FAMALICÃO 3H BTT MUNICIPAL RESISTANCE CHAMPIONSHIP

The Granfondo Leiria Region is a road cycling event taking place on March 28 and 29, 2026, in the Leiria region of Portugal. It features an individual time trial on the first day and Granfondo/Mediofondo mass participation races on the second day.

Open to all cyclists aged 19 and over, whether licensed or not, the event is the only Portuguese race included in the UCI Gran Fondo World Series calendar, offering qualification points for the 2026 UCI Gran Fondo World Championships. The routes are designed to be challenging and technically demanding, set in a region known for its diverse landscapes and rich heritage.

The event promotes a festive atmosphere celebrating cycling, combining high-level competition with opportunities for personal achievement and community engagement over a full weekend.

The 3h Resistência BTT ACDSM Brufe is a mountain bike endurance race taking place on March 28, 2026, in Brufe, Vila Nova de Famalicão. This event features a closed circuit of approximately 8 km with medium difficulty, designed for solo riders, duos, and e-bike categories.

The race is part of the 2026 Campeonato Concelhio de Resistência 3h BTT de Famalicão, consisting of six independent 3-hour endurance races held in rural, wooded areas with dirt surfaces. It is open to all athletes aged 17 and older, including federated and non-federated riders, with special provisions for younger participants in duos.

The event offers a competitive yet friendly atmosphere, with trophies for top finishers in each category, prizes for the team with the most participants, and a final gala awarding leaders of the championship. The race includes liquid refreshment stations and post-race showers and food.

The 1st BTT Rota dos Trilhos Perdidos is a mountain bike marathon event taking place on March 29, 2026, in Fermelã, Estarreja, Portugal. The main race covers a 36 km route, with a parallel 8 km walking event for companions.

Open to all participants aged over 18, the event is non-competitive and limited to 300 participants to ensure quality and safety. It combines sport with community and family atmosphere, promoting local culture and gastronomy.

The course features diverse terrain including rural paths, forest areas, and traditional trails, offering a safe and attractive environment for mountain biking and walking.

The III BTT de Ferreira de Aves is a mountain bike event taking place on March 29, 2026, in Lamas, Ferreira de Aves, Viseu. It features three routes: a 15 km and 25 km recreational ride and a 50 km competitive race, all starting and finishing at Largo da Feira de Lamas.

The event is open to all participants aged 15 to 75, with mandatory helmet use and adherence to safety rules. It combines competition, leisure, and nature contact, showcasing the local trails, villages, and landscapes of Ferreira de Aves.

Prizes include trophies and medals for top finishers in each category, as well as monetary awards for the top three overall male and female competitors. The event also offers a convivial atmosphere supported by local authorities and emergency services.