Águeda Triathlon

The Sines Triathlon 2026 is a triathlon event taking place on September 27, 2026, in Sines, Portugal. It features a challenging 100 km course consisting of 2 km swimming in the Bay of Sines, 80 km cycling over three laps, and an 18 km running segment composed of three 6 km laps.

This event is open to athletes aged 18 and over and is part of the HMS Triathlon Series, which also includes the Setúbal Triathlon. The race offers a unique experience with its scenic coastal setting and a rolling start system designed to enhance safety and performance during the swim.

In addition to individual competition, there is a relay category allowing teams of two or three members to compete, making the event inclusive and dynamic. The race atmosphere combines competitive spirit with community engagement, supported by the local municipality and organized by HMS Sports.

Triathlon events in Portugal for 2026 are organized by the Federação de Triatlo de Portugal, representing a comprehensive national calendar of competitions across various regions. These events offer diverse distances and formats, including individual and team competitions, making them accessible to a wide range of athletes from beginners to elite levels.

The competitions are linked to national championships and club series, fostering a competitive yet inclusive atmosphere. The events often take place in scenic locations throughout Portugal, providing athletes with unique landscapes and terrain challenges. The atmosphere is typically vibrant and community-focused, with some events featuring relay formats and categories for different age groups.

The Triatlo Costa Nova is an Olympic triathlon event (swimming, cycling, running) taking place on September 12, 2026, in Costa Nova do Prado, Portugal. The race features distances of 1500m swim, 40km cycling, and 10km running.

Participation is open to all in individual categories and relay teams (triples). The event promotes competitive and leisure sports practice in an open race format.

The course includes a swim along the ria, cycling with four laps between Costa Nova and the 1st roundabout of Vagueira, and a 10km run on the bike path and pedestrian way in the Costa Nova garden area.

The Spirit of 78 Triathlon is a unique triathlon event held on October 10, 2026, along the Douro river between Porto and Gondomar, Portugal. The race starts and finishes at Freixo – Porto, celebrating the spirit of the original 1978 Hawaii triathlon with a focus on spontaneity, friendship, and a festive atmosphere.

Participation is limited to 80 athletes, including finishers from previous editions and selected newcomers. The event preserves the original competition conditions, including open water swimming supervised by friends on boats and open traffic with adherence to traffic rules. Athletes are responsible for their own support teams for nutrition and hydration, fostering a communal and supportive environment.