspiration and convenience”. Out of Flatio’s list of 20 cities across the world, that’s high praise indeed.

Lonely Planet writes that “young entrepreneurs and artists from around the world are currently congregating on [Lisbon’s] charming, hilly streets and in its adorable bars”.

The guide highlights that the city is “affordable compared to other Western European countries”, has attractive cafes and coworking spaces, and offers frequent meetups and parties for digital nomads.

Unfortunately, however, the influx of remote working foreigners to the capital is now putting a strain on the local population who have been priced out of property and squeezed out of community services. 

As Lonely Planet notes, there are plenty of other “sleepier towns” in Portugal “that could use an investment boost”, so why