Guide to Route 1607: between Oeiras Parque, Oeiras Old Town and Parede Beach

Route 1607 connects Oeiras Parque to the Parede Bus Terminal and crosses a stretch of the Cascais Line featuring urban parks, historic heritage, local shops, cultural facilities and quick access to the coast.

The route begins next to Parque dos Poetas and Oeiras Parque, in an area marked by green spaces, services, restaurants and a major concentration of shops. From there, the route continues through Figueirinha, Nova Oeiras and the surroundings of the National Agronomic Station, gradually approaching Oeiras Old Town.

In the central area, the route passes near the Municipal Garden, the Municipal Market, the Egypt Palace and the monumental complex of the Palace of the Marquis of Pombal. In the direction of Parede, it crosses residential and commercial areas of São Domingos de Rana and Parede itself, ending a short distance from the beach and its pedestrian promenade.

Notice: the distances indicated are approximate and estimated from the coordinates provided, the listed stops and the locations of the places consulted. The route has 91 departures in the Oeiras Parque–Parede direction on weekdays, 28 on Saturdays and 28 on Sundays and public holidays; in the Parede–Oeiras Parque direction, there are 84 departures on weekdays, 27 on Saturdays and 27 on Sundays and public holidays. The fare and operator were not provided in the available data.

Location	Category	Nearest stop/section	Approximate distance
Oeiras Parque	Shopping, services, restaurants and cinema	Av. A. Bern. Cabral Macedo (Pq. Poetas) / Oeiras Parque	0 to 0.1 km
Parque dos Poetas	Urban park and cultural attraction	Av. A. Bern. Cabral Macedo (Pq. Poetas)	0.2 km
Palace of the Marquis of Pombal and gardens	Historic heritage and garden	R. Desembargador Faria (Ina)	0.1 km
Oeiras Municipal Garden	Park and family leisure	R. Desembargador Faria (Ina)	0.2 km
Oeiras Municipal Market	Market and traditional shops	R. Cândido dos Reis 84	0.1 km
Egypt Palace Cultural Centre	Culture, exhibitions and restaurants	R. Cândido dos Reis 84 / PSP	0.2 km
Eunice Muñoz Municipal Auditorium	Theatre, music and performances	R. Cândido dos Reis 84 / PSP	0.4 km
Parede Municipal Market	Market and local shops	R. José Relvas 146B	0.1 km
Parede Beach	Beach, seafront promenade and leisure	Parede Bus Terminal	0.9 km

Oeiras Parque

Oeiras Parque is the main shopping concentration near the beginning of Route 1607. The shopping centre brings together fashion, technology and culture shops, services, restaurants and a hypermarket, making it a practical option both for everyday shopping and for a weekend outing.

The centre is spread over three floors and includes a food court, the Bosque da Brincadeira children's playground and six NOS Cinemas screens. It is a good choice for combining shopping, lunch, children's activities and a film without needing to change areas.

📍 Location: Avenida António Bernardo Cabral de Macedo, Oeiras.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Av. A. Bern. Cabral Macedo (Pq. Poetas) and Oeiras Parque, practically next to the entrances.
🏷️ Category: Shopping centre, shops, restaurants, services and cinema.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: brings together around 175 shops, restaurants, a hypermarket, children's playground and cinema in the same complex.

Parque dos Poetas

Parque dos Poetas is one of Oeiras's most iconic leisure spaces and appears practically at Route 1607's first stop. With extensive landscaped areas, paths, resting areas, sculptures and references to Portuguese-language poetry, the park functions as an open-air museum, suitable both for a peaceful stroll and for a family outing.

Its points of interest include sculptures dedicated to poets and writers, the lake, the amphitheatre and the Temple of Poetry. The Oeiras Voltas & Versos service also offers, on certain days, an electric-vehicle tour of the park, with explanations about the works and the honoured figures.

📍 Location: area surrounding Rua do Coro de Santo Amaro de Oeiras and the park entrance.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Av. A. Bern. Cabral Macedo (Pq. Poetas), approximately 0.2 km from the central area of the park.
🏷️ Category: Urban park, public art and leisure.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: combines nature, sculpture and literature in an open-air route with dozens of tributes to Portuguese-language authors.

Palace of the Marquis of Pombal and gardens

In Oeiras Old Town, the route leaves the residential neighbourhoods behind to approach one of the region's most important heritage complexes. The Palace of the Marquis of Pombal, built in the 18th century, forms part of a historic estate with gardens, terraces, staircases, waterfalls, fountains and richly artistic decorative elements.

The visit is especially worthwhile for the relationship between architecture and landscaping. The gardens are suitable for an unhurried walk, while tours of the palace reveal interiors decorated with tiles, paintings, stucco and sculptures. The complex is classified as a National Monument.

📍 Location: Largo do Marquês de Pombal, Oeiras.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: R. Desembargador Faria (Ina), approximately 0.1 km.
🏷️ Category: Historic heritage, tourism and garden.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: brings together an 18th-century palace, historic gardens, waterfalls, fountains and Baroque ornamentation in a single complex.

Oeiras Municipal Garden

Also known locally as Almirante Gago Coutinho Park, Oeiras Municipal Garden is a green respite in the heart of the town. The space is next to Rua Desembargador Faria and offers a more informal, family-friendly setting, with landscaped areas, benches, wooded areas and a children's playground.

It is a good stop for anyone wanting to rest after visiting the Old Town, take a break before continuing the journey or let children play. Its proximity to the Municipal Council, the railway station and other cultural attractions makes the garden especially convenient for putting together a short walking itinerary.

📍 Location: Rua Desembargador Faria, Oeiras.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: R. Desembargador Faria (Ina), approximately 0.2 km.
🏷️ Category: Urban park and family leisure.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: a central, accessible green space close to cultural facilities, shops and rail transport.

Oeiras Municipal Market

To experience the town's more everyday side, Oeiras Municipal Market is one of the best stops. Located in the Old Town, the market retains its role as a local shopping centre and brings visitors closer to fresh produce and residents' daily routines.

The visit can be combined with a stroll past the Parish Church, the pillory, Rua Cândido dos Reis and the area's cultural facilities. It is an interesting address for anyone looking for fruit, vegetables, fish, food products and the atmosphere of a traditional Portuguese market.

📍 Location: Oeiras Old Town, in the vicinity of Rua Cândido dos Reis.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: R. Cândido dos Reis 84, approximately 0.1 km.
🏷️ Category: Market and traditional shops.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: makes it possible to combine fresh-produce shopping with an itinerary through Oeiras's historic centre.

Egypt Palace Cultural Centre

The former Egypt Palace is an 18th-century historic building that was redeveloped as a cultural centre. The space hosts exhibitions, lectures and other initiatives, contributing to the programme of Oeiras Old Town.

Its location is ideal for a compact cultural itinerary: after the market, visitors can continue through the town's old streets, visit the Verney Municipal Bookshop-Gallery and reach the Palace of the Marquis of Pombal within a few minutes. On certain occasions, the building also hosts activities related to literature, the arts and local memory.

📍 Location: Rua Álvaro António dos Santos, Oeiras.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: R. Cândido dos Reis 84 or R. Cândido dos Reis - PSP, approximately 0.2 km.
🏷️ Category: Cultural centre, exhibitions and heritage.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: combines historic architecture with a cultural programme in the heart of the town.

Eunice Muñoz Municipal Auditorium

The Eunice Muñoz Municipal Auditorium is one of the main points of reference for anyone looking for theatre, music, cinema, conferences and other performances in Oeiras. Located on Rua Mestre de Aviz, the venue is part of the Old Town's cultural circuit and usually hosts municipal programmes and guest events.

As it is a short walk from the stops on Rua Cândido dos Reis, Route 1607 can be used to reach a performance without relying on a car. Before or after the show, visitors can also find restaurants, cafés and other cultural venues in the nearby streets.

📍 Location: Rua Mestre de Aviz, Oeiras.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: R. Cândido dos Reis 84 or R. Cândido dos Reis - PSP, approximately 0.4 km.
🏷️ Category: Auditorium, theatre, music and events.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: an intimate cultural venue integrated into the Old Town, with a diverse programme.

Parede Municipal Market

In the final section of the route, Parede Municipal Market offers a local shopping alternative directly connected to the neighbourhood's daily life. Its location on Rua José Relvas makes the market especially accessible for anyone getting off at the stops near the station and bus terminal.

The space brings together stalls selling fruit, vegetables, fish and regional products, as well as butchers, a bakery and pastry shop, snack bar, bakery, florist and other services. It is a useful stop for quick shopping and also a way to discover a traditional Parede landmark before heading to the beach.

📍 Location: Rua José Relvas, 84, Parede.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: R. José Relvas 146B, approximately 0.1 km.
🏷️ Category: Market and local shops.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: offers a variety of fresh products and traditional services in a central Parede location.

Parede Beach

Parede Beach is the route's grand coastal finale. Although the route ends at the bus terminal, the beach is within a reasonable walking distance and offers a pedestrian area beside the sea, restaurants, bars and access via stairs and a ramp.

Known for its geological features and sunny orientation, the beach has a short strip of sand and many rock formations. The location is better suited to contemplating the sea, walking and enjoying the scenery than to a conventional swimming experience. Activities such as paddleboarding and windsurfing are also available, along with interpretive references to dinosaur footprints identified in the area.

📍 Location: Avenida Marginal, Parede.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Parede Bus Terminal, approximately 0.9 km.
🏷️ Category: Beach, seafront promenade and outdoor leisure.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: combines coastal scenery, a pedestrian promenade, restaurants and geological interest at one of Parede's best-known locations.

With frequent departures on weekdays and regular service on weekends, Route 1607 serves as a practical axis for exploring the different environments along the Cascais Line. Passengers can get off at Oeiras Parque for shopping and cinema, alight near Parque dos Poetas for an outdoor stroll, visit Oeiras Old Town and, at the other end, end the day amid Parede's traditional shops and the seascape of its beach.

Guide to Route 1607: between Oeiras Parque, Oeiras Old Town and Parede Beach