Guide to Route 3107: shopping, flavors and leisure between Fernão Ferro and Pinhal de Frades
Route 3107 connects Fernão Ferro to the Pinhal de Frades Health Center and crosses a residential corridor with local shops, markets, restaurants and green spaces for a car-free break.
Starting near the EN378 in Fernão Ferro, the route follows the parish’s daily life along streets such as Avenida 10 de Junho, Rua da República, Rua Luísa Tody and Rua da Igreja. It is a local-feeling route, marked by supermarkets, cafés, services and small community gathering spots.
In central Fernão Ferro, the route approaches the Municipal Market, Jardim da Juventude and Parque das Lagoas, one of the region’s main leisure spaces. It also passes near restaurants that can turn a practical journey into a stop for lunch or dinner.
Heading toward Pinhal de Frades, the bus travels along Avenida 25 de Abril and Avenida da Ponte, serving the municipal market area, sports facilities and the Atlantic Dimension swimming pool. The final destination, near the Casal do Marco Health Center, leaves passengers in an area with local shops and neighborhood services.
Notice: the distances shown are approximate and estimated from the coordinates of the route and the reported stops. According to the data provided, the route operates with 7 departures in each direction on weekdays, with no departures on Saturdays, Sundays or public holidays. Frequency, fare and operator should be confirmed before traveling.
| Location | Category | Nearest stop/section | Approximate distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| A Paragem | Restaurant | Fernão Ferro (EN 378) Restaurante Paragem | Next to the stop |
| Intermarché Fernão Ferro | Supermarket and shopping | Casal Sapo (Av. 10 Junho) Supermercado | Up to 100 m |
| Parque das Lagoas | Urban park and leisure | Casal Sapo (Av. 10 Junho) Supermercado | About 400 to 500 m |
| Skate Park Fernão Ferro | Sports and leisure | Casal Sapo (Av. 10 Junho) Supermercado | About 400 to 500 m |
| Jardim da Juventude | Garden and community space | R. Luísa Tody 451 | About 100 to 150 m |
| Mercado Municipal de Fernão Ferro | Market and local shopping | R. Luísa Tody 267 | About 50 m |
| Sushi Angel | Asian cuisine restaurant | R. da Igreja 681 or R. António Aleixo 252 | About 100 to 250 m |
| Mercado Municipal de Pinhal de Frades | Market and fresh produce | Pin Frades (Av. 25 Abril 4745) Externato | About 200 m |
| Atlantic Dimension | Swimming pool and aquatic activities | Casal Marco (Av. Ponte) Centro Saúde | About 300 to 500 m |
A Paragem
As it passes along the EN378, route 3107 drops passengers practically at the door of one of the best-known restaurants on the itinerary itself. A Paragem has an informal atmosphere and friendly service, with a menu associated with Portuguese cuisine and popular-inspired dishes, including options such as francesinha, Portuguese-style boiled dinner and fried cuttlefish.
It is a practical choice for anyone who wants to eat without moving away from Fernão Ferro’s main corridor. Its location beside the road makes the restaurant especially convenient for a meal during the journey, although it is advisable to confirm its opening hours before traveling, particularly on Sundays.
- 📍 Location: EN378, 29, Fernão Ferro.
- 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Fernão Ferro (EN 378) Restaurante Paragem; practically next to the stop.
- 🏷️ Category: Restaurant and traditional cuisine.
- ⭐ Distinguishing feature: Direct access from the route itself and an informal atmosphere with popular Portuguese dishes.
Intermarché Fernão Ferro
On Avenida 10 de Junho, the stop identified as “Supermarket” serves one of the route’s most useful commercial landmarks: Intermarché Fernão Ferro. The site operates as a supermarket for everyday shopping and includes a shopping gallery, providing convenience for anyone who needs to stock up at home or take care of small purchases while passing through the area.
It is also a strategic point for combining mobility and services. The stop is in the Casal do Sapo corridor, an area where the route intersects with shops, a pharmacy and everyday facilities, making it possible to shop without relying on an additional car trip.
- 📍 Location: Avenida 10 de Junho, Intermarché Building, Fernão Ferro.
- 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Casal Sapo (Av. 10 Junho) Supermercado; up to about 100 meters.
- 🏷️ Category: Supermarket, shopping gallery and services.
- ⭐ Distinguishing feature: Brings essential shopping and services together at a point directly associated with the route.
Parque das Lagoas
Parque das Lagoas is the main invitation to outdoor leisure on the Fernão Ferro section. The urban space includes a children’s playground, picnic area, dog park, multi-sports court, restrooms and exercise equipment, offering options for families, walkers and people who practice sports.
The park also hosts community events, athletics competitions, Seixal Games activities and the Fernão Ferro Popular Festivities. For passengers getting off near the supermarket, the walk to the site is short, although it may require a few minutes along the surrounding streets.
- 📍 Location: Rua Carlos de Oliveira, Fernão Ferro.
- 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Casal Sapo (Av. 10 Junho) Supermercado; about 400 to 500 meters.
- 🏷️ Category: Urban park, leisure and sports.
- ⭐ Distinguishing feature: It is a multifunctional space with areas for children, picnics, animals and sports activities.
Skate Park Fernão Ferro
Integrated into the Parque das Lagoas leisure area, Skate Park Fernão Ferro is an option for anyone looking for a more dynamic activity. The facility was refurbished and forms part of the sports and recreational complex, which includes circulation areas, courts and gathering spaces.
Its proximity to the park makes it possible to combine a visit to the skate park with an outdoor walk, a break at the children’s playground or an exercise session. It is an especially interesting destination for young people and families who want to use route 3107 to reach a leisure space without crossing central Lisbon.
- 📍 Location: Parque das Lagoas area, Fernão Ferro.
- 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Casal Sapo (Av. 10 Junho) Supermercado; about 400 to 500 meters.
- 🏷️ Category: Skate park, sports and youth leisure.
- ⭐ Distinguishing feature: Makes it possible to complement a visit to the urban park with an activity dedicated to skateboards, roller skates and bicycles.
Jardim da Juventude
Jardim da Juventude is a small green area set within Fernão Ferro’s urban fabric, suitable for a quiet break between shopping, services and journeys. With paths and benches, it serves as a place for rest and socializing for residents and visitors.
The route passes relatively close to Rua da Juventude and Rua Luísa Tody, making the garden an easy stop for anyone who wants to walk for a few minutes, rest or take a brief break outdoors. The atmosphere is quieter than that of the larger parks, making it ideal for a quick daytime visit.
- 📍 Location: Rua da Juventude, Fernão Ferro.
- 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: R. Luísa Tody 451; about 100 to 150 meters.
- 🏷️ Category: Garden and urban green space.
- ⭐ Distinguishing feature: It is a rest area near several central stops on the route.
Mercado Municipal de Fernão Ferro
Mercado Municipal de Fernão Ferro is one of the most interesting stops for anyone who values local shopping. The facility brings together stalls and small businesses selling fresh produce, groceries, baked goods, meat, fish, cafés and other services, preserving the close-knit atmosphere typical of neighborhood markets.
Its location on Rua Luísa Tody makes this market one of the easiest destinations on route 3107: the “R. Luísa Tody 451” and “R. Luísa Tody 267” stops are on the same axis as the facility. It is a good choice for buying fresh produce, having a coffee or simply discovering one of the parish’s traditional shopping areas.
- 📍 Location: Rua Luísa Tody, Store 20, Fernão Ferro.
- 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: R. Luísa Tody 267; about 50 meters.
- 🏷️ Category: Municipal market and local shopping.
- ⭐ Distinguishing feature: Brings fresh produce and small establishments together at a point very close to the route.
Sushi Angel
On Rua da Igreja, Sushi Angel adds an Asian cuisine option to the route’s gastronomic itinerary. The restaurant specializes in sushi and other Japanese-inspired dishes, with dine-in and takeaway service, offering an alternative to the traditional cuisine establishments that predominate in the area.
The site is close to the central section served by the stops on Rua da Igreja and Rua António Aleixo. A visit can be combined with a walk through Fernão Ferro’s commercial center, especially for anyone looking for lunch or dinner outside the usual circuit of Portuguese cafés and restaurants.
- 📍 Location: Rua da Igreja, lot 256, store B, Fernão Ferro.
- 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: R. da Igreja 681 or R. António Aleixo 252; about 100 to 250 meters.
- 🏷️ Category: Japanese restaurant and Asian cuisine.
- ⭐ Distinguishing feature: Offers sushi and takeaway service on a corridor directly served by the route.
Mercado Municipal de Pinhal de Frades
In the final part of the route, Mercado Municipal de Pinhal de Frades is a local shopping landmark. The site has a fresh-produce area and maintains a direct connection with residents’ daily routines, serving as an alternative to larger supermarkets.
The stops on Avenida 25 de Abril, including the one near the Externato, leave passengers a short walk from the market. It is a suitable destination for quick shopping, looking for fresh produce and experiencing the traditional commerce of Pinhal de Frades.
- 📍 Location: Rua Saúl Dias, Pinhal de Frades.
- 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Pin Frades (Av. 25 Abril 4745) Externato; about 200 meters.
- 🏷️ Category: Municipal market and fresh produce.
- ⭐ Distinguishing feature: It is one of the main local shopping points at the northern end of the route.
Atlantic Dimension
Atlantic Dimension operates as an aquatic activities facility in Pinhal de Frades, offering programs for different ages and goals, including swimming, hydromobility, water aerobics, baby swimming and aquasenior. The site also offers pool parties and nutrition consultations, according to the schedule and services publicized by the organization.
The swimming pool is on Avenida da Ponte, near the final section of route 3107. The walk from the Health Center stop is relatively short, but may vary depending on the exact drop-off point and the access route chosen. To use the activities, it is important to check schedules, registration requirements and availability in advance.
- 📍 Location: Avenida da Ponte, 79A, Pinhal de Frades.
- 🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Casal Marco (Av. Ponte) Centro Saúde; about 300 to 500 meters.
- 🏷️ Category: Swimming pool and aquatic activities.
- ⭐ Distinguishing feature: Brings together aquatic classes and activities for babies, children, adults and seniors.
With only seven departures in each direction on weekdays and no service on weekends or public holidays, route 3107 requires some planning, but provides a useful connection between residential areas of Fernão Ferro, the shops on Avenida 10 de Junho, the parish center and the facilities of Pinhal de Frades. For an outing, it is worth choosing the drop-off location in advance, checking the return schedule and enjoying the route in stages: shopping at the market, a meal, the park or a sporting activity.
Sources
- Seixal City Council — Municipal markets
- Seixal City Council — Green spaces
- Seixal City Council — Fernão Ferro Popular Festivities
- Fernão Ferro Parish Council — Skate Park refurbishment
- Atlantic Dimension — Aquatic activities
- Sushi Angel — Fernão Ferro
- A Paragem — Fernão Ferro
- Mapcarta — Pinhal de Frades Municipal Market