HOW TO GET
TO THE
FESTIVAL?
HIM DUB has a shuttle service from Porto’s Airport directly to the festival site. Get your ticket now before it’s too late (Limited to 50 seats)
By car
From Lisbon (337km) follow:
A1 direction to Porto (80km)
A23 exit direction to Abrantes/Cast. Branco/Torres Novas (600m)
Keep going on the A23 (200km)
Follow the exit 35 by the N233 in direction of Guarda (450m)
In the roundabout follow the N233 by the exit 1 (550m)
In the roundabout follow the N233 by the exit 2 (12km)
Follow the direction of EM544 (2,4km)
Keep going until R. Direito (190m)
Take direction of Largo da Praça (110m)
Take on the right direction of EM544 (7,5km)
Follow the direction of N324
Arriving at the village search for the church and follow the direction of the Praia Fluvial
You arrived at the Praia Fluvial of Rapoula do Côa
From Porto (228km) follow:
A1 direction to Lisbon (55km)
Take the exit 16 in direction of Viseu by the A25 (140km)
Take the exit 30 in direction of Guarda Sul/Covilhã/Portoalegre by the A23/IP2 (4,9km)
Take the exit 35 in direction of Guarda Sul by N233 (500m)
In the roundabout take the 3rd exit following the N233 (700m)
In the roundabout take the 2nd exit following the N233 (12km)
Take the direction of EM544 (7,9km)
Take direction of N324 (4,3km)
Arriving at the village search for the church on your right and take the direction of Largo da Igreja, you just arrived at the Praia Fluvial of Rapoula do Côa
There’s a guarded parking area at the festival, however we advise everyone to take public transportation, whenever possible and hitchhiking.
By public
transport
From Lisbon (Aeroport) :
Step 1 – Metro – From the station “Aeroporto” in the direction of the “Oriente” station, stop at the Oriente station.
Step 2 – Train – From the “Oriente” station take a train in the direction of Coimbra.
Step 3 – Bus – From Coimbra take a bus in the direction of Sabugal.
Step 4 – From Sabugal, we provide a shuttle until the Festival. Meeting place: Bus station of Sabugal
From Porto (Aeroport) :
Step 1 – Metro – From the station “Aeroporto” in the direction of the “Campahnã” station, stop at the Oriente station.
Step 2 – Train – From the “ Campanhã” station take a train in the direction of Coimbra.
Step 3 – Bus – From Coimbra take a bus in the direction of Sabugal.
Step 4 – From Sabugal, we provide a shuttle until the Festival. Meeting place: Bus station of Sabugal
WHERE
TO SLEEP?
Camping
The 6 days Festival ticket includes access to the camping area.
Glamping
Get your tent with Lifes work. Infos soon
Caravans
You can opt for having access to the caravan parking lot when purchasing your ticket. The Caravan Park has toilets and showers. Purchase your caravn pass here:
Around the festival
The Cro Hotel Rural and Termal Spa in Rapoula do Côa (3,4 Km distance from the Festival)
CHECK IN
You can purchase tickets at the entrance.
It is mandatory to exchange your 6 days Festival ticket for a wristband which you can get at the exchange point at the entrance.
You don’t need to print your ticket but it is mandatory to present it at the check in with your Identification Card.
The Check In opens every day at 9:00AM and closes every day at 01:00AM, except on the 25th as it will open at 6pm.
ACCESSIBILITY
HIM DUB is an inclusive festival, and in 2025 we want to offer better conditions for those living with disabilities.
It is for that reason that special ticket pass are available for individuals with reduced mobility and other forms of disabilities and the festival entrance is free for companions.
Conditions:
– To benefit from this rate, please present official documentation such as a Mobility Inclusion Card or any other document verifying your status.
– Entry to the festival is free for companions of individuals with disabilities (one adult companion per person) upon presentation of a disability card with one of the following mentions: “Need for accompaniment” “Blindness”.
HIM DUB takes place by a River, the Festival being divided in two zones, West part of the river and the Est par of the river, and the Festival being constructed above soil, some parts of the Festival are more difficult to get access too, but during the years we intend to make it 100% accessible for everyone.
If you need any clarification or have further inquiries, you may reach us at contact@himdubfestival.
At HIM DUB Festival we believe that it is the responsibility of everyone to take care of the earth and each other. We believe that each one of us can make a difference and a change.
Hygiene kit
For that reason the Festival offers an ecological personal hygiene kit. We would gratefully ask you to use it during your stay at the festival to prevent the contamination of the water and soil and preserve the Environment.
Waste sorting
We divide all waste. Organic waste goes back to the ground in form of compost but also as food for the sheeps.
ECO
VISION
FOOD
Community Kitchen
This area is for food preparation with sinks and vitroceramic plates.
It’s expressly forbidden to make fires, bonfires or perform any type of pyrotechnic activity, as well as the entry of gas cylinders or similar equipment.
Restaurants
Rastafari Cultural Yard Ital Food, Poke Bowls and many more
FAQ
FESTIVAL
Which are the Festival dates?
The festival begins on 25th of August and will run until the 31st of August, in the late night.
Where is the Festival?
The festival’s site is located on the River Beach of Rapoula do Côa, Portugal. A little village in the north of the country and 20km from the Spanish border.
When can I arrive?
The festival, camping and parking site will be open from Monday 25th of August at 18H. Only people with the full ticket pass can have access to the Festival from Monday.
Are there age restrictions?
No, this festival is inclusive and welcomes all genders, ages, orientation, religions and nationalities. We encourage families to come with their children and kids as the Festival aims to gather all generations.
Will there be information points in the festival?
Yes, you will find all infos needed at the Cashless (where you can charge your wristband)
Can I bring my food and my drinks?
Yes, there will be a community kitchen accessible to all people on the Festival site. No alcoholics drinks are allowed in the Festival site, only at the camping/caravan park.
Where and how can I find food and drinks?
You will find food and drinks within the Festival site from morning until late night.
Will there be free water access?
Yes on the camping site, caravan park and Festival site.
Should I bring my swimsuit?
Definitely, the Festival is constructed around a beautiful river place with different access.
TICKETS
What tickets are available?
You can buy a pass 6 days (from Monday till Sunday), a Caravan parking ticket, a one day ticket and a special week-end pass. But also a family pass that counts 3 to 4 people.
Where to buy the tickets?
You can find them here:
Is it possible to buy my ticket at the entrance of the Festival?
Yes, however please be mindful that the caravan parking is limited to the space available on site, therefore we suggest purchasing the tickets prio to your arrival.
What to do once I bought my ticket?
You will receive a QRCODE. This QRCODE will need to be presented the day of the Festival. Either printed or on your phone.
Do ticket prices vary depending on the date of purchase?
The price of tickets increases progressively in batches over time and each batch has a limited number of tickets. HIM Dub is an independent festival financed by the revenue generated through ticket sales and services provided during the event. By purchasing a ticket, you are directly contributing to the festival’s sustainability, helping to make this gathering a unique experience. That is why we prices increase along the year.
I bought my ticket but I can not go, can I be refunded?
No, we do not refund tickets, except if a situation obliges us to cancel the Festival, or in case of death or hospitalization.
I bought my ticket but did not receive any confirmations.
Send us an email at: tickets@himdubfestival.com
I want to come with my kids, should I buy a ticket for them?
The Festival is free for 16 and under.
CAR PARK AND CARAVAN PARK
I want to come with my caravan, is it possible?
Of course, we most welcome travelers and nomads. As Nomads ourselves, we made it as comfortable as possible for travelers. The Caravan park is located close to the main areas and the river.
Are there specific places for caravans?
Yes, a specific area is dedicated to caravans.
How much is it?
€ for the 6 days.
Can I use a power generator, a stove or a barbecue?
No, due to the high temperatures during the summer and the drought, none of those are allowed.
I am arriving during the night, will the parking be open?
Yes, the access to the parking is open from 18H on Monday 25th.
Can I move my Caravan from the Caravan Park during the festival?
No you will not be able to move your vehicle for the duration of the festival once it is parked, except in a situation of emergency, we ask you to kindly approach one of our volunteers to assist you.
Are pets allowed in the Caravan park?
Although it might be difficult for travelers to find someone to take care of their pets while you attend the festival, we kindly ask you to try this first. However, they are only allowed inside of the caravan parl, on leash only.
CAMPING
Can I camp where my car is parked?
No, the parking lot and camping are located in different areas.
Do I have access to camping?
Yes, the camping site is free.
When can I pitch the tent?
From the 25th of August (Monday) at 18h until the 1st of September (Monday) at 12h.
Can I choose my place to camp?
Yes, but only inside the limitations of the camping site.
I’m bringing my family, is there a specific place for camping?
Yes, you can tell us at the entrance of the festival if you prefer the family area or the normal camping site. We highly advise the people on the family camping site to keep the place peaceful, as there will be children and babies. And those who are not with children to stay in the “normal” camping area.
Will we have access to toilets and showers on the camping site?
Yes
ECO VISION
Does the festival have a waste recycling system?
Yes, all organic waste will be reused for compost. The compost will be used by the farmers who provided the Festival with fruits and vegetables. Wastes will be divided and separated.
Can I use my shower products on the site of the land?
Every person on the Festival will receive a kit of hygiene composed of a soap\shampoo and a toothpaste. Those are organic products, handmade in Portugal. They have no chemicals and no impact on the environment. We count on your consciousness to use those products rather than others. Everyone using organic products is welcome to use their own.
Am I obliged to use the reusable cups from the festival?
No, you can bring your own reusable cups.
Are the plates for food made out of plastic?
No, our food plates are made out of corn. Even if after your delicious meal you still want a bite, you can eat your plate!
GENERAL RULES
Parking, Camping & Caravans Instructions:
Please ensure you read the following instructions very carefully:
- Please recycle all rubbish at designated recycling points and get rid of trash in rubbish bins.
- Pets are NOT allowed at HIM DUB FESTIVAL, except in the Caravan Park. All dogs must be leached.
- Do not pour wastewater! It is a golden
resource and we all need to acknowledge it.
- Please, help us keep the Caravan and Camping areas clean, safe and fun by maintaining your area and looking out for each other’s possessions. Make friends with your neighbors. Take care of each other.
- Please, take care of your neighbors and do not damage tents and personal belongings.
- Be mindful of trees, plants and the tiniest forms of life. Do not disturb the ants by pitching your tent on their home! We can all have fun and still respect nature.
Others:
- Visitors agree that they will be photographed, filmed or recorded as an integral part of the audience. All video, photograph and audio materials made by the organization at the venue are subject to use in promotional materials for the festival, without limitations of time and space, at the sole discretion of the Festival and its organizers.
- Alcoholic beverages will not be served to individuals under the age of 18 and to people with visible changes in their state of consciousness.
- No dogs are allowed at the Festival, except in the Caravan park. All dogs must be on leash ! Please keep in mind that our lovely friends do not like loud music. They can detect sounds at a frequency of approximately 67-45.000Hz. Compare this to humans, who hear within the frequency range of 64-23.000Hz. This means that they can hear sounds we cannot, so can you imagine how heavy it would be for them. However, we do understand that it might be difficult for travelers to find someone to take care of him/her while you will be at the Festival. Thereby, we allow animals inside of the caravan park. We do not allow them inside of the camping site or inside the festival area. Thank you for your understanding and thank you for taking care of them.
- You can not bring your own alcoholic drink inside the Festival area. Of course you can bring your drinks and food in the Camping/Caravan park.
