Testimonies and complaints about Avenida Marginal
These testimonies show that the safety problem on Avenida Marginal is neither isolated nor occasional. They are anonymous reports from residents and users of different stretches of the road, summarised and edited for privacy, clarity and safety.
Resident, Cruz Quebrada / Dafundo
In the Cruz Quebrada and Dafundo area, residents have long reported intense noise, speeding and motorcycle racing, especially at night and in the early hours. Several complaints are said to have been submitted to the authorities, without visibly stopping the repetition of the problem.
Resident, Dafundo
Some residents say they avoid using Avenida Marginal at night and instead take the inland road, because the sense of insecurity has become too strong. The feeling described is that this is a known problem for both residents and authorities, but one that still lacks an effective and sustained response.
Resident, São João do Estoril
In the São João stretch towards Lisbon-Cascais, residents describe extreme speeds, daytime and nighttime racing, dangerous manoeuvres and modified exhaust noise. Some have documented incidents and already raised the issue in interviews and institutional forums.
Resident, Santo Amaro de Oeiras / Parque Oceano
In Santo Amaro de Oeiras, residents report that for more than one or two years they have been dealing with frequent high-speed pass-bys, especially involving large motorcycles, with what they describe as unbearable noise. The situation has already led to condominium mobilisation, petition sharing and formal complaints to the authorities.
Resident, São Pedro do Estoril
In São Pedro do Estoril, residents report that for several years they have faced dangerous driving, motorcycle and car stunts, intense night-time noise and very high speeds, both on Avenida Marginal and in nearby parking and beach-access areas. There are also repeated references to contacts with the municipality, parish authorities and other entities, without what residents consider an adequate response.
Why we are publishing these testimonies
The repeated accidents, illegal racing, speeding and noise on Avenida Marginal do not affect only one point or one neighbourhood. These testimonies help show the repetition of the problem across several stretches, reinforcing the need for a coordinated, serious and lasting response.