Guide to Route 4401: What to Do Along the Journey Between Cachofarra, Mitrena and Setúbal Hospital

Between the Mitrena industrial area, Cachofarra and the neighborhoods of São Sebastião, route 4401 travels through an area of Setúbal with markets, green spaces, sports facilities, shops and city landmarks.

The route begins near Avenida Baía de Setúbal, serving the shipyard frontage and the Cachofarra area before entering the urban network via Avenida Belo Horizonte and Avenida Francisco Fernandes. This transition is marked by the passage from industrial and residential areas to a busier Setúbal, with neighborhood shops and public services.

In the central part of the itinerary, the Mercado 2 de Abril stop is one of the main points of interest for everyday shopping and fresh produce. Further on, the route approaches green spaces, the Avenida Afonso de Albuquerque corridor, the Alegro Setúbal shopping center and Praça de Touros Carlos Relvas, ending near São Bernardo Hospital.

Notice: the distances indicated are approximate and estimated from the route coordinates, the reported stops and the locations of the establishments and facilities consulted. According to the data provided, route 4401 has 15 outbound departures on weekdays, 8 on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays and public holidays; in the return direction, there are 16 departures on weekdays, 6 on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays and public holidays. The fare and operator were not provided.

Location	Category	Nearest stop/section	Approximate distance
Mercado 2 de Abril	Municipal market and shops	SETÚBAL (MERCADO 2 ABRIL)	In front of it or a few meters away
Parque Verde da Bela Vista	Park and sports complex	Av. Francisco Fernandes / Bairro Vila Maria	About 400 meters
Alegro Setúbal	Shopping center, restaurants and cinema	Av. João II / Praça de Touros	About 800 meters
Parque Urbano da Várzea	Urban park and recreation	Praça de Touros / Avenida Dom João II	About 900 meters
Praça de Touros Carlos Relvas	Heritage site and events venue	Avenida Dom João II (Praça de Touros)	Next to the route
São Bernardo Hospital	Healthcare service	SETÚBAL (PÇA TOUROS) HOSPITAL	About 100 to 300 meters
Parque do Bonfim	Urban park and garden	Praça de Touros / Avenida Dom João II	About 800 meters

Mercado 2 de Abril

Located on Rua Mário Sacramento, Mercado 2 de Abril is route 4401's most direct stop for anyone looking for fresh produce and traditional shopping. The market contains fish, butcher, fruit and vegetable stalls, as well as bread, cakes, delicatessen and frozen-food products.

A visit is especially worthwhile for those who want to do everyday shopping in a neighborhood setting, with complementary services such as a florist, pet shop, grocery store, dressmaker, craft shop and food and beverage establishments. It is a practical stop both for residents and for anyone wishing to discover a less tourist-oriented and more everyday side of Setúbal.

📍 Location: Rua Mário Sacramento, No. 46, Setúbal.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: SETÚBAL (MERCADO 2 ABRIL) stop, practically in front of the facility.
🏷️ Category: municipal market and traditional shopping.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: a concentration of fresh products and local services in a single space.

Parque Verde da Bela Vista

Parque Verde da Bela Vista is one of Setúbal's main urban green areas and is located near the section served by Avenida Francisco Fernandes. The municipal complex covers about ten hectares and combines open areas, sports facilities and spaces for spending time outdoors.

It is a good option for turning a bus journey into a longer outing: there is a jogging circuit, an outdoor gym, tennis courts, basketball, futsal, handball, volleyball and BMX facilities. The park also has a bar with an outdoor terrace and offers views over the municipality's urban and natural landscape.

📍 Location: Avenida da Bela Vista, No. 8, Setúbal.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: section between the Bairro Vila Maria and Avenida Francisco Fernandes stops, about 400 meters away.
🏷️ Category: urban park and sports complex.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: a large green area with facilities for informal sports and family recreation.

Alegro Setúbal

Alegro Setúbal is the main shopping hub on the final section of route 4401. Located on Avenida Antero de Quental, the center contains fashion, beauty, technology and wellness stores, as well as restaurants, services, clinics, a gym, a hypermarket and a cinema.

For those getting off near Avenida João II or Praça de Touros, the shopping center can be reached on foot, although the distance requires a somewhat longer walk. It is a versatile option for combining shopping, a meal and entertainment in the same outing, with views of the Arrábida Mountains and the Sado River.

📍 Location: Avenida Antero de Quental, No. 2, Setúbal.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Avenida João II, Escola dos Pinheirinhos and Praça de Touros, about 800 meters away.
🏷️ Category: shopping center, restaurants, services and cinema.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: it combines shopping, dining, leisure and services in a complex with a hypermarket and cinema.

Parque Urbano da Várzea

Parque Urbano da Várzea occupies an extensive green area beside the Ribeira do Livramento and is an option for those who prefer to walk, breathe fresh air and observe Setúbal's urban landscape. The area retains references to the former agricultural use of the floodplain and forms part of a municipal strategy for environmental and recreational enhancement.

The space is being consolidated as green and blue infrastructure, with recreational and landscape-improvement functions and a role in reducing the effects of flooding and urban heat. From the end of route 4401, access involves an estimated walk of less than one kilometer, which is especially appealing on mild days.

📍 Location: Ribeira do Livramento area, beside the N10 and the Várzea area, Setúbal.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Praça de Touros and Avenida Dom João II, about 900 meters away.
🏷️ Category: urban park and recreational area.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: it combines open landscape, environmental enhancement and potential for walks within the city.

Praça de Touros Carlos Relvas

Praça de Touros Carlos Relvas is one of the route's historic landmarks and appears directly in the names of several stops on the final section. Inaugurated in 1889, the building has an octagonal layout and decorative elements inspired by the Neo-Mudéjar style, making it an architectural landmark of Bairro Baptista and Setúbal's urban expansion.

In addition to its historic connection to bullfighting, the venue is also associated with cultural activities, events and initiatives promoted by the city's community organizations. Even when no events are scheduled, the area offers a chance to observe a unique heritage facility near important transport corridors and the hospital.

📍 Location: Bairro Baptista area, beside Avenida Dom João II, Setúbal.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Avenida Dom João II (Praça de Touros) in the outbound direction and SETÚBAL (PÇA TOUROS) HOSPITAL in the return direction.
🏷️ Category: historic heritage and events venue.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: an 1889 historic building with octagonal architecture and Neo-Mudéjar decoration.

São Bernardo Hospital

São Bernardo Hospital is the main landmark at the stated destination of route 4401. Located on Rua Camilo Castelo Branco, the facility is part of the region's healthcare network and gives its name to the stop located beside Praça de Touros, facilitating access for passengers coming from Mitrena, Cachofarra and the São Sebastião neighborhoods.

Although it is a service destination rather than a leisure destination, its presence helps illustrate the route's practical usefulness: the route connects industrial and residential areas to an important healthcare facility, while also passing markets and shopping areas that can be used during the same journey.

📍 Location: Rua Camilo Castelo Branco, Setúbal.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: SETÚBAL (PÇA TOUROS) HOSPITAL, about 100 to 300 meters away, depending on the access route used.
🏷️ Category: healthcare service and urban landmark.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: it is the stated destination of the route and contains one of the city's main hospital facilities.

Parque do Bonfim

Parque do Bonfim is one of Setúbal's best-known gardens and is located in the city center, relatively close to the route terminal near Praça de Touros. Originating in the 16th century and with its current layout designed in the 1960s, the park provides a tree-filled setting for rest, walks and informal sports.

The jogging circuit and artificial lighting expand the possibilities for use throughout the day. The walk from the final stops is estimated at less than one kilometer, making it possible to combine a visit to Praça de Touros, São Bernardo Hospital and one of Setúbal's historic green spaces.

📍 Location: Avenida Alexandre Herculano, Setúbal.
🚏 Nearest route stop/section and approximate distance: Praça de Touros and Avenida Dom João II, about 800 meters away.
🏷️ Category: urban park and garden.
⭐ Distinguishing feature: a central green area with historic value, a jogging circuit and an environment suited to taking a break.

Route 4401 can be used as a discovery itinerary in small stages: passengers can get off at Mercado 2 de Abril to shop, continue to Parque Verde da Bela Vista for outdoor activities and then proceed toward Alegro Setúbal or Praça de Touros. In the return direction, the stops near the hospital and Avenida Dom João II help organize the journey back to Cachofarra and Mitrena, while always observing the operating times provided for each type of day.

Guide to Route 4401: What to Do Along the Journey Between Cachofarra, Mitrena and Setúbal Hospital