Lagos Municipality Project Once Again Earns Recognition at Cinco Estrelas Awards
For the third consecutive year, the Lagos Municipality has been recognized at the prestigious Cinco Estrelas Regiões 2025 Awards. The official ceremony took place on June 27 at the iconic Espaço Miguel Torga in Sabrosa, with the municipality represented by Councillor Sandra Oliveira, who oversees the Entrepreneurship portfolio. She was joined by a representative from the local Entrepreneurship and Tourism Service and a member of (A)Garra – Associação Jovem de Lagos.
This year, the CoLagos Municipal Coworking Space was once again honored as the winner in the Coworking category for the Algarve region. This continued recognition highlights the sustained efforts of (A)Garra, the organization responsible for managing and promoting the space, in fostering innovation, entrepreneurship, and community support in Lagos.
The awards ceremony featured a dynamic and engaging program. Attendees enjoyed a guided tour of the Miguel Torga Museum and House, followed by the official awards presentation to regional icons and top brands, as chosen by the public. The event also included a compelling talk by Yvan Mendes, creator of the “Viajar em Portugal” project, along with ample opportunities for networking, cultural exchange, and the tasting of traditional regional delicacies.
The Cinco Estrelas Regiões Award serves as a benchmark for consumer satisfaction with Portuguese products, services, and brands. It assesses various criteria such as trust, innovation, and value for money, positioning itself as a leading quality reference nationwide. Backed by a rigorous and transparent methodology, the award is spontaneously recognized by 34.8% of surveyed participants, making it one of the most trusted quality seals in Portugal.
For consumers, the “Cinco Estrelas” seal represents a symbol of confidence and quality. For brands like CoLagos, it serves as a powerful communication tool, helping to distinguish them in the market and strengthen their value within local communities.
Among the key benefits for winning brands are the right to use the “Cinco Estrelas” seal across all communication channels for 12 months, access to a comprehensive media plan (including TV, radio, press, and digital platforms) and a detailed benchmarking report with industry insights.
Ultimately, the continued success of CoLagos underscores the municipality’s long-term commitment to entrepreneurship and innovation. Through the creation of modern, functional, and community-integrated spaces, Lagos is actively contributing to the economic, social, and creative development of both the local area and the wider Algarve region.
More information and the full list of winners available here.
