ACDL Challenge 2026

The Granfondo Paredes is a cycling race held in Paredes, featuring challenging routes that attract cycling enthusiasts. It offers a unique opportunity to experience competitive cycling in a scenic environment.

This event is open to all cyclists, providing different distances to accommodate various skill levels. The race atmosphere balances competition with camaraderie, making it an inspiring experience for participants.

The EPX – Extreme Peneda-Xurés 2026 is a mountain bike event taking place on July 4, 2026, starting and finishing in Arcos de Valdevez, Portugal. It offers three autonomous GPS-guided routes: Black Wolf (199 km, 5200 m elevation), White Wolf (168 km, 3900 m elevation), and Green Wolf (124 km, 3300 m elevation).

Open to participants aged 19 and over, the event emphasizes physical and mental challenge, resilience, and respect for nature, with no competitive character. The course crosses five mountain ranges in Portugal and Spain, including protected natural parks, providing a unique experience in diverse and demanding terrain.

Participants have 19 hours to complete their chosen route, with strict time barriers and safety rules. The event fosters solidarity and self-sufficiency, with no external support allowed except for aid from locals or fellow participants.

The HELL160-Shadows and Dust is an ultra-endurance trail running event taking place on July 3-5, 2026, in A do Pinto, Serpa, Beja, Portugal. This race features demanding distances of approximately 164.62 km for the HELL160 and 104 km for the HELL100, offering various competition formats including solo, duos, teams, relays, and a bike category.

The race welcomes athletes aged 18 and above, requiring no license but a medical certificate and signed responsibility term. The courses are circular and follow the GR15 trail and left bank of the Guadiana River, passing through a mix of estradões, paved segments, and montado trails with significant elevation gain and loss, making it a challenging and scenic endurance experience.

The event is more than just a race; it is a tribute to the people of Alentejo and the spirit of ultra-resilience. The atmosphere blends cultural festivities, including a gastronomic and musical festival, with the competitive spirit of ultra-endurance athletics, fostering a unique and inspiring environment for participants and spectators alike.

The Granfondo Serra da Estrela returns for its 11th edition on June 28, 2026, offering one of the most breathtaking cycling adventures in Portugal. Starting and finishing in Seia, this is a non-competitive cycling event that captures the essence of endurance, passion, and natural beauty.

Participants can choose between the Granfondo and Mediofondo distances, each featuring chip-timed segments that reward consistency and effort, not speed. The challenge? Climbing into the heart of the Serra da Estrela Natural Park, Portugal’s highest mountain range. 🌲⛰️

Open to all riders aged 17 and up — whether federated or not — the event is run under UCI and Portuguese Federation Open Race rules. Expect a powerful mix of personal challenge, camaraderie, and the unforgettable experience of riding through pristine alpine terrain.

Whether you’re a seasoned climber or a determined enthusiast, this is your invitation to ride above the clouds. 🌤️