Bravacar motorhome hire Portugal: departing from Lisbon

Q: Which version of the Rimor Katamarano should I choose?

For five, the Katamarano 4-5 Pax is enough: five seats, five berths and the entry-level price. For six, go for the 5-6 Pax or the 6-7 Pax, which both have six seats and six berths according to our data. All three are overcabs with a manual gearbox: compare their dimensions in the offer if you are planning narrow roads.

Q: What excess and security deposit should I expect with Bravacar?

The excess recorded in October 2026 is €1,500 for each of the three Katamarano versions: this is the amount you may still owe in the event of damage. The security deposit amount and how it is blocked, generally on a credit card, are specified in the offer: make sure your card accepts this amount before you travel.

The rental company

Bravacar, family overcabs north of Lisbon

Bravacar is a Portuguese rental company offering both cars and motorhomes. For the latter, CoolDrive records a single depot, attached to Lisbon: it is in Prior Velho, Rua Mártires de Timor, in the Quinta do Figo Maduro area, right next to Humberto Delgado airport. A convenient location for going straight from your flight to collecting the vehicle, provided you allow for the short trip to the depot.

The fleet recorded is limited to three overcabs from the Katamarano range by Italian manufacturer Rimor, all with a manual gearbox: one version with five seats and five berths, and two versions with six seats and six berths. Their capacity makes them best suited to families and small groups.

In the offers recorded by CoolDrive in October 2026, all three models come with unlimited mileage, with an excess of €1,500 whatever the version.

Our verdict: a clear choice for a family landing in Lisbon who want space on board, with identical terms across the range. The rental company highlights its team’s advice on choosing the vehicle and the route. Its limits: a single starting point, neither vans nor automatic gearboxes, and a short range that gets booked up quickly in summer.

Rental company profile

Bravacar in detail: what you need to know

The key facts to decide whether Bravacar suits your trip.

General information

Rental company: Bravacar · Portuguese car and motorhome rental company
Manufacturer: Rimor · Italian motorhome manufacturer
Models recorded: Katamarano 4-5, 5-6 and 6-7 Pax · three overcabs
Capacity: 5 to 6 berths · depending on the version chosen
Transmission: Manual · on all three versions

Rental conditions

Mileage included: Unlimited · 100% of offers recorded in October 2026
Excess: €1,500 · same amount for each version
Security deposit: Shown in the offer · generally blocked on a credit card
Minimum age: Specified in the offer · along with the required years of licence
Licence: Depending on gross weight · B licence up to 3.5 t, C1 above
One-way hire: Not recorded · only one Bravacar depot in our data
Leaving Portugal: Depending on the rental company’s terms · to check before crossing into Spain

Insurance and extras

Excess reduction: On request · our experts explain the possible options
Equipment and accessories: Listed in each offer · to check before confirming the booking

Network and availability

Departure city: Lisbon
Address: Prior Velho · Rua Mártires de Timor 28, Quinta do Figo Maduro
Airport: Lisbon Humberto Delgado nearby · depot outside the terminal, short transfer required
Other countries: None recorded · Bravacar only appears in Portugal in our data

The fleet

Bravacar vehicles in Portugal

Models offered by the rental company. Not all of them are available at every branch: the search form shows availability and prices.

C-class motorhome

Observed prices

Prices recorded at Bravacar in Portugal

Vehicle	Winter January	Spring April	Summer July	Autumn October
Large motorhome	from €99/day median €110/day	from €110/day median €121/day	from €176/day median €189/day	from €103/day median €114/day

Daily prices recorded at Bravacar on October 21, 2026 for a 15-day rental from its branches in Portugal: CoolDrive selling price, mandatory fees included. 100% of offers with unlimited mileage. Median excess: €1,500.

Branches

Bravacar branches in Portugal

Lisbon

Bravacar Airport

Rua Martires de Timor Nº 28, Quinta do Figo Maduro, 2685-331 Prior Velho Lisboa

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Comparison

Bravacar compared with other rental companies in Portugal

Our comparison of the country's rental companies: each has its strengths depending on your trip.

Rental company	Vehicles	Mileage	Best for
Bravacar	Large overcab motorhomes (Rimor Katamarano)	Unlimited in 100% of offers recorded	Families of up to six, departing from Lisbon
McRent	Vans, low-profiles and large motorhomes (EcoLine, Urban, Family…)	Unlimited in 100% of offers recorded	Wide range, departures from 4 cities
Anywhere Campers	Large models, low-profiles and vans (Carado, Sunlight, Adria)	Unlimited in 100% of offers recorded	Automatic versions, 3 cities
Autocaravan Express	Vans, low-profiles and large motorhomes (Carado, Active, Family)	Unlimited in 100% of offers recorded	Many Carado models, 2 cities
Campilider	Low-profiles and large motorhomes (Comfort, Family, Plus)	Unlimited in 100% of offers recorded	Large groups, 2 cities
Campers on Way	Fiat Ducato Nomad vans	Unlimited in 100% of offers recorded	Compact formats, 3 cities

Our view

Bravacar: who is it for, and who should look elsewhere?

Bravacar is ideal if…

You are landing in Lisbon and want to collect the motorhome without crossing the city
There are five or six of you and you want a bed for everyone
You have a big loop in mind, from Sintra to the Algarve, with no mileage cap
You like knowing the excess in advance, identical across the range
You want to explore the Alentejo, the Óbidos area and the coast around the capital

Bravacar is not ideal if…

You only drive automatics
There are two of you and you prefer a compact van, easier to park
You want to start your trip in Porto or Faro
You want to end your trip in a city other than Lisbon
You are booking late for a July or August departure

Practical tips

Our tips for booking with Bravacar

Plan your arrival in Prior Velho

The depot is not in the terminal but in Prior Velho, very close to Lisbon airport. Check the pick-up time in your confirmation and how to get to the depot, by taxi or ride-hailing car. If your flight arrives late in the evening, a night in Lisbon and a departure the next morning make getting to know the vehicle more relaxed.
Choose the Katamarano version to suit your group

The Katamarano 4-5 Pax has five seats and five berths. The 5-6 Pax and 6-7 Pax versions both show six seats and six berths in our data. Before booking for a large group, check the exact number of seat belts and beds in the offer.
Allow for the size of an overcab

An overcab is taller and wider than a van. In Lisbon’s old quarters, in Óbidos or in Sintra, leave the vehicle in a car park on the outskirts and continue on foot or by public transport. Also note the vehicle’s height to avoid covered car parks and low passages.
Read the insurance rules before paying

€1,500 excess, security deposit, procedure in the event of damage: these lines of the offer deserve careful reading, and our experts can present the options that reduce the excess. At the depot, inspect the bodywork with the rental company, photograph every mark and check the living area equipment before signing.
Book early for the summer

With three vehicles recorded, summer availability runs out quickly. For July and August, book several months ahead. In spring and autumn, the choice is wider, and both the Lisbon area and the Alentejo can be discovered with fewer people on the roads.

What travellers ask

Your questions about Bravacar

How much does a Bravacar hire cost in Portugal?

According to prices recorded by CoolDrive in October 2026 (15-day hire, mandatory fees included), a Bravacar Katamarano starts at €99 per day in January. The median price is around €121 per day in April and €114 in October, then rises to about €189 in July. The six-berth versions cost a little more. Enter your dates to get the exact price.

Where is the Bravacar depot in Lisbon?

The depot is located in Prior Velho, Rua Mártires de Timor, in the Quinta do Figo Maduro locality, in the municipality of Loures, just north of Lisbon airport. It is not in the terminal: allow for a short transfer. It is the only Bravacar motorhome depot in our data, so the vehicle is generally returned there.

Which version of the Rimor Katamarano should I choose?

For five, the Katamarano 4-5 Pax is enough: five seats, five berths and the entry-level price. For six, go for the 5-6 Pax or the 6-7 Pax, which both have six seats and six berths according to our data. All three are overcabs with a manual gearbox: compare their dimensions in the offer if you are planning narrow roads.

Is mileage unlimited with Bravacar?

Yes: the Bravacar offers recorded in October 2026 all allow unlimited mileage, for all three versions of the Katamarano. You can therefore drive as far as the Algarve, the Douro or the Spanish border with no distance-related charges. Fuel and tolls remain at your expense, and the offer confirms the condition before payment.

Which route should I take from Lisbon?

From Prior Velho, several directions are open to you. To the west, Sintra, Cascais and Cabo da Roca. South of the Tagus, the Serra da Arrábida and Setúbal. To the north, Óbidos, Nazaré, Batalha and Tomar. To the east, Évora and the plains of the Alentejo. With more time, a loop via the Costa Vicentina and the Algarve then brings you back towards the capital.

Verified customer reviews

They rented with Bravacar

4.3

818 reviews

Too rigid computer system

Eric L.

Portugal · Oct 2025

Avis Vérifiés

Easy to contact intermediary. For my part, a big thank you to Marlene for her availability and responsiveness.

Portugal · Sep 2025

Trustpilot

Responsiveness to emails and requests is excellent.

Portugal · Sep 2025

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Frequently asked questions

FAQ — Bravacar motorhome hire in Portugal

Why book Bravacar with CoolDrive?

A CoolDrive search shows Bravacar’s Katamarano models alongside vehicles from other Portuguese rental companies for your dates. The amount shown already includes mandatory fees, the excess and mileage can be read before payment, and our experts help you find the version suited to your group. They remain reachable during your trip if a question comes up on the road.

What excess and security deposit should I expect with Bravacar?

The excess recorded in October 2026 is €1,500 for each of the three Katamarano versions: this is the amount you may still owe in the event of damage. The security deposit amount and how it is blocked, generally on a credit card, are specified in the offer: make sure your card accepts this amount before you travel.

Does Bravacar rent automatic motorhomes?

No, not in our records: the three Rimor Katamarano models shown have a manual gearbox. If you only drive automatics, widen the search to other rental companies in Portugal, some of which offer automatic versions. The transmission type is shown in each vehicle’s details, so you can sort the offers quickly.

Can I return the Bravacar motorhome somewhere other than Lisbon?

Our data includes only one Bravacar motorhome depot, in Prior Velho: a return to another city therefore seems unlikely. To be sure, enter a different arrival city in the search engine, which will only show compatible offers. The simplest option is still to plan a loop back to Lisbon.

What licence do I need to drive a Katamarano?

Up to 3.5 tonnes gross vehicle weight, a B licence is enough; a heavier vehicle requires a C1 licence. The weight of each version is shown in the offer details, along with the requirements for driver age and driving experience. Bring your original licence and an identity document on departure day.

Which season should I choose to leave Lisbon by motorhome?

April, May, September and October combine mild weather, quieter roads and recorded prices well below those of July. Summer draws crowds to the coast, from Cascais to the Algarve, and the heat can be intense in the Alentejo. Winter is still practicable in the south, provided you check that the campsites at your stopovers are open.

About us

Hire a Bravacar motorhome in Portugal with CoolDrive Nomad

Bravacar, a Portuguese car and motorhome rental company, sends its vehicles out from Prior Velho, right on the edge of Lisbon airport. Its recorded fleet consists of three Rimor Katamarano overcabs, with five to six berths, all with a manual gearbox, unlimited mileage and an excess of €1,500. Enough to house a family on a tour to Sintra and the Atlantic coast, the fortified villages of central Portugal, the vineyards of the Alentejo or the beaches of the Algarve.

On CoolDrive Nomad, Bravacar offers can be compared with those of McRent, Anywhere Campers, Autocaravan Express, Campilider or Campers on Way for the same dates, at the final price, mandatory fees included. Our experts guide you in choosing the version and options. Enter Lisbon as your departure city with your dates to see availability.

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