UMT - Templários Ultra Marathon - MTB/Gravel

  • Sat, October 3, 2026
  • 36 
  • 5 races
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Event summary

The Ultra Maratona Templários BTT (UMT) is a mountain bike adventure race with GPS navigation, taking place on October 3, 2026, in Tomar, Portugal. It features a challenging circular course of approximately 145 km with 3500 meters of elevation gain.

Participants can choose from several solo race options including the UMT BTT (145 km), Maratona BTT dos Templários (85 km), UMT Gravel (125 km), Maratona Gravel dos Templários (85 km), and Maratona E-bikes dos Templários (85 km). The event is open to all riders aged 18 and over, with special provisions for 15-17 year olds with parental consent.

The race is known for its high difficulty level, with mostly unpaved forest trails and paths, requiring strong endurance and navigation skills. The event offers a competitive atmosphere with official timing, classifications by age categories, and podium ceremonies.

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Start/finish locations: Circular course with start and finish in the city of Tomar

Start times per category/distance:
• 08:00 – UMT BTT, Maratona BTT dos Templários, Maratona e-bikes dos Templários
• 08:10 – UMT Gravel, Maratona Gravel dos Templários

Cut-off times: Limit for arrival of athletes is 21:00

Bib pick-up time and location:
• October 2, 2026, at Loja Ultra Pedal from 09:30 to 12:30 and 15:00 to 19:00
• October 3, 2026, at Pavilhão Municipal Patrícia Sampaio from 06:30 to 08:00

Participants limit: 400 athletes

Registration deadline: September 27, 2026 or until 400 athletes are registered and paid

Surface types: Approximately 95% unpaved forest trails, paths, and roads

Course format: Circular course

Race routes:
• UMT BTT – 145 km
• Maratona BTT dos Templários – 85 km
• UMT Gravel – 125 km
• Maratona Gravel dos Templários – 85 km
• Maratona E-bikes dos Templários – 85 km

Timing method: Official timing by the organization

Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations with solid and liquid refreshments, isotonic drinks, lubricant, bike wash zone

Prizes: Finisher medal and podium awards by category and age group


Tomar, Santarém

Races

Ultra Cycling MTB 145 km

03 Oct, 2026
8:00
36 

Ultra Cycling GRAVEL 125 km

03 Oct, 2026
8:10
36 

Benefits

🎽 Athlete kit: bib number, GPS track, personal accident insurance
🏅 Finisher prize: medal
⏱️ Official timing and classification by age categories
🥤 Aid stations with solid and liquid refreshments, isotonic drinks, lubricant
🚿 Hot showers available
🏆 Podium ceremony with awards for top finishers


FAQ

How do I register for the event?

Registrations are done in two phases: from May 1 to June 28, 2026, and from June 29 to September 27, 2026, or until 400 athletes are registered and paid. Registration is through a platform announced on social media and the event website.

Can participants under 18 years old compete?

Yes, participants aged 15-17 can compete if they submit a signed parental responsibility term and copies of IDs.

What is the race surface and difficulty?

The course is approximately 95% unpaved forest trails and paths with high to very high difficulty, covering distances up to 145 km with 3500 meters of elevation gain.

Is a GPS device required?

Yes, GPS navigation is mandatory as the course is not marked. The GPS must meet specific technical requirements and be used to follow the track.

What happens if I abandon the race?

You must immediately inform the organization at a control point or by phone. Failure to do so may trigger a search and rescue operation with associated costs charged to the participant.

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