CELTICUS 2026

“Pegadas em Família” is a non-competitive 5 km walking event taking place on April 11, 2026, in Abad, Pisão – Bajouca. The walk starts at 14:30 and follows trails and paths around Pisão.

The event is open to all participants prepared and equipped for the walk, with a registration limit of 100 people. The registration fee includes a light meal and a clay souvenir, making it a family-friendly and community-oriented activity.

The II Troféu de Resistência BTT de Alenquer – Inter Freguesias is a mountain bike endurance race series held across multiple locations in Alenquer, Portugal, throughout 2026. The first race, Resistência CSRD Ota, takes place on April 11, 2026, in Ota.

The races feature 2-hour endurance formats on courses ranging from 4 to 7 km, primarily on dirt paths and single-tracks. The event is open to all athletes aged 16 and above, both federated and non-federated, without the need for a cycling license.

This series includes multiple categories for men and women, including age groups and e-bikes, and offers a competitive yet community-focused atmosphere with trophies awarded per race and overall classification.

The NGPS Rota Santa Cruz is a mountain bike leisure ride taking place on April 11, 2026, in Arcos de Valdevez. This event offers two routes: a long course of 62 km with 1798 meters of elevation gain and a shorter course of 45 km with 1363 meters of elevation gain.

Designed for amateur cyclists and mountain bike enthusiasts, the ride is non-competitive and fully autonomous, with navigation by GPS files and no course markings or support. Participants experience the natural landscapes and heritage of Arcos de Valdevez while respecting traffic rules and environmental care.

The event fosters a spirit of freedom, responsibility, and passion for mountain biking, emphasizing personal challenge and connection with the territory.

The 11th Trilho dos Carreteiros is a non-competitive mountain bike and walking event taking place on April 11, 2026, at the Parque de Lazer da Vila de Roriz. The event features a 25 km mountain bike route of medium difficulty and a marked walking route through rural paths and cultural points of interest.

Open to all athletes without the need for a sports license, the event encourages a relaxed, social atmosphere focused on enjoyment and nature. Children under 18 may participate with written authorization and must be accompanied by a responsible adult. The mountain bike route is fully marked and includes technical trails and local roads, with safety and support measures in place.