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353 Races
The Ibérico Bike Race 2026 is a mountain bike event taking place from September 4 to 6, 2026, in Montalegre, Portugal. It features an optional prologue on Friday followed by two timed race days, with classifications for solo riders and teams in various age and gender categories.
The race is open to all cyclists aged 18 and over, whether federated or not, with electric bikes allowed but classified separately. Participants must use GPS navigation with tracks provided by the organization. The event follows the regulations of the Portuguese Cycling Federation as an open race.
Riders will experience rural paths and trails in the Montalegre region, including public roads open to traffic, requiring strict adherence to traffic rules. The race offers a competitive atmosphere with leader jerseys, prizes, and classifications across multiple categories, including solo, pairs, and mixed teams.
The Federação de Triatlo de Portugal (Portuguese Triathlon Federation) organizes a comprehensive calendar of triathlon events across various regions in Portugal for the year 2026. This series includes a diverse range of triathlon, duathlon, and aquathlon competitions, open to athletes of different age groups and skill levels.
The events span multiple distances and formats, catering both to elite athletes and age group competitors. Many races are linked to national championships, club competitions, and ranking series, making the calendar a cornerstone of Portuguese triathlon sport.
Participants can expect a vibrant atmosphere with events held in scenic locations such as coastal areas, urban settings, and natural parks throughout Portugal. The calendar also includes team relays and youth categories, emphasizing inclusivity and community involvement.
The Resistência BTT Alcanena 2026 is a mountain bike endurance race taking place on September 5, 2026, in Alcanena, Santarém, Portugal. The event offers two race formats: a 2-hour and a 3-hour endurance race, both sharing the same mixed urban and off-road circuit.
Open to all mountain bike practitioners aged 12 and above, the race is part of the 2026 Troféu BTT Ribatejo Norte series, with the 2-hour race classified as a sprint and the 3-hour race as a marathon format. The course runs through the historic center and outskirts of Alcanena, featuring streets, squares, cobblestones, and dirt paths, providing a varied and challenging terrain.
The event fosters a competitive yet inclusive atmosphere with multiple categories including E-Bike and Gravel bikes, and awards for various age groups and genders. Participants also enjoy amenities such as liquid refreshments, post-race dinner, and bike washing facilities.
The II Troféu Resistência BTT de Alenquer – Inter Freguesias is a mountain bike endurance race series held in various locations within the Alenquer municipality throughout 2026. The event includes multiple races, with the sixth race scheduled for September 5, 2026, in Abrigada.
The races feature 2-hour endurance formats on courses ranging from 4 to 7 km, primarily on dirt paths and single-tracks. The competition is open to all athletes aged 16 and above, both federated and non-federated, without the need for a cycling license.
This series promotes local cycling sports, involving various parish associations and clubs, and offers categories for men, women, and e-bikes across different age groups. The event fosters community engagement and competitive spirit in a scenic natural setting.
The 4th edition of the 24H de P is a long-duration endurance running event taking place in Santa Maria da Feira on September 5-6, 2026. This race offers multiple formats including 24-hour individual running, 24-hour team running with 4 members, 12-hour individual running, 3-hour individual running, and a night marathon.
Open to senior and veteran categories, the event welcomes both individual athletes and teams. It is organized by Clube de Atletismo de Lamas and the municipality of Santa Maria da Feira, providing a competitive and challenging atmosphere for endurance runners.
The TRITON 1 Lisboa 2026 is a triathlon event taking place on September 5 & 6, 2026, in Lisboa, celebrating 20 years of triathlon history. This race is part of the TRITON World Series and offers three different race distances: Short, Middle, and Full, catering to a wide range of athletes.
The event is open to individual competitors as well as corporate teams, with a special Kids and Parents swim & run challenge adding a family-friendly atmosphere. The course features a lake swim, rolling hills for the bike segment, and a flat run route, promising a varied and engaging race experience.
The TRITON 1 Lisboa 2026 offers a festive and competitive environment with allocated slots for each distance and the Corporate Series, making it an inclusive and well-organized triathlon event.
The X Montargil Dam Open Water Crossing takes place on September 5, 2026, at Montargil Dam, in Ponte de Sor. This event is part of the XIX National Open Water Circuit 2025–2026, organized under the Portuguese Swimming Federation (FPN).
Held in reservoir conditions, the competition includes a 3000m official Circuit race for Open Water (AA) and Masters AA swimmers, alongside 1500m and 500m promotional distances. The race contributes to the national ranking standings.
The 2nd BTT dos SaCanas is a non-competitive mountain bike event taking place on September 6, 2026, starting at 09:00 in Canas de Senhorim, Viseu. It offers two route options: a main 50 km trail with medium difficulty and a 20 km mini trail with low difficulty, suitable for a wide range of participants aged 10 and above.
Open to all participants without physical limitations, including minors with parental authorization, the event emphasizes a recreational and convivial atmosphere rather than competition. Participants will enjoy scenic trails through rural paths and municipal roads in the municipalities of Nelas and Carregal do Sal.
After the ride, a communal lunch is available for an additional fee, and all participants receive a finisher medal. Technical t-shirts can be purchased during registration, enhancing the event experience.
The Paiva Montemuro Trail 2026 is a trail running event taking place on September 6, 2026, in Castro Daire, Portugal. It features two competitive races: a Long Trail of 30 km and a Short Trail of 15 km, as well as a non-competitive 12 km hike.
The event is open to all participants meeting the age requirements (18+ for competitive races, 14+ for the hike with parental authorization). The trails traverse the natural beauty of the Paiva River and Montemuro Mountain, including technical singletracks, riverbanks, and mountainous terrain with notable points such as Fragas do Inferno and old mines.
The race atmosphere promotes fair play and respect for nature, with organized aid stations, electronic timing, and a post-race meal and shower facilities. Awards and prize money are provided for top finishers in both male and female categories across various age groups and teams.
The Madeira Swimrun is an annual swimrun race held on the island of Madeira, known as the “Pearl of the Atlantic.” This event offers a unique challenge combining swimming and running, with a course that starts offshore at Ponta de São Lourenço and finishes in the city of Machico.
The race features two main distances: the Standard with a total of 25.510 km (3.360 km swimming and 22.150 km running) and the Sprint with a total of 11.380 km (2.230 km swimming and 9.150 km running). Both formats include multiple transitions and significant elevation gain, challenging participants with diverse trails and sea crossings.
Open to all athletes, the race is organized locally by the Ludens Machico club with support from the Madeira Regional Triathlon Association. The event highlights Madeira’s stunning landscapes, mild climate, and the thrill of ocean and mountain terrain, creating a festive and adventurous atmosphere for participants from Portugal and abroad.