15th MARATHON "ROUTE OF THE CASQUEIRO"

  • Sun, March 1, 2026
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Event summary

The 15th Marathon “Rota do Casqueiro” is a mountain bike marathon event taking place on March 1, 2026, in Vila Nova de Santo André, Setúbal district, Portugal. It offers two routes: a competitive 70 km marathon with GPS support, and a more leisure-oriented 40 km half-marathon, both held simultaneously.

The event is open to licensed athletes and non-licensed participants, with the marathon reserved for riders aged 19 and above, and the half-marathon for those aged 14 to 75 years. The marathon is part of the Regional XCM Cup of the Setúbal Cycling Association, adding competitive value for federated cyclists.

The course features rural paths and trails through the municipalities of Santiago do Cacém and Grândola, showcasing the Alentejo region’s landscape and cultural heritage. The atmosphere promotes sport, regional tradition, and environmental awareness, making it appealing for all levels of mountain biking enthusiasts.

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Age categories/divisions:
• Juniors (14-18) – only Half Marathon
• Elites (19-29)
• Veterans A (30-39)
• Veterans B (40-49)
• Veterans C (50-59)
• Veterans D (60+)
• E-Bikes (separate classification)

Start/finish locations: Avenida de Santiago, Vila Nova de Santo André

Start times per category/distance: 09:30 for Maratona 70km, Meia Maratona 40km, and E-Bikes

Cut-off times: 7 hours maximum for the 70 km Marathon; cutoff at divisory point with reroute to 40 km course

Bib pick-up time and location:
• February 28, 19:00-21:00
• March 1, 07:30-08:45
At start area secretariat

Registration deadline: February 24, 2026, at 23:59

Surface types: Rural roads and trails

Course format: Two simultaneous routes, marked with signs and GPS track for Marathon

Race routes:
• Marathon: approx. 70 km, competitive, GPS navigation after mid-point
• Half Marathon: approx. 40 km, mixed leisure and challenge

Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations with food and hydration along the course, mechanical support zones

Prizes: Trophies for top 3 overall and by category; team awards for teams of minimum 4 athletes


Vila Nova de Santo André

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Benefits

🎽 Athlete kit: includes bib number, breakfast, frontal number, and souvenirs
🥤 Aid stations: food and hydration available along the route
🛟 Safety support: emergency phone numbers on bibs, mechanical support zones, and event support vehicles
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident and civil liability insurance included
🚿 Showers available at finish
🏆 Prizes: trophies for top finishers overall, by category, and for teams
⏱️ Official timing included
📸 Event photography and media coverage


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