Latest news and stories about transportation in Lisboa, Portugal for expats and residents.
The government has issued a formal warning to ANA regarding outdated passenger forecasts for the new airport, expressing concerns that the infrastructure will be undersized upon completion.
Data reveals that less than 18% of flights operating during the restricted midnight to 6:00 AM window at Lisbon's Humberto Delgado Airport between 2023 and 2025 met the required 'force majeure' criteria.
Dozens of TVDE platform drivers protested this Wednesday in front of the Assembly of the Republic. They are demanding fare increases and fuel subsidies. They also contest the possibility of taxis being included in the sector.
The initiative's main demands include an “urgent increase in fares”, the “rejection of the taxi sector's entry” into the TVDE regime, and “support for rising fuel prices”.
Is Lisbon a city for bicycles? In Mobi Boom, Luísa Sousa and Diego Cavalcanti, researchers and co-authors of the book “Cycling Cities: The Lisbon Experience”, deconstruct the myth of the seven hills and point to the ambition of following the Amsterdam model. Listen to the podcast by Luís Costa Branco here.
The company ensures it intends to make Lisbon its sole hub for flight distribution in Southern Europe
Home News TAP reinforces operations from Lisbon TAP reinforces operations from Lisbon During the summer, TAP will have 179 flights between Lisbon and 12 Spanish cities. By Bruno G.
Home News Portugal opens new low-cost fuel station Portugal opens new low-cost fuel station Located in Castanheira do Ribatejo, in the Lisbon region, Petroprix has opened a new fuel station. By Bruno G.
“The agents intimidated us,” says the secretary of the Association of Tourist Animation Drivers. At issue is the right to stop near tourist points of interest.
“Without upgrades at Portela within two years, TAP risks becoming a ‘victim of its own success’”, warns Lufthansa, which considers the new Luís de Camões airport “essential”.
Home News Construction of new Lisbon Airport delayed Construction of new Lisbon Airport delayed The Luís de Camões Airport was supposed to be completed in 2034, but the Government says the completion date has been pushed back to 2037. By Bruno G.
March has already seen 1,500 fewer combustion-engine cars operating in Lisbon and Porto because platforms Bolt and Uber have not adjusted their rates to account for fuel price hikes, the association for private-hire vehicle transport revealed this Wednesday. In a statement, the Portuguese Association of Private-Hire Vehicle Transporters (APTAD) adds that the stoppage...
The association states that the stoppage is not more noticeable only due to the fleet of electric vehicles, which continues to operate.
Sintra City Council is set to increase parking fees and extend paid parking zones to two of the municipality's largest beaches. The decision was approved at a council meeting and includes the creation or expansion of metered parking zones in several parishes across the municipality.
The same Gol Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes that announced its international expansion with four weekly flights from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon starting September 16 is the same company that faced one of the most serious crises in Brazilian aviation history between 2024 and 2025. After filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the US to restructure its finances, the airline is now seeking to recover by launching new international routes, introducing premium classes, and diversifying its fleet with Airbus A330-900 aircraft, while maintaining its partnership with TAP Air Portugal.
A Brazilian airline will begin operating direct flights between Lisbon and Rio de Janeiro four times a week, challenging TAP's dominance.
An accident on the 25 de Abril Bridge resulted in one minor injury and forced the closure of the left and central lanes in the South-North direction this Friday morning. Traffic was back to normal before 9 am.
Brazilians wishing to fly to Portugal have officially had another airline option since Thursday the 12th: Gol Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes. CEO Celso Ferrer announced Lisbon as one of three new destinations, alongside Paris and Orlando. Flights will operate four times a week starting September 16th, departing from Rio de Janeiro's Galeão Airport to Lisbon's Humberto Delgado Airport. During an event at the Copacabana Palace, Ferrer highlighted the company's growth and its new strategy of diversifying its fleet with Airbus A330-900 aircraft, moving beyond its traditional Boeing 737 operations. This expansion marks a significant shift for the airline, which previously focused on domestic and regional South American routes, now competing directly with LATAM, Azul, and TAP Air Portugal on the Brazil-Portugal corridor.
Prime Minister Luís Montenegro stated on Friday (6th) that “all conditions” exist for high-speed trains to connect Lisbon and Madrid by 2034, acknowledging that deadlines from previous Iberian summits are not always met. He highlighted ongoing studies for the third crossing over the Tagus and the high-speed link, noting that a substantial part of the route from Évora to the border is already completed. Montenegro spoke in Huelva, Spain, during a joint conference with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez at the 36th Iberian summit, where both leaders addressed railway projects and the need for timely execution. Montenegro also mentioned the construction of a high-speed line connecting Lisbon, Porto, and Vigo, expected to be completed by 2032 or 2033. Sánchez emphasized the need to accelerate certain investments and reaffirmed Spain's commitment to the agreed railway connections, linking them to significant projects for both countries, such as the 2030 World Cup. Both leaders acknowledged the importance of the Iberian summits and the practical outcomes of their agreements, particularly in managing shared river flows during recent storms. They expressed solidarity with each other regarding the impacts of severe weather and the recent train accidents in Spain, and announced plans to create a flood warning system for the population.
The funicular has been out of service since the accident involving the Glória elevator in September last year.
This article from International Living provides an overview of Lisbon, Portugal, touching on various aspects relevant to potential expats and retirees. It highlights Lisbon's location, history, and importance as a major seaport and economic center. The article also provides information on: * Lifestyle: Discusses the city's districts (Baixa, Bairro Alto, Alfama, etc.), cultural attractions, and everyday experiences like enjoying coffee and pastries. * Cost of Living: Presents a sample monthly budget for a couple living in Lisbon, including rent, utilities, groceries, and entertainment. * Climate: Describes Lisbon's Mediterranean climate with mild winters and warm summers, making it an attractive destination year-round. * Retiring: Mentions that Lisbon is a good place to retire, and also mentions some of the transportation options available, and the best places to visit.
This article from Lisboa Secreta provides the latest news from Lisbon, Portugal. It covers topics such as: * Transportation: Updates on the GIRA bike-sharing network expansion. * Entertainment: Concerts and music festivals in Portugal featuring artists like Marilyn Manson and Post Malone. * Politics: The election of the new Pope and where to watch the election live. * Real Estate: Rising house prices in Lisbon. * History: Information on Portuguese popes. * Events: Details on Bad Bunny's concert in Lisbon, including ticket prices and sale dates. * Wellness: The best cities for practicing yoga, with a focus on Portugal. * Travel: An upcoming CP train strike that will interrupt train services.
Until the schedules are normalised, services will be increased during peak hours, with trains every 15 minutes stopping at all stations.
The airline announces an increase in the number of flights and an increase in capacity at certain times based on demand. This measure will remain in place as long as necessary.
The airline will offer up to seven more flights per week and increase capacity at certain times based on demand and resource availability, an official source said.
Even with the line being single track, technically nothing prevents CP from running a train every 20 minutes instead of the current half-hour intervals.
Lisbon Metro announces that the last train from each terminal station will depart at 11:00 PM this Wednesday, with the network expected to be completely closed from midnight.
The Secretary of State for Infrastructures, Hugo Espírito Santo, attributes the problems to a “lack of PSP agents.”
