Repaving of Avenida da Liberdade in Lisbon starts today and lasts for two weeks

Lisbon City Council is repaving Avenida da Liberdade starting tonight, August 31. The work will occur between 21:00 and 05:00 for approximately two weeks, with traffic diverted to the side lanes and bus services remaining unchanged.

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If you drive or live near Avenida da Liberdade, expect night-time traffic diversions to the side lanes for the next two weeks.

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