Guide to Route 35: from Trajouce to Carcavelos, among markets, parks, and the beach

Connecting Trajouce and Carcavelos, Route 35 crosses different areas of São Domingos de Rana and ends next to the railway station, providing access to commercial areas, green spaces, sports facilities, and the coast.

The route begins in a more inland area marked by residential and industrial zones, passing through Trajouce, Poço de Cação, and Abóboda before reaching the areas of São Domingos de Rana, Rebelva, and Carcavelos. It is a journey that reveals a less-touristy part of the municipality of Cascais, but one with good options for shopping, playing sports, strolling through urban parks, or continuing the outing to the sea.

In the Abóboda area, the route comes close to facilities focused on leisure and physical activity. Farther south, it passes through local shopping areas and green spaces such as Quinta de Rana and Quinta da Alagoa. At the Carcavelos terminus, the proximity of the railway station makes it easy to connect with other forms of transport and reach the beach quickly.

Notice: the distances shown are approximate and were estimated from the coordinates of the route and the listed stops. Route 35 has 49 departures in the Trajouce–Carcavelos direction and 50 in the opposite direction on weekdays; on Saturdays, there are 27 departures outbound and 28 on the return. There is no service on Sundays and public holidays. The fare was not provided in the supplied data.

Location	Category	Nearest stop/section	Approximate distance
Abóboda Urban Park	Park and leisure	Abóboda - Terminus / Rua Cabo da Roca	About 600 to 700 meters
Abóboda Municipal Sports Complex	Sports and leisure	Abóboda - Terminus	About 600 to 800 meters
São Domingos de Rana Market	Market and food	Estrada de São Domingos / Igreja S. Domingos de Rana	About 600 to 800 meters
Quinta de Rana Urban Park	Family park and leisure	S. Domingos de Rana - Cemetery	About 300 to 500 meters
Outeiro de Polima Urban Park	Park and nature	Estrada de São Domingos / Igreja S. Domingos de Rana	About 1.1 to 1.3 kilometers
Alagoa Office & Retail Center	Shopping and services	Rua Fonte da Aldeia / Carcavelos	About 400 to 600 meters
Quinta da Alagoa Park	Park and recreation	Rua Fonte da Aldeia / Carcavelos	About 300 to 500 meters
Carcavelos Market	Market and dining	Carcavelos - Station	About 200 to 400 meters
Carcavelos Beach	Beach and outdoor sports	Carcavelos - Station	About 900 meters to 1.2 kilometers

Abóboda Urban Park

Near the Abóboda section, Abóboda Urban Park transformed a former stone-extraction area into a space for recreation and physical activity. The park combines green areas, places to sit, children's facilities, and sports structures, making it an interesting alternative for anyone who wants to take an outdoor break without leaving the inland part of the municipality.

The athletics track and leisure areas make the site especially suitable for walks, runs, and family activities. The park's size allows for an informal visit, whether to burn off energy, bring children, or simply rest after moving through Abóboda's residential and commercial areas.

📍 Location: Estrada da Conceição da Abóboda, São Domingos de Rana.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Abóboda - Terminus or Rua Cabo da Roca, about 600 to 700 meters away.
🏷️ Category: Urban park, sports, and leisure.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: Redevelopment of a former quarry with an athletics track, green areas, and children's recreation facilities.

Abóboda Municipal Sports Complex

The Abóboda Municipal Sports Complex is an option for those seeking a more structured activity. The facility brings together sports and wellness amenities, including a swimming pool and spaces intended for physical activity, serving as a hub for regular use by residents of the parish.

Its proximity to Abóboda Urban Park makes it possible to combine organized sports with outdoor activities. For those getting off at the Abóboda terminus, it is one of the best examples of how Route 35 also serves an area of community facilities, rather than merely providing travel between neighborhoods.

📍 Location: Rua Mouzinho de Albuquerque, Abóboda, São Domingos de Rana.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Abóboda - Terminus, about 600 to 800 meters away.
🏷️ Category: Sports complex and municipal facility.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: Swimming pool and sports activities in a leading facility of the parish.

São Domingos de Rana Market

São Domingos de Rana Market is a must for anyone who enjoys local shopping and food products. Managed by the Parish Council, the space hosts a traditional local market, a general street market, and an antiques market, creating a commercial program that varies according to the day of the week.

On Fridays, the selection focuses mainly on fish, meat, bread, fruit, vegetables, cheese, cured meats, and other food products. On Saturdays, the market takes on a broader character, with household goods, clothing, footwear, and accessories. The café helps extend the visit and reinforces the atmosphere of community gathering.

📍 Location: Avenida Padre Agostinho Pereira da Silva, São Domingos de Rana.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Estrada de São Domingos or Igreja S. Domingos de Rana, about 600 to 800 meters away.
🏷️ Category: Market, fair, and local shopping.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: It brings together a traditional local market, a general street market, and an antiques market on different days.

Quinta de Rana Urban Park

Among the best stops for a peaceful break is Quinta de Rana Urban Park. Located on a former estate, the space preserves elements of the agricultural structure and historic water-use systems, creating an environment that combines heritage, gardens, and recreation.

The park has lawns, a playground, a café, and walking areas beside the water. One of its most distinctive features is the Butterfly House, associated with environmental education activities and observation of the butterflies' life cycle. It is a suitable destination for families, gentle walks, and unhurried visits.

📍 Location: Rua Feliciano Moreira, São Domingos de Rana.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: S. Domingos de Rana - Cemetery, about 300 to 500 meters away.
🏷️ Category: Urban park, heritage, and environmental education.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: Former estate with preserved water systems, café, playground, and Butterfly House.

Outeiro de Polima Urban Park

Although it requires a somewhat longer walk from the route, Outeiro de Polima Urban Park is a good choice for those who prefer broad green spaces and an open view over the region. The park occupies about five hectares of former farmland between Outeiro de Polima and Torre da Aguilha.

The space includes lawns, a playground, a walking circuit, sports courts, a café, and community gardens. Its elevated location is one of its main attractions, offering views toward the Tagus, Lisbon, Monsanto, and Cabo Espichel. It can also host local events and outdoor concerts.

📍 Location: Beside Estrada de Polima, São Domingos de Rana.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Estrada de São Domingos or Igreja S. Domingos de Rana, about 1.1 to 1.3 kilometers away.
🏷️ Category: Urban park, nature, and leisure.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: Large green areas, community gardens, and panoramic views over the Tagus and the Lisbon region.

Alagoa Office & Retail Center

As the route approaches Carcavelos, Alagoa Office & Retail Center offers a shopping and services alternative to the traditional shopping-center format. The space brings together stores from different sectors, services, healthcare, and wellness, with free parking and a central location in the parish.

It is a convenient stop for anyone who wants to take care of several tasks in one place, shop, or combine services with a walk through Quinta da Alagoa. The area is also close to Carcavelos Station and other points of interest in the region.

📍 Location: Rua de Cantabria, Carcavelos.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Rua Fonte da Aldeia or the final section in Carcavelos, about 400 to 600 meters away.
🏷️ Category: Shopping center, shopping, and services.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: A concentration of stores, services, and healthcare and wellness options with free parking.

Quinta da Alagoa Park

Quinta da Alagoa Park is one of the most interesting green spaces along the final section of Route 35. Formerly an estate that produced Carcavelos wine, it preserves ruins, hydraulic features, and a lagoon fed by underground water, creating a setting with a strong local identity.

The park offers lawns, two playgrounds, tennis courts, a walking circuit, a dining area, a café, and exercise equipment. It is a versatile place: suitable both for a quick stop between shopping and transport connections and for a longer family afternoon.

📍 Location: Rua Mário Henrique Leiria, Carcavelos.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Rua Fonte da Aldeia or the final Carcavelos section, about 300 to 500 meters away.
🏷️ Category: Historic park, leisure, and recreation.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: Lagoon, remains of the former Carcavelos wine estate, playgrounds, and tennis courts.

Carcavelos Market

Carcavelos Market, near the railway station, is one of the main food-shopping landmarks at the Route 35 terminus. The space contains stalls and shops selling products such as bread, fruit, vegetables, meat, and fish, as well as an urban square with outdoor seating and the potential to host events.

Its location is ideal for a combined itinerary: you can get off the bus, shop, stop for something to eat, and continue on foot to the beach or railway station. On certain days, the surrounding area also hosts the Carcavelos Fair, with stalls selling miscellaneous goods, antiques, handicrafts, and second-hand items.

📍 Location: Central Carcavelos, near the railway station.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Carcavelos - Station - Platform 1, about 200 to 400 meters away.
🏷️ Category: Market, dining, and fair.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: Food shopping, outdoor seating, and a connection with the Carcavelos Fair on specific days.

Carcavelos Beach

The grand prize of the final section is Carcavelos Beach, one of the best-known beaches on the coastline between Lisbon and Cascais. Its extensive sandy shore attracts people for swimming, walking, surfing, bodyboarding, and other water sports, and it has a lively atmosphere during the bathing season.

The railway station is less than one kilometer from the beach, and the Route 35 terminus provides a convenient gateway for those arriving from the inland neighborhoods of São Domingos de Rana. The walk to the sea can be made on foot, turning a practical bus journey into a complete outing through Carcavelos.

📍 Location: Carcavelos seafront, beside Avenida Marginal.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Carcavelos - Station - Platform 1, about 900 meters to 1.2 kilometers away.
🏷️ Category: Beach, leisure, and outdoor sports.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: A large sandy shore with a surfing tradition and combined access by bus and train.

For those who live in or are passing through Trajouce, Poço de Cação, Abóboda, or São Domingos de Rana, Route 35 offers a practical way to reach a variety of destinations without relying on a car. The route serves everything from markets and sports facilities to urban parks and, in the direction of Carcavelos, ends with two of the municipality's best combinations: railway station and beach. Just choose the stop, confirm the direction, and allow extra time for the sections covered on foot.

Guide to Route 35: from Trajouce to Carcavelos, among markets, parks, and the beach