6th GAU Bajouca Cross-Country Race

The 2nd Cross da Senhora da Penha is a cross-country running event taking place on February 22, 2026, in Alva, Castro Daire, Portugal. It features a main race of 10.8 km, a 7 km walk, and youth races for various age categories from Benjamins to Juvenis.

This event is open to athletes and walkers of all ages and genders, both federated and recreational, representing clubs, schools, or participating individually. It is part of the “(PER) CORRER CASTRO DAIRE” 2026 series as its first stage.

The race offers a natural terrain experience with marked courses and includes a festive prize ceremony with medals and monetary awards for top finishers, creating a welcoming atmosphere for all participants.

The 4th Edition of the Family Relay is a team relay race taking place on February 22, 2026, at 10:30 AM in Parque do Bonito. This event is designed as a challenge for families and friends to participate together.

The race emphasizes team participation with a registration fee per team, fostering a friendly and inclusive atmosphere. It is an opportunity to enjoy a communal sporting experience in a park setting.

The V BTT Rota do Queijo “Uma aventura Gastronómica” is a non-competitive mountain bike event taking place on February 22, 2026, in Celorico da Beira, Guarda. It offers two marked routes of approximately 27 km (low difficulty) and 44 km (medium difficulty).

This event is open to all age groups and genders, focusing on a gastronomic adventure with various refreshment points, gastronomic tastings, and entertainment moments along the routes. The atmosphere is friendly and recreational, with no timing or ranking, only participation mementos.

Participants will enjoy scenic trails, rural paths, and municipal roads, supported by local entities including volunteer firefighters and the national guard, ensuring safety and assistance throughout the course.

The Chaparros no Trilho Infinito Hike Solidário is a solidarity hiking event taking place on February 22, 2026, in Santiago do Cacém, Portugal. Participants will hike a 10 km trail through historic, wild, and green paths, including levadas, with medium difficulty and a non-competitive character.

The event is open to participants aged 8 to 80 years, with parental authorization required for minors. The registration fees are donated entirely to two local associations, emphasizing the solidarity nature of the hike.

After the hike, participants can enjoy traditional local snacks and use the showers at the Santiago do Cacém Municipal Sports Pavilion, creating a welcoming and community-focused atmosphere.