MessengerSÃO MAMEDE GRANFONDO 2026
Event summary
The São Mamede Granfondo 2026 is a cycling event taking place on June 7, 2026, in Arronches, Portugal. This Granfondo includes three routes: Granfondo (131 km), Mediofondo (90 km), and Minifondo (60 km), all starting and finishing in Castelo de Vide.
Open to all amateur federated athletes, CPT (Cycling for All) federated athletes, and non-federated riders aged 16 and above (14 for Minifondo with parental consent), the event welcomes a wide range of participants without the need for competition licenses. It is a non-competitive ride with free pace and marked routes.
Participants will enjoy the scenic landscapes of the São Mamede Natural Park and the surrounding regions, with a route featuring varied terrain on open roads. The event is supported by multiple municipalities and the Portuguese Institute of Sport and Youth, providing a well-organized and safe environment for cyclists of all levels.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Juniors (16-18 years)
• Sub-23 (19-23 years)
• Elites (24-29 years)
• Master 30 (30-34 years)
• Master 35 (35-39 years)
• Master 40 (40-44 years)
• Master 45 (45-49 years)
• Master 50 (50-54 years)
• Master 55 (55-59 years)
• Master 60 (60-64 years)
• Master 65 (65-69 years)
• Master 70+ (70 years and above)
Start/finish locations: Castelo de Vide
Start times per category/distance: 09:00 start for all distances (131 km, 90 km, 60 km)
Cut-off times:
• Granfondo (131 km): 7h30m
• Mediofondo (90 km): 6h
• Minifondo (60 km): 5h
Bib pick-up time and location:
• June 6, 14:30–21:00 at Arronches
• June 7, 07:00–08:30 at Arronches
Registration deadline: June 3, 2026
Surface types: Open public roads with mixed terrain
Course format: Point-to-point routes with marked signage
Race routes: Granfondo 131 km, Mediofondo 90 km, Minifondo 60 km
Timing method: Chip timing with intermediate checkpoints
Toilets and aid station placement: Several aid stations with liquid and solid supplies along the route, plus designated areas for team support
Prizes: Awards for top 3 in each category and team classifications; finisher prizes; prize ceremonies are mandatory for winners
Location
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Road Cycling 131 km With lunch
Road Cycling 90 km With lunch
Road Cycling 60 km With lunch
Road Cycling 131 km
Road Cycling 90 km
Road Cycling 60 km
Road Cycling 131 km VIP
90 km VIP
60 km VIP
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: identification plate for bike, official jersey (if registered before May 15), and possible race shorts purchase
🏅 Finisher prize: finisher awards and classification prizes per category
⏱️ Timing + live results with chip timing and intermediate checkpoints
🛟 Safety support: police escort at front and rear, traffic control at critical points, event staff, and emergency medical support
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included for non-federated athletes
🥤 Aid stations: liquid and solid food supply points along the routes and team support allowed at designated locations
🚿 Hot water showers available
🏆 Podium awards and prize ceremony participation mandatory for winners
