MTB Races in Portugal: March Highlights for Your Cycling Calendar

Paula Veloso
by Paula Veloso
1 month ago

Portugal’s MTB calendar keeps growing, with events happening almost every weekend across the country. From resistance challenges to scenic rides and competitive circuits, March brings several opportunities to get back on the bike and explore new trails.

If you’re looking for MTB races in Portugal, here are some events to consider adding to your calendar this month.

18º Passeio de BTT – Por Vales e Montes da Charneca Gloriana

📅 March 8
📍 Glória do Ribatejo
A scenic BTT ride through the landscapes of Charneca Gloriana, ideal for riders looking to combine sport, nature and community in a relaxed but active environment.

Open Torres Vedras

📅 March 15
📍 Torres Vedras
A competitive BTT event in one of Portugal’s most active cycling regions, bringing together riders looking for performance and technical challenge.

5ª Resistência Penafirme

📅 March 22
📍 Póvoa de Penafirme
A resistance-format race designed for endurance riders who enjoy testing their limits and riding in a dynamic competitive atmosphere.

15.º BTT da Silva

📅 March 22
📍 Silva, Braga
One of the region’s established BTT events, offering a well-organized experience and a chance to ride through northern Portugal’s varied terrain.

3h Resistência BTT ACDSM Brufe

📅 March 28
📍 Brufe
A 3-hour resistance challenge perfect for those who enjoy strategy, pacing and endurance in a circuit-style format.

Planning your next MTB race

Whether you’re aiming to improve endurance, explore new trails or simply stay active, these MTB races offer a great mix of formats and difficulty levels.

Explore more MTB events in Portugal, compare distances and plan your next race on RaceFinder — your starting point for discovering cycling events across the country.

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