13th MTB AND WALK BV CELORICO DA BEIRA

The Caminhada e Trail “A Pérola da Zebreira” is a non-competitive walking and trail running event taking place on May 31, 2026, in Macieira, Sernancelhe. It offers three routes: a 7 km walk, a 7 km mini trail, and a 13 km short trail, catering to a wide range of fitness levels from accessible to medium/high difficulty.

Open to participants aged 5 to 80 years, the event promotes physical activity in a natural setting while showcasing the local customs and landscapes of Macieira. The event atmosphere is non-competitive and inclusive, with no timing or ranking, and participants receive a commemorative memento for their participation.

The event includes solid and liquid aid stations along the routes, safety support with an ambulance and off-road vehicle, and encourages appropriate gear and hydration. It also provides access to nearby shower facilities.

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 MOINHOS CHALLENGE 2026 is an obstacle race taking place on May 31, 2026, in Capela, Penafiel. The race starts at 09:30 with a course approximately 12 km long featuring natural and artificial obstacles of varying difficulty along trails within the parish.

Participation is open to athletes aged 16 and over, with individual and team categories (2 or 4 members, mixed teams allowed). The event promotes personal challenge, team spirit, and connection with nature, offering a competitive yet supportive atmosphere.

The 14th edition of the 3-hour MTB Endurance Race “Engenho Novo” will take place on May 31, 2026, in Paços de Brandão, Portugal. This event is part of the Bike Challenge Resistências Terras De Santa Maria Championship and welcomes all individuals aged 15 and above, with no need for a cycling federation license.

Participants can compete in various categories including Juniors, Elite, Masters, and E-Bikes, with race durations ranging from 1.5 to 3 hours depending on the category. The race features a competitive atmosphere with individual and team classifications, including prizes for the top male, female, and E-Bike finishers, as well as the largest team.

The race starts at the entrance of Quinta do Engenho Novo in Paços de Brandão, with facilities including parking and showers available at the nearby GRIB premises. The event offers a challenging endurance format with a focus on mountain biking skills and strategy.