Continente will extend the opening hours of some stores in the Lisbon area from 31 July to 6 August “due to an expected increase in shopping during World Youth Day (WYD)”.
In response to Lusa, an official source from the retail chain stated that it will “extend the closing times of some stores in the Lisbon area from July 31 to August 6 due to the expected increase in the flow of customers during the World Youth Day.”
However, during WYD, Continente recommends that “shoppers manage their schedule to avoid peak shopping hours,” adding that store hours are available and updated on the brand’s “website” or Google Maps.
The same source said that, “given the impact of an event of this magnitude in the city of Lisbon,” he foresees “greater influx” to the shops, “especially pilgrims and tourists,” but ensures that the Continente is ready.” respond to needs […] regular customers and visitors.
In turn, Auchan said that “with regard to the opening hours of the stores, they will remain the same -“ hypers ”and my Auchan stores,” but recalled that “it is a WDM partner in a pilgrimage“ kit ”that provides food adapted to various diets (meat, fish and vegetarian options), as well as seasonal food trends.”
According to the brand, “It is difficult to predict the number of stores, but everyone will be ready in advance for an increase in customers during this event.”
Spain’s Mercadona, on the other hand, said its opening hours will not change during this period, noting that there are still no Mercadona stores in the municipalities of Lisbon and Loures.
Lusa has contacted other supermarket chains in Portugal and is awaiting a response.
More than a million people are expected to arrive in Lisbon for WYD with Pope Francis from 1 to 6 August.
The main ceremonies of the day take place in the Tagus Park, north of the Parque des Nations, on the banks of the Tagus River, on the lands of the municipalities of Lisbon and Loures, as well as in the Eduardo VII Park in the center of the capital.
Author: Portuguese
Source: CM Jornal
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