Guide to Route 1726: from Marquês de Pombal to Carnaxide, among shopping, gardens and heritage

With just two departures on weekdays, route 1726 connects central Lisbon with Carnaxide and passes by some of the most interesting shopping, leisure and urban heritage sites along this Greater Lisbon corridor.

The route begins beside Marquês de Pombal and descends toward Amoreiras, one of the capital’s most dynamic areas, known for its offices, shops, restaurants and cultural facilities. From there, the route crosses residential and business areas of Campolide, Benfica and Portela, approaching the territory of Carnaxide.

In the final half, the surroundings change: Oeiras neighborhoods, local facilities, traditional markets and historical landmarks connected with water supply appear. The route ends beside Carnaxide Secondary School, in an area with access to the town center and various local services.

Notice: the distances shown are approximate and estimated from the coordinates provided for the route and the location of the stops. According to the data provided, the route has two departures in the Marquês de Pombal–Carnaxide direction on weekdays and has no departures in the return direction, nor any service on Saturdays, Sundays or public holidays. The fare and operator were not provided.

Location	Category	Nearest stop/section	Approximate distance
Eduardo VII Park	Park and viewpoint	Marquês de Pombal (Metro) P4	About 300 meters
Amoreiras Shopping Center	Shopping center	Amoreiras	About 200 meters
Amoreiras Garden	Historic garden	Amoreiras	About 500 meters
Mãe d’Água das Amoreiras Reservoir	Heritage and cultural facility	Amoreiras	About 500 meters
Águas Livres Aqueduct	Monument and cultural visit	Amoreiras	About 900 meters
Carnaxide Municipal Market	Market and gastronomy	R Manuel Teixeira Gomes (Bombeiros)	About 400 meters
Carnaxide Civic Center	Services, commerce and local culture	Carnaxide (Av Portugal)	About 200 meters
Carnaxide Aqueduct	Historical heritage	Av Tomás Ribeiro 47 (Cemitério)	About 600 meters

Eduardo VII Park

Right at the starting point, passengers can turn their wait into a stroll through Eduardo VII Park, one of Lisbon’s major green spaces. The park extends from the top of Avenida da Liberdade and offers broad lawns, tree-lined paths, rest areas and one of the city’s best-known viewpoints.

It is a good choice for beginning the itinerary with an open view over central Lisbon. The space also includes leisure facilities and areas suitable for leisurely walks, providing a green break before continuing along the capital’s busier avenues.

📍 Location: Eduardo VII Park, beside Praça do Marquês de Pombal, Lisbon.
🚏 Nearest stop/section of the route and approximate distance: Marquês de Pombal (Metro) P4, about 300 meters away.
🏷️ Category: Park, viewpoint and outdoor leisure.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: Panoramic views over Lisbon’s central corridor and a direct connection to Marquês de Pombal.

Amoreiras Shopping Center

The Amoreiras stop places route 1726 in front of one of Lisbon’s main commercial hubs. Amoreiras Shopping Center contains shops, services, restaurants and a supermarket, making it a practical option both for everyday shopping and for spending a few hours indoors.

The complex also houses Amoreiras 360º Panoramic View, a viewpoint located in one of the towers and known for its 360-degree view over Lisbon. It is the best point along the route for combining shopping, a meal and views of the urban landscape.

📍 Location: Avenida Engenheiro Duarte Pacheco, Lisbon.
🚏 Nearest stop/section of the route and approximate distance: Amoreiras, about 200 meters away.
🏷️ Category: Shopping center, restaurants and viewpoint.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: Combines shops, a supermarket, restaurants and an elevated 360-degree view over the city.

Amoreiras Garden

A few minutes’ walk from the Amoreiras stop, Amoreiras Garden offers a pleasant contrast to the movement of Avenida Engenheiro Duarte Pacheco. Also known as Jardim Marcelino Mesquita, it is a small historic space with trees, paths and a neighborhood atmosphere.

The garden is associated with the former industrial district of Amoreiras and the Águas Livres Aqueduct complex. It is a good option for anyone looking to sit, walk without rushing or take a break between cultural visits.

📍 Location: Rua das Amoreiras, beside Praça das Amoreiras, Lisbon.
🚏 Nearest stop/section of the route and approximate distance: Amoreiras, about 500 meters away.
🏷️ Category: Historic garden and urban leisure.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: A small, tree-filled refuge connected with the industrial and urban history of the Águas Livres neighborhood.

Mãe d’Água das Amoreiras Reservoir

Between the garden and the historic streets of Amoreiras stands the Mãe d’Água Reservoir, one of the most striking structures in the system that supplied Lisbon for centuries. The site is part of the Water Museum and impresses with its interior scale, arcades and the engineering that enabled it to receive and distribute the water carried by the aqueduct.

The visit is especially interesting for those who enjoy architecture, urban history and technical heritage. The reservoir’s terrace also provides a privileged perspective over the Amoreiras area and can be included in an itinerary combining the garden and the aqueduct itself.

📍 Location: Praça das Amoreiras, Lisbon.
🚏 Nearest stop/section of the route and approximate distance: Amoreiras, about 500 meters away.
🏷️ Category: Museum, hydraulic heritage and cultural attraction.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: A monumental interior associated with Lisbon’s historic water-supply system.

Águas Livres Aqueduct

Route 1726 also makes it possible to reach, with an additional walk from Amoreiras, the section of the Águas Livres Aqueduct open to visitors. The monumental arcade crosses the Alcântara Valley and is one of the most impressive examples of 18th-century Portuguese engineering.

The cultural route helps explain how Lisbon was supplied before modern networks. A visit to the aqueduct can be combined with the Mãe d’Água Reservoir, creating an outing dedicated to the history of water, urban construction and the transformation of the capital.

📍 Location: Calçada da Quintinha, Campolide, Lisbon.
🚏 Nearest stop/section of the route and approximate distance: Amoreiras, about 900 meters away.
🏷️ Category: Monument, historical heritage and cultural visit.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: Monumental arcades crossing the Alcântara Valley and forming part of a large-scale historic hydraulic system.

Carnaxide Municipal Market

Upon arriving in Carnaxide, the Municipal Market is one of the best stops for experiencing local commerce. The space contains stalls selling fruit and vegetables, fish and other products, as well as shops offering various services, such as restaurants, a grilled-food shop, a pizzeria, a hairdresser, a laundromat and shoe repair.

More than just a shopping destination, the market serves as a portrait of daily local life. It is an interesting choice for those who prefer discovering the flavors and services used by residents rather than focusing their visit solely on large shopping centers.

📍 Location: Praceta Eugénio de Castro, Carnaxide.
🚏 Nearest stop/section of the route and approximate distance: R Manuel Teixeira Gomes (Bombeiros), about 400 meters away.
🏷️ Category: Municipal market, traditional commerce and gastronomy.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: Combines fresh products with small businesses and neighborhood dining options.

Carnaxide Civic Center

Near the route’s final stops, the Carnaxide Civic Center brings together services and facilities that help explain the town’s urban structure. The area includes the headquarters of the Union of the Parishes, customer-service facilities, shops and community-support amenities.

The location is suitable for those arriving in Carnaxide to take care of errands, find local services or simply explore the town center. Its proximity to public transportation makes the center a natural starting point for continuing the walk.

📍 Location: Rua Cesário Verde and the Carnaxide Civic Center area.
🚏 Nearest stop/section of the route and approximate distance: Carnaxide (Av Portugal), about 200 meters away.
🏷️ Category: Services, local commerce and community life.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: One of the main landmarks in central Carnaxide, bringing together facilities for everyday use.

Carnaxide Aqueduct

In addition to Lisbon’s great aqueduct, Carnaxide preserves its own historic hydraulic complex. The Carnaxide Aqueduct includes structures such as a spring, tunnel, water reservoir, fountain and skylights, bearing witness to the importance of local water supply in the town’s development.

The visit requires a longer walk from the stops on Avenida de Portugal and the cemetery area, but offers a different perspective on Oeiras’ heritage. It is a suggestion for those who enjoy less obvious historical routes and discovering landmarks outside the best-known tourist circuits.

📍 Location: Serra de Carnaxide area, Carnaxide, Oeiras.
🚏 Nearest stop/section of the route and approximate distance: Av Tomás Ribeiro 47 (Cemitério), about 600 meters away.
🏷️ Category: Historical heritage and hydraulic architecture.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: A protected complex preserving different elements of Carnaxide’s former water-capture and distribution system.

Route 1726 works best as an occasional connection for exploring the main sections of the Lisbon–Carnaxide corridor on weekdays. For a short itinerary, it is worth getting off at Marquês de Pombal and continuing through Amoreiras, Amoreiras Garden and Mãe d’Água; upon arriving in Carnaxide, passengers can choose between the market, Civic Center and hydraulic heritage. Since the data provided includes no return departures, it is important to plan the return in advance using other routes or means of transportation.

Guide to Route 1726: from Marquês de Pombal to Carnaxide, among shopping, gardens and heritage