Guide to Route 2223: between Senhor Roubado Metro, Odivelas, and the Famões and Casal Novo neighborhoods

Route 2223 connects the Senhor Roubado Metro terminal with the Casal Novo and Trigache areas, crossing residential parts of Odivelas with access to markets, gardens, historic heritage, and sports facilities.

The route begins near Senhor Roubado and continues through central Odivelas, passing along Avenida D. Dinis, by Odivelas Market, and through the Pombais and Patameiras areas. This is a more urban section, with local shops, services, green spaces, and some of the municipality's main historic landmarks.

It then climbs toward Famões, crossing areas such as Quinta do Alvito, Quinta das Dálias, Bairro das Queimadas, and Casal Trigache. In this sector, the setting changes: residential neighborhoods, small local gardens, outdoor activity facilities, and small gathering areas predominate.

The final section reaches Casal Novo, where the route runs along residential streets and passes near playgrounds and green spaces. As service operates only on weekdays—with 3 departures in the Casal Novo/Trigache–Senhor Roubado direction and 6 departures in the Senhor Roubado–Casal Novo/Trigache direction—it is worth checking your travel plans before leaving. Information about fares and the operator was not provided in the route data.

Notice: distances to the route are approximate and estimated from route coordinates, stop names, and the locations of the establishments and facilities consulted. The route may require walking along local streets, and opening hours may change.

Location	Category	Nearest stop/section	Approximate distance
Padrão do Senhor Roubado	Heritage and tourism	Senhor Roubado (Metro) P8/P2	Up to 300 meters
Parque Urbano do Rio da Costa	Park and leisure	Sr. Roubado (Teatro) or Av. D. Dinis	About 300 meters
Mercado Municipal de Odivelas	Market and shopping	Av. D. Dinis 54 (Mercado)	About 200 meters
Jardim da Quinta do Espírito Santo	Historic garden	R. Alexandre Braga 4 D (Farmácia)	About 100 meters
Mosteiro de Odivelas	Historic heritage	Av. D. Dinis 12 or Av. D. Dinis 54	About 300 to 500 meters
Jardim da Música	Urban park	Av. D. Dinis 54 or R. Alexandre Braga	About 300 meters
Parque Multidesportivo Naide Gomes	Sports and leisure	R. Paiã 136 (Patameiras)	About 500 meters
Jardim Botânico de Famões	Garden and environmental education	Av. Liberdade (X) R. Abel Manta	About 300 to 400 meters
Jardim da Ribeira de São Sebastião	Park and family leisure	Av. Liberdade 85 or Av. Liberdade (Parque)	About 400 to 600 meters
Parque Infantil do Casal Novo	Children's leisure	R. Liberdade 540 or R. Liberdade 13	Up to 150 meters

Padrão do Senhor Roubado

The route's starting point is also one of Odivelas's most distinctive historic landmarks. Padrão do Senhor Roubado was built in 1744 to commemorate the sacrilegious theft that took place in 1671 at the church of Odivelas Monastery. The complex includes tiled panels with scenes and explanations of the episode, serving as a small open-air monument.

It is an interesting stop for anyone wishing to begin a visit with local history before continuing by bus through the central area. Its proximity to the Metro station also makes it easy to combine metropolitan transport with Route 2223.

📍 Location: Rua Pedro Álvares Cabral/Rua do Senhor Roubado, Odivelas.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Senhor Roubado (Metro) P8 in the outbound direction, or P2 in the return direction; up to 300 meters.
🏷️ Category: Historic heritage and tourist attraction.
⭐ Distinctive feature: An 18th-century monument with tiled panels recounting the history of a crime that took place in the area.

Parque Urbano do Rio da Costa

Near the transition between the Metro terminal and central Odivelas, Parque Urbano do Rio da Costa provides a green break in a heavily urbanized area. The space covers approximately three hectares beside the Quinta da Memória housing development and is associated with the restoration of the banks and regulation of the watercourse.

It is an option for walking, resting, or taking a short detour before continuing along Avenida D. Dinis. The park also connects with the group of green areas surrounding Quinta da Memória and other public spaces in Odivelas.

📍 Location: Beside the Quinta da Memória housing development, Odivelas.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Sr. Roubado (Teatro) or stops on Avenida D. Dinis; about 300 meters.
🏷️ Category: Urban park and leisure.
⭐ Distinctive feature: A green area of approximately three hectares associated with the Rio da Costa and Quinta da Memória.

Mercado Municipal de Odivelas

The stop identified as “Av. D. Dinis 54 (Mercado)” places Route 2223 beside one of the main traditional shopping points in central Odivelas. The Municipal Market brings together food retailers and retains a daily-shopping atmosphere, with stalls and businesses serving local residents.

The market is especially suitable for those who enjoy experiencing local life, buying fresh products, or combining a bus journey with a walk through the shops along Avenida D. Dinis. The area also has supermarkets, neighborhood shops, cafés, and services.

📍 Location: Avenida D. Dinis, Odivelas.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Av. D. Dinis 54 (Mercado); about 200 meters.
🏷️ Category: Market and local shopping.
⭐ Distinctive feature: A traditional shopping environment in the city's central area, with direct access from Avenida D. Dinis itself.

Jardim da Quinta do Espírito Santo

On Rua Dr. Alexandre Braga, practically in the route's central section, Jardim da Quinta do Espírito Santo combines architectural heritage with a communal space. The quinta, dating from the 18th century, underwent a rehabilitation process promoted by Odivelas Municipal Council and opened its garden to the public in 2023.

The space has centuries-old trees, a lake, fountains, benches, and tables. It is a good choice for a short, peaceful break, especially for those wishing to escape the avenue's activity without moving far from the bus route.

📍 Location: Rua Dr. Alexandre Braga, no. 6, Odivelas.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: R. Alexandre Braga 4 D (Farmácia); about 100 meters.
🏷️ Category: Historic garden and communal space.
⭐ Distinctive feature: Combines an 18th-century property with landscape features such as old trees, a lake, and fountains.

Mosteiro de Odivelas

The Monastery of São Dinis and São Bernardo is the main cultural stop in Odivelas's historic center. Founded at the initiative of King D. Dinis at the end of the 13th century, the monument preserves important remnants of Portuguese history, including the Gothic tombs of D. Dinis and his daughter, Maria Afonso.

Although it is not directly opposite the route's stops, the monastery is within an estimated walking distance from Avenida D. Dinis. The visit can be combined with the Municipal Market, Jardim da Música, and other public spaces in the center, creating a short and varied itinerary.

📍 Location: Largo D. Dinis, Odivelas.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Av. D. Dinis 12 or Av. D. Dinis 54; about 300 to 500 meters.
🏷️ Category: Historic, religious, and cultural heritage.
⭐ Distinctive feature: A National Monument with more than 700 years of history and royal tombs of great artistic importance.

Jardim da Música

On the outskirts of the former Quinta da Memória, Jardim da Música is one of the most developed green areas in central Odivelas. Covering approximately 17,000 square meters, the park surrounds the Town Hall and includes trees, paths, and areas for sitting.

It is a suitable place for a break between shopping and cultural visits, especially for those arriving via the stops on Avenida D. Dinis. The garden also helps illustrate the recent transformation of the central area, which has come to place greater emphasis on pedestrian movement and public spaces.

📍 Location: Area surrounding the Town Hall, beside Quinta da Memória, Odivelas.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Av. D. Dinis 54 or R. Alexandre Braga; about 300 meters.
🏷️ Category: Urban park and leisure.
⭐ Distinctive feature: A large green area of approximately 17,000 square meters in the administrative and historic heart of Odivelas.

Parque Multidesportivo Naide Gomes

In the Pombais and Patameiras area, Parque Multidesportivo Naide Gomes is the route's main destination for those who prefer an active outing. The facility includes padel courts, a multisport court, a multisport track, a long-jump track, exercise equipment, and street-workout equipment.

The space also houses the Odivelas Walking and Running Center. Although it requires a somewhat longer walk from the stops on Rua Paiã, it is an interesting alternative for practicing sports or taking part in outdoor activities without relying on a shopping complex.

📍 Location: Alameda do Porto Pinheiro, Colinas do Cruzeiro, Odivelas.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: R. Paiã 136 (Patameiras); about 500 meters.
🏷️ Category: Sports and leisure.
⭐ Distinctive feature: Brings together several sports and exercise facilities in a single public park.

Parque da Liberdade

In the Famões sector, Parque da Liberdade offers a more family-oriented and community-focused experience. The space has play areas for children, street-workout and fitness equipment, physical-activity facilities, basketball hoops, and areas with benches and tables.

As the route travels along Avenida da Liberdade and passes several Casal Trigache stops, this is one of the easiest places to incorporate into the journey. The park works well both for a daytime break and for an outing with children.

📍 Location: Municipal Road, Famões.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Av. Liberdade (Parque), Av. Liberdade 85, or Av. Liberdade 353; between 100 and 300 meters.
🏷️ Category: Multifunctional park and family leisure.
⭐ Distinctive feature: Brings together playground equipment, sports facilities, basketball, and resting areas in one space.

Jardim Botânico de Famões

Jardim Botânico de Famões is one of the most distinctive attractions on the section served by Route 2223. Located on Rua Cidade de Portimão, the space was created for educational purposes and contains thousands of plants, including species characteristic of the Lisbon region.

The garden is a good option for those seeking a quiet outing in Famões, away from the bustle of central Odivelas. The walk from Avenida da Liberdade is relatively short, and the site can be combined with other gardens and cafés spread throughout the town.

📍 Location: Rua Cidade de Portimão, Famões.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Av. Liberdade (X) R. Abel Manta; about 300 to 400 meters.
🏷️ Category: Botanical garden and environmental education.
⭐ Distinctive feature: A space with a diverse plant collection and a focus on understanding the local flora.

Jardim da Ribeira de São Sebastião

In the town of Famões, Jardim da Ribeira de São Sebastião follows the watercourse that gives the space its name and provides a leisure area of approximately 7,000 square meters. The garden has a playground, areas for sitting, and varied vegetation, including poplars, plane trees, olive trees, willows, and ash trees.

It is one of the best points along the route for a family break, especially for those traveling with children. As it is somewhat far from the stops on Avenida da Liberdade, it is advisable to allow time for walking along the local streets.

📍 Location: Rua Cidade Caldas da Rainha, Famões.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Av. Liberdade 85 or Av. Liberdade (Parque); about 400 to 600 meters.
🏷️ Category: Park, garden, and family leisure.
⭐ Distinctive feature: A large area beside the stream, with a playground, resting spaces, and a variety of plant species.

Parque Infantil do Casal Novo

On the route's final section, Parque Infantil do Casal Novo is a convenient stop for families who live in or visit the Casal Novo residential area. The municipal facility was remodeled and expanded, creating an area dedicated to children's leisure on Rua da Liberdade.

Because it is very close to the R. Liberdade 540 and R. Liberdade 13 stops, the park is one of the easiest places to access without major detours. The visit can be combined with a walk through the streets of Casal Novo and the neighborhood's small green spaces.

📍 Location: Rua da Liberdade, Casal Novo, Caneças, Odivelas.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: R. Liberdade 540 (Casal Novo) or R. Liberdade 13 (Casal Novo); up to 150 meters.
🏷️ Category: Playground and neighborhood leisure.
⭐ Distinctive feature: A remodeled and expanded facility with direct access from the route's main neighborhood stops.

Route 2223 is especially useful for those wishing to connect Senhor Roubado Metro with central Odivelas and, from there, reach the neighborhoods of Pombais, Patameiras, Famões, Casal Trigache, and Casal Novo. On weekdays, passengers can plan itineraries combining the market, heritage sites, and urban parks on the first section, or gardens and family leisure on the second. As service is limited and there is no service on Saturdays, Sundays, or public holidays, the best strategy is to choose the destination stop in advance and confirm the available departure in the desired direction.

Guide to Route 2223: between Senhor Roubado Metro, Odivelas, and the Famões and Casal Novo neighborhoods