Quarteira Triathlon
Event summary
The XXIV Triatlo Cidade de Quarteira takes place on March 28–29, 2026, in Quarteira, Portugal. The event is jointly organized by the Município de Loulé, Junta de Freguesia de Quarteira and the Federação de Triatlo de Portugal.
The competition includes three major events:
– Elite European Cup (Olympic distance)
– Junior European Cup (Sprint distance)
– Taça de Portugal (Sprint distance)
The Elite and Junior European Cup races are exclusive to licensed athletes from recognized World Triathlon member federations and accepted by World Triathlon (WT). Therefore, registration for these events is not available through RaceFinder.
All races are held in the coastal area of Quarteira, with start and finish located on Avenida Infante de Sagres, near Hotel Dom José.
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Dates
March 28, 2026 – Elite European Cup (Olympic)
March 29, 2026 – Junior European Cup (Sprint)
March 29, 2026 – Taça de Portugal (Sprint)
Location
Quarteira – Avenida Infante de Sagres (Hotel Dom José)
Distances
Elite European Cup – Olympic
Swim: 1,500 m
Bike: 40 km
Run: 10 km
Junior European Cup – Sprint
Swim: 750 m
Bike: 20 km
Run: 5 km
Taça de Portugal – Sprint
Swim: 750 m
Bike: 20 km (3 laps)
Run: 5 km (2 laps)
Participation
Elite & Junior European Cups
Exclusive to licensed athletes accepted by World Triathlon
Taça de Portugal
Open to licensed and non-licensed athletes (born up to 2010 inclusive)
Registration Deadline (Taça de Portugal)
March 16, 2026 – 23:59
Cut-off (Taça de Portugal)
30 min swim
100 min swim + bike
150 min total race
Location
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Sprint Non federated 750m swimming + 20km cycling + 5km running
Sprint Federated 750m swimming + 20km cycling + 5km running
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: official race participation with bib and timing chip
⏱️ Electronic timing: official classification under Federação de Triatlo de Portugal regulations
🏆 Podium trophies: individual and club classifications
💰 Prize money: €1,500 total (Taça de Portugal – top 5 overall male and female)
🥤 Aid stations: hydration at run segment and recovery area
🛟 Safety coverage: medical assistance and race safety support
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included