28E

The 28E is a tram route in Lisbon that spans roughly 7 kilometers and connects Martim Moniz with Campo Ourique. The journey passes through narrow medieval streets and steep hills in several central city districts, touching numerous churches and viewpoints along the way.

The line began operations in 1901 and used wooden cars built specifically to handle narrow and steep sections unsuitable for standard vehicles. This design allowed the hillside neighborhoods to connect with lower-lying districts.

The yellow trams have moved through the same neighborhoods for generations, serving both daily commuters and visitors alike. Watching people board and exit reveals how this line still connects different parts of the city in the rhythm of ordinary life.

The complete journey takes around one hour and tickets can be purchased directly from drivers or at transport offices. The cars get crowded during peak times, so traveling early or during off-peak hours offers more comfort and space.

Around 50 cars from the 1930s remain in service, keeping their original brass fittings and wooden interiors intact. Each car is continuously maintained and repaired by hand to preserve its vintage form while carrying passengers through the city every day.