Guide to Route 1109: shopping, cinema, heritage and leisure between Carnaxide and Outurela

Guide to Route 1109: shopping, cinema, heritage and leisure between Carnaxide and Outurela

Circular route 1109 connects the Carnaxide Civic Center to Outurela and Alfragide, creating a useful route for combining everyday travel with shopping, culture, dining and leisure activities.

The route begins in central Carnaxide, passes through the historic center streets and the Quinta da Gandarela area, travels along Avenida Tomás Ribeiro and heads toward the business and commercial area of Outurela-Portela.

In the second half of the route, the line crosses Avenida dos Cavaleiros and the Alfragide area, where large commercial establishments, cinemas, restaurants and home-furnishing stores are concentrated. It then returns to Outurela, also serving sports facilities and the area surrounding Carlos Queiroz Sports Park, before returning to the Civic Center.

Notice: the distances below are approximate and estimated from the coordinates provided for the route and the indicated stops; they may vary depending on the pedestrian route. According to the data received, the line has 11 departures on weekdays in the outbound direction and no departures reported for Saturday, Sunday or public holidays; no departures have been reported in the return direction either. Fare and operator information was not provided.

Igreja de São Romão de Carnaxide

In the first few minutes of the journey, route 1109 passes through Carnaxide's historic center, where Igreja de São Romão is located. The church, dedicated to the town's patron saint, was built from 1676 onward and preserves elements of artistic and religious interest, including tile panels and a churchyard that helps define the area's traditional landscape.

It is a recommended stop for anyone who wants to begin the visit in an older, quieter part of Carnaxide before continuing to the residential, business and commercial sections of the route.

• 📍 Location: Rua Manuel dos Santos Mónica, in Carnaxide's historic center.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: R 5 Outubro 13 (Lgo Pátria Nova), about 50 m.
• 🏷️ Category: Historical and religious heritage.
• ⭐ Distinguishing feature: historic church associated with Carnaxide's urban development and identity.

Carnaxide Municipal Library

The Civic Center is one of the main reference points at the beginning and end of circular route 1109. The Carnaxide Municipal Library is located there, housed in the civic center building and dedicated to reading, reference, study and cultural activities.

It is an especially interesting option for residents, students and visitors looking for a quieter break, with access to books and cultural services in the heart of the parish. Its proximity to the initial stop makes a quick visit easy before boarding again.

• 📍 Location: Rua Cesário Verde, Civic Center Building, Carnaxide.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Carnaxide (Civic Center), about 200 m.
• 🏷️ Category: Culture, reading and municipal services.
• ⭐ Distinguishing feature: cultural facility directly associated with the route's main departure and arrival point.

Carnaxide Aqueduct

For those who prefer history and heritage, the Carnaxide Aqueduct is one of the most interesting detours from the start of the route. The structure, classified as a Monument of Public Interest, includes a spring, a gallery, a water chamber, skylights and a fountain, forming a hydraulic system associated with the historic water supply of the population.

The aqueduct is underground for much of its length, but the visible structures and the heritage complex offer insight into a less obvious aspect of Carnaxide. The walk from the Civic Center is longer than to the other locations in this article, but it may be worthwhile for those interested in historic architecture and local routes.

• 📍 Location: historic area of Carnaxide, near the identified aqueduct and water-chamber structures.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Carnaxide (Civic Center), about 800 m.
• 🏷️ Category: Historical heritage and civil architecture.
• ⭐ Distinguishing feature: 18th-century monument connected to the water supply and local history.

Alegro Alfragide

The route's largest shopping and entertainment hub appears in the central area of the line, near Avenida dos Cavaleiros. Alegro Alfragide brings together around 120 stores, a hypermarket, services, dining options and activities for different types of visitors.

It is the most versatile point on route 1109 for anyone intending to handle several tasks at a single stop: shop, have lunch or dinner, look for fashion and technology items, have a coffee or combine a trip to the cinema with a meal. The center also offers family-oriented services and accepts dogs under specific conditions.

• 📍 Location: Avenida dos Cavaleiros, No. 60, Carnaxide.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Alfragide (Shopping Center), about 50 m.
• 🏷️ Category: Shopping center, dining and services.
• ⭐ Distinguishing feature: brings shopping, food, cinema and services together in a single complex beside the route.

Cinema City Alegro Alfragide

Inside Alegro Alfragide, Cinema City turns the shopping-center stop into an entertainment option for the end of the day. The complex has several screens and a regular film schedule, making it possible to create a complete outing without needing another trip around the area.

The cinema is also associated with initiatives by the center that combine screenings and dining, a practical alternative for dates, family outings or a weeknight of leisure.

• 📍 Location: Level 2 of Alegro Alfragide, Avenida dos Cavaleiros, No. 60, Carnaxide.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Alfragide (Shopping Center), about 50 m.
• 🏷️ Category: Cinema and entertainment.
• ⭐ Distinguishing feature: makes it possible to combine a movie, dining and shopping in the same complex.

Auchan Alegro Alfragide

Also inside Alegro Alfragide is the Auchan hypermarket, a useful stop for grocery shopping and for anyone who wants to use the trip to take care of practical errands. The store serves as an anchor for the shopping center and complements its range of stores, restaurants and services.

For passengers who use route 1109 every day, it is one of the itinerary's most practical points: it is next to the Alfragide stop and can be reached without a significant detour from the main route.

• 📍 Location: Level 0 of Alegro Alfragide, Avenida dos Cavaleiros, No. 60, Carnaxide.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Alfragide (Shopping Center), about 50 m.
• 🏷️ Category: Hypermarket and shopping.
• ⭐ Distinguishing feature: combines grocery shopping with the rest of Alegro's commercial offering.

Leroy Merlin Alfragide

A few minutes from the Avenida dos Cavaleiros section, Leroy Merlin Alfragide serves those looking for construction materials, tools, renovation solutions, organization products, gardening supplies and decoration items. It is more specialized than the traditional retail found in the shopping center and attracts both professionals and residents undertaking home-renovation projects.

Its proximity to the corridor served by route 1109 makes the store accessible for large or planned purchases, although it is important to consider the final walk and transporting the products on the return journey.

• 📍 Location: Avenida dos Cavaleiros, No. 70, Alfragide.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Av. Cavaleiros (X) R Qta do Salrego, about 150 m.
• 🏷️ Category: Home, construction, DIY and gardening.
• ⭐ Distinguishing feature: extensive specialized selection for construction, maintenance and household projects.

IKEA Alfragide

IKEA Alfragide expands the route's commercial profile beyond the shopping center, offering furniture, decoration, organizational solutions and items for different areas of the home. The store also has a restaurant and an order-collection area, making a visit worthwhile both for planned purchases and for browsing for inspiration.

Access from the route requires a somewhat longer walk than the stores on Avenida dos Cavaleiros, but it remains within Alfragide's same commercial corridor and can be combined with a visit to Alegro or Leroy Merlin.

• 📍 Location: Alfragide Industrial Zone, Estrada Nacional 117, Amadora.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Av. Cavaleiros (X) R Qta do Salrego, about 600 m.
• 🏷️ Category: Furniture, decoration, organization and dining.
• ⭐ Distinguishing feature: room displays, home solutions and a restaurant in the same space.

Carlos Queiroz Sports Park

In the Outurela area, route 1109 passes practically alongside Carlos Queiroz Sports Park, a facility dedicated to local sports. The complex includes facilities such as a sports hall, tennis court and areas intended for physical activities.

It is a stop that shows another side of the route: after the concentration of commercial facilities in Alfragide, the line returns to serving community facilities and sports spaces connected to the everyday life of the Carnaxide and Outurela neighborhoods.

• 📍 Location: Rua dos Cravos de Abril, Outurela, Carnaxide.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: R Cravos Abril (P Desp Carlos Queiroz), about 100 m.
• 🏷️ Category: Sports and active leisure.
• ⭐ Distinguishing feature: nearby multi-sports facility integrated into the residential area of Outurela.

Outurela-Portela Municipal Swimming Pool

Near Carlos Queiroz Sports Park, Outurela-Portela Municipal Swimming Pool offers aquatic activities such as swimming, water aerobics, baby swimming, aquatic rehabilitation and open swimming. The facility has two pools and serves different age groups and sporting objectives.

For those who use the route during the week, it is an especially convenient option for active leisure and well-being, as it is located in the same part of the itinerary serving the Outurela neighborhood and municipal sports facilities.

• 📍 Location: Estrada de São Marçal, No. 44B, Outurela-Portela, Carnaxide.
• 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Outurela (Bairro 18 Maio), about 250 m.
• 🏷️ Category: Municipal swimming pool, sports and health.
• ⭐ Distinguishing feature: diverse range of aquatic activities, including swimming, water aerobics and rehabilitation.

With departures reported only on weekdays and no service indicated on Saturdays, Sundays or public holidays, route 1109 works best as a routine circular route for those traveling between Carnaxide, Outurela and Alfragide. Passengers can get off at the Civic Center to explore the historical heritage, concentrate shopping and entertainment at the Alfragide stop or choose the Outurela section for sports activities, always checking the return journey schedule in advance.

Sources

• Alegro Alfragide — contact details and location
• Alegro Alfragide — stores and services
• Alegro Alfragide — opening hours and access
• Alegro Alfragide — frequently asked questions
• IKEA Alfragide
• Leroy Merlin Alfragide
• Oeiras Viva — Outurela-Portela Municipal Swimming Pool
• Municipality of Oeiras — sports facilities
• Cultural Heritage — Igreja de São Romão de Carnaxide
• Cultural Heritage — Carnaxide Aqueduct
• Oeiras Municipal Library Network