Guide to Route 2805: Mafra’s heritage, Saloia villages and parks to Campo Grande

Between Encarnação and Lisbon, route 2805 reveals a journey featuring palaces, markets, museums, green spaces and cultural facilities across the municipality of Mafra and the northern area of the capital.

The route begins in the rural and residential areas of Encarnação, passes through places such as Freiria, Picanceira, Sobral da Abelheira and Murgeira, and reaches Mafra, where the route has a greater concentration of heritage sites, traditional commerce and cultural spaces.

From Mafra, the route continues through Alcainça, Malveira and Venda do Pinheiro, linking small urban centers to Lisbon. It is a journey marked by the Saloia landscape, villages with their own identity and a gradual transition to the parks, museums and leisure facilities of Campo Grande.

Attention: the distances indicated are approximate and estimated from the route coordinates and the locations of the stops. According to the data provided, the route has 7 departures in the Encarnação–Lisbon direction on weekdays and 10 in the Lisbon–Encarnação direction; no departures are indicated on Saturdays, Sundays or public holidays. The fare and operator were not provided in the data received, so it is advisable to confirm this information before traveling.

Location	Category	Nearest stop/section	Approximate distance
Venda do Pinheiro Ecological and Intermodal Park	Park and leisure	Venda do Pinheiro (Eco Parque)	Up to 100 meters
Beatriz Costa Popular Museum	Museum and culture	En 116 36 (Supermarket) / Rua 25 de Abril	200 to 400 meters
Mafra Municipal Market	Market and gastronomy	Mafra (Terminal)	400 to 700 meters
Quinta da Raposa Cultural Complex	Cultural center	Quinta Raposa Cultural Complex	Up to 100 meters
National Palace of Mafra	Heritage and tourism	Terreiro D. João V (Palace)	400 to 600 meters
Jardim do Cerco	Historic garden and leisure	Terreiro D. João V (Palace)	500 to 800 meters
Campo Grande Garden	Urban park	Campo Grande (North Drop-off)	400 to 700 meters
Bordalo Pinheiro Museum	Museum and arts	Campo Grande (North Drop-off)	500 to 800 meters
Quinta das Conchas and Lilases Park	Park and landscape heritage	Campo Grande (North Drop-off)	1.2 to 1.6 kilometers

Venda do Pinheiro Ecological and Intermodal Park

Venda do Pinheiro Ecological and Intermodal Park is one of the route’s most complete stops for those looking for an outdoor break. Integrated into the village’s urban fabric, the space combines green areas, pedestrian paths, a lake, sports facilities and mobility-support structures.

The park is especially appealing to families and those traveling with children, as it includes a children’s area, picnic area, dog park, skate park, fitness circuit and spaces for outdoor activities. Its proximity to the source of the Lizandro River adds an environmental dimension to the outing, while the route’s stop itself makes arriving without a car easy.

📍 Location: Avenida 9 de Julho, Venda do Pinheiro.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Venda do Pinheiro (Eco Parque), up to 100 meters away.
🏷️ Category: Park, leisure, sports and mobility.
⭐ Distinctive feature: brings together an interpretation center, green spaces, sports facilities and social areas in a single complex.

Beatriz Costa Popular Museum

Located in the Malveira Cultural Center, the Beatriz Costa Popular Museum preserves the memory of the actress known as the “Saloia Diva.” The collection originated from the artist herself, who donated personal objects, travel souvenirs and items from her everyday world to the people of Malveira.

Among the most interesting items are the collections of dolls and little donkeys, as well as photographs, letters, press clippings and other documents related to Beatriz Costa’s life. It is a small-scale visit, but one with a strong connection to local identity and the cultural history of the Saloia region.

📍 Location: Malveira Cultural Center, Largo da Feira, Malveira.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: En 116 36 (Supermarket) and stops on Rua 25 de Abril, between 200 and 400 meters away.
🏷️ Category: Museum, local memory and popular culture.
⭐ Distinctive feature: presents a personal collection directly connected to one of the most prominent figures in Portuguese cinema and theater.

Mafra Municipal Market

In the center of Mafra, the market is a good choice for discovering products and flavors associated with the area. The stalls offer fruit, vegetables, fish, flowers, cheeses, cured sausages, Mafra bread and other food products, many of them connected to local production.

The space has also developed a dining and social dimension, with a bar, café and terrace. For those arriving on route 2805, the market serves as a starting point for a walk through the historic center, allowing visitors to combine shopping, snacks and a walk to the National Palace of Mafra and Jardim do Cerco.

📍 Location: Rua José Elias Garcia, in central Mafra.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Mafra (Terminal), between 400 and 700 meters away.
🏷️ Category: Market, traditional commerce and gastronomy.
⭐ Distinctive feature: combines fresh-produce stalls with dining facilities and a terrace overlooking the Royal Building of Mafra.

Quinta da Raposa Cultural Complex

Quinta da Raposa Cultural Complex is one of the most directly accessible cultural stops on route 2805: the bus leaves visitors practically at the door of an architectural complex whose history spans different periods and functions.

The former estate has been a residence, national nursery, seminary and school. Today, it houses facilities such as the Mafra Village Interpretation Center, the Lines of Torres Interpretation Center, the Ernesto Soares Documentation Center, the Visual Arts Studio and the Francisco Alves Gato Music House, which hosts performances and cultural initiatives.

📍 Location: Largo Coronel Brito Gorjão, Mafra.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Quinta Raposa Cultural Complex, up to 100 meters away.
🏷️ Category: Cultural center, heritage and artistic programming.
⭐ Distinctive feature: brings together historical interpretation, documentation, visual arts and music in a space with several layers of use.

National Palace of Mafra

The National Palace of Mafra is the route’s main tourist attraction. The monumental complex commissioned by King João V includes a royal palace, basilica and convent, as well as a historic library with around 30,000 volumes and a highly significant set of carillons and organs.

Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2019, the Royal Building of Mafra dominates Terreiro D. João V and is the ideal starting point for a walk through the center of the village. The visit can be complemented by Jardim do Cerco, the Torreão Sul Municipal Gallery and the cafés and restaurants on the nearby streets.

📍 Location: Terreiro D. João V, Mafra.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Terreiro D. João V (Palace), between 400 and 600 meters away.
🏷️ Category: Historic heritage, architecture and tourism.
⭐ Distinctive feature: it is one of Portugal’s largest monumental complexes and forms part of a UNESCO-recognized cultural site.

Jardim do Cerco

Right next to the National Palace of Mafra, Jardim do Cerco offers a change of pace: after the monument’s grandeur, visitors encounter tree-lined paths, pools, waterfalls, shaded corners and a historic kitchen garden.

The Baroque garden covers around eight hectares and preserves features such as the centuries-old water wheel and the Aromatic Garden, with species used for medicinal and culinary purposes. It is an especially pleasant option for a quiet stroll, a break between visits or those traveling with family.

📍 Location: Largo General Humberto Delgado, next to the National Palace of Mafra.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Terreiro D. João V (Palace), between 500 and 800 meters away.
🏷️ Category: Historic garden, heritage and leisure.
⭐ Distinctive feature: combines Baroque design, water, vegetation, a historic kitchen garden and a direct connection to Mafra’s monumental complex.

Campo Grande Garden

Upon arriving in Lisbon, Campo Grande Garden is one of the best options for turning the drop-off into an outing. Covering 13.38 hectares, the space includes lawns, trees, a lake, paths and several facilities for recreation and physical activity.

The garden has a children’s playground, youth park, padel courts, fitness circuit, picnic area, dining facilities and a dog enclosure. The setting is spacious and relaxed, suitable both for a quick walk near the terminal and for an afternoon of leisure without leaving the Campo Grande area.

📍 Location: Campo Grande Garden, Lisbon.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Campo Grande (North Drop-off), between 400 and 700 meters away.
🏷️ Category: Urban park, sports and leisure.
⭐ Distinctive feature: offers a large green area with sports facilities, family spaces and dining options beside an important transport terminal.

Bordalo Pinheiro Museum

Also accessible from the Campo Grande terminal, the Bordalo Pinheiro Museum houses one of the most significant collections dedicated to the Portuguese artist Rafael Bordalo Pinheiro. The collection covers drawing, caricature, ceramics, illustration and writing, revealing the creativity and critical perspective of the creator of the celebrated Zé Povinho.

Located in Campo Grande, the museum is a good choice for those who prefer a short cultural program with a strong Portuguese identity. The visit can be combined with a walk through Campo Grande Garden or a trip through the Alvalade and Lumiar corridor.

📍 Location: Campo Grande, 382, Lisbon.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Campo Grande (North Drop-off), between 500 and 800 meters away.
🏷️ Category: Museum, visual arts and caricature.
⭐ Distinctive feature: brings together a comprehensive collection on an artist who left his mark simultaneously on Portuguese culture, press and ceramics.

Quinta das Conchas and Lilases Park

For those wishing to extend their outing in northern Lisbon, Quinta das Conchas and Lilases Park offers a green alternative just a few minutes from Campo Grande. The complex was created by integrating former recreational estates and preserves heritage features, including the building and gallery of Quinta dos Lilases.

The park is suitable for walking, relaxing and observing the urban landscape from an area with trees, lawns and different environments. Although it requires a longer walk from the route’s final stop, it is an interesting extension for those with more time who want to explore the connection between rural heritage and contemporary public space in Lisbon.

📍 Location: Lumiar area, beside Alameda das Linhas de Torres.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Campo Grande (North Drop-off), between 1.2 and 1.6 kilometers away.
🏷️ Category: Park, landscape heritage and leisure.
⭐ Distinctive feature: combines public green areas with architectural remains of the former Quinta das Conchas and Lilases estates.

Route 2805 works best as a connection for planned outings on weekdays: visitors can get off directly at Venda do Pinheiro Eco Park, explore Malveira, fit several visits into the center of Mafra and end the day in Campo Grande. Since the indicated service is limited and there are no departures on weekends or public holidays, it is worth checking the schedules in advance and arranging the return before setting out.

Guide to Route 2805: Mafra’s heritage, Saloia villages and parks to Campo Grande