Loures

Loures is a municipality covering around 167 square kilometers, with residential neighborhoods concentrated in the south and agricultural zones in the north. The area mixes urban and rural character across its territory.

The municipality was established in 1886 from territories previously administered by Lisbon. This separation created a new administrative entity that has developed independently since then.

The Saloio Snail Festival draws residents and visitors to celebrate local food traditions and community bonds. These gatherings keep regional customs alive in the daily life of the municipality.

The area connects easily to central Lisbon through multiple transportation routes and bus lines. These connections make it convenient for people who work or study in the capital.

The municipality declared the Portuguese Republic a day before the rest of the nation, on October 4, 1910. This early proclamation gives it a special place in Portugal's republican history.

Location: Lisbon

Location: Lisbon metropolitan area

Inception: January 1, 1886

Shares border with: Lisbon, Odivelas, Sintra, Mafra, Arruda dos Vinhos, Vila Franca de Xira

Email: geral@cm-loures.pt

Website: https://cm-loures.pt

GPS coordinates: 38.83333,-9.16667

Latest update: December 17, 2025 11:13