Engenho Novo Endurance Race

The XVI Raid BTT SodiGás – Margens do Cávado is a mountain bike raid event taking place on May 31, 2026, starting and finishing at Praia Fluvial de Merelim S. Paio in Braga, Portugal. The event features a competitive 45 km raid and a non-competitive 25 km family ride, both traversing diverse trails and rural paths across several municipalities.

Open to all participants without physical limitations, the raid welcomes riders aged 18 and over for the 45 km race and from 14 years old for the family ride. The event promotes active leisure, group spirit, and the scenic riverside region of Cávado, offering a varied course with forest trails and rural roads.

Alongside the bike events, a medium-difficulty walk is held 30 minutes after the start, open to all without registration, creating a family-friendly atmosphere. The race includes multiple categories for men and women, including elite, master, gravel, and e-bike divisions, with trophies awarded to top finishers and teams.

The Intermunicipal Cup 3H Resistance MTB is a mountain bike endurance race series consisting of six events held in various locations including Alenquer, Loures, Mafra, Oeiras, Amadora, and Lisbon. The races take place in 2025 and 2026, with the first event scheduled for May 31, 2026.

Participants can compete in the 3-hour resistance race or in juvenile MTB races held on the same day. The event is open to licensed and non-licensed athletes aged 5 and above, with categories for all ages and genders, including e-Bikes. The race features circuits approximately 4 to 7 km for the 3-hour race and 1 to 3 km for juvenile races, with specific distances for younger categories.

The competition is part of an intermunicipal series with a points system and prizes for top finishers in each category and overall. The event promotes competitive amateur cycling with a structured format including start boxes and timed laps, supported by technical and medical assistance.

The Intermunicipal Cup 3H Resistance MTB is a mountain bike endurance race held in multiple locations including Alenquer, Loures, Mafra, Oeiras, Amadora, and Lisbon. The 2026 edition features six races, with the first event scheduled for May 31, 2026, in Alenquer.

The race offers a 3-hour resistance format with courses approximately 4 to 7 km long, alongside juvenile MTB races with shorter circuits from 500 meters to 3 km depending on age categories. Participants include licensed competitive athletes and non-federated riders aged 5 years and older.

The event is part of a series with point-based classifications and prizes for top finishers in various categories, including electric bikes. The race atmosphere is competitive amateur with organized team and individual participation, supported by multiple cycling clubs and municipalities.

The I BTT Experience “Trilhos da Transumância” is a non-competitive mountain bike event taking place on May 31, 2026, in Alpedrinha, Castelo Branco. It offers two route options: a 30 km course with 650 meters of elevation gain and a 55 km course with 1000 meters of elevation gain, both featuring rural paths, trails, and secondary roads.

The event is open to all interested participants without the need for a federation license. It emphasizes promoting social interaction, sports practice, and showcasing the natural landscapes and heritage of Alpedrinha and its surroundings. The event atmosphere is friendly and inclusive, focusing on enjoyment rather than competition.