Latest news and stories about mobility in daily life in Portugal for expats and residents.
MUBi has formally rejected the Automobile Club of Portugal's proposed Highway Code reforms, labeling them a regression for sustainable urban mobility.
A recent report reveals that half of Europeans do not utilize public transport, with Portugal exceeding this average, while countries like Luxembourg, Estonia, and Sweden show the highest usage rates.
The local authority considers that “the introduction of a free access scheme for public transport could induce changes in the population's mobility patterns”.
The car park will be free for all Navegante pass holders, who can then continue their journey using public transport or the GIRA bicycle network.
Laura Gonçalves, who leads the operator PowerDot in the Iberian Peninsula, explains the company's plans, which have focused on installing charging stations in commercial spaces.
Cristina Pinto Dias, Secretary of State for Mobility, explains why Portugal is experiencing “the most demanding decade” in the sector, how the country can combat mobility poverty, and why the integration of ticketing is the decisive step to transform the passenger experience. Listen here to the Expresso mobility podcast, Mobi Boom, hosted by Luís Costa.
According to the Sintra city council, the 'experimental mobility' measure aims to improve access, safety for residents and workers, and the visitor experience, and will remain in place until 6 April.
Sintra City Council is implementing temporary traffic restrictions in the town's historic centre starting Thursday, 19 March, to improve mobility and safety. Private vehicle access will be limited, and tourist buses must park in peripheral lots at Lourel and Ramalhão. The 'Living and Visiting the Town of Sintra' operation, running until 6 April, includes enhanced signage, operational control points, and redirected public transport routes. Mayor Marco Almeida stated the measures address long-standing concerns from residents and workers, aiming to restore the quality of the UNESCO World Heritage site.
The article highlights that Infraestruturas de Portugal has successfully resolved over 90% of road closures across Portugal. This indicates significant progress in restoring transportation infrastructure, improving mobility and accessibility throughout the country.
Portugal is in the top 3 EU countries with the lowest public transport usage rate, with 68% of people not having used public transport in 2024. Cyprus led the ranking with 85% of people.
At the other end of the spectrum is Luxembourg, where only 15.7% of the population did not use public transport in 2024.
Sintra Council has approved the expansion of paid parking to beach areas, increased rates for car parks and limited-duration zones, and introduced monthly permits for tourism operators. The measure, announced on Wednesday, March 11, aims to manage parking pressure in urban areas and tourist hotspots. The new tariffs, effective from April 1, have faced criticism from opposition parties, who argue the move lacks a comprehensive mobility strategy and negatively impacts residents and local businesses. Mayor Marco Almeida defended the decision, citing the need for better space management and promising future plans for additional parking capacity.
Mobility is indeed one of the most pressing issues in life in Lisbon. I could give many examples, but I will stick to one that everyone knows: the stairs of Chiado.
The metropolitan public transport operator Carris Metropolitana reached a new high in 2025, carrying 194 million passengers — the highest annual ridership on record.
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Around €3.8 million has been invested by Lisbon City Council in the works, which aim to improve mobility and accessibility. Traffic closures are expected.
A petition by passengers concerned about mobility in the Lisbon Metropolitan Area denounces “frequent delays, train cancellations, overcrowding and serious failures in passenger information”.
New millionaires are no longer just looking for relaxation: they want mobility, entertainment, and multiple homes at the same time. Portugal is now on the map, in a list that includes cities like Dubai and New York. However, the Portuguese offerings are still limited to keep up with a lifestyle that never stops.
The Spanish company Zunder will install 44 new charging points for electric vehicles in Portugal, including five designed for trucks. At least six will be ultra-fast stations to 'enhance connectivity in key logistics corridors, border areas, and regions with high daily mobility': Valença, Esposende, Vila Nova de Gaia, São Mamede de Infesta (Matosinhos), Caldas ...
