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View eventEstrela Xtreme Triathlon 2026
The Estrela Xtreme Triathlon is a triathlon event held in the Serra da Estrela Natural Park, Portugal, on September 12-13, 2026. It offers multiple distance challenges: Full Distance, Half Distance (with an option for relay teams), and Starter Distance. The Full Distance includes a 4 km swim, 190 km cycling with 4700 m elevation, and a 41 km run with 1600 m elevation, while the Half Distance features 2 km swim, 105 km cycling with 2600 m elevation, and a 21 km run with 900 m elevation. The Starter Distance offers a 1 km swim, 53 km cycling, and a 15 km run with moderate technical difficulty.
This event is open to all athletes, requiring mandatory insurance and adherence to strict rules, including the necessity of an athlete support team for the Full Distance. The triathlon is integrated with official classifications by age and gender and offers team relay options for the Half Distance. It stands out for its challenging mountainous terrain in Portugal’s highest natural park, with mixed road, forest trails, and significant elevation gains, providing an inspiring and technical race environment.
The race atmosphere is competitive and supportive, with organized logistics such as athlete transport, technical checks, and safety measures. The event includes podium awards and finisher medals, making it appealing for both elite and amateur triathletes seeking a demanding and scenic triathlon experience.
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View event17th Half Marathon of the Municipality of Castro Marim “FLOR DE SAL”
The 17th Half Marathon of the Municipality of Castro Marim will take place on September 12, 2026, in Altura, Castro Marim. This running event includes a half marathon distance of 21.097 km and a minimarathon of 10.5 km, both held as night races starting at 20:00.
The race is open to federated, non-federated, and foreign athletes of both sexes, with age categories ranging from juniors to veterans. The half marathon consists of a 4-lap circuit, and the minimarathon consists of a 2-lap circuit, both on Avenida 24 de Junho in Altura.
Participants will experience a well-organized event with medical assistance, security presence, and liquid aid stations along the course. Awards include trophies by category and gender, monetary prizes for the top 5 overall finishers in the half marathon, and medals and t-shirts for all finishers.
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View eventHalf Marathon da Benedita
The Benedita Half Marathon 2026 takes place on September 13, 2026, in Benedita, Alcobaça, Portugal. Organized by the Bombeiros Voluntários de Benedita with technical management by Nativewarriors, the event brings together several running activities designed for athletes of different levels.
The event program includes a Half Marathon (21 km), a 10 km race, a 5 km walk, and a Kids Run (500 m). With competitive races and family-friendly activities, the event promotes participation from both competitive runners and recreational participants.
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View eventPorto Half Marathon
The Meia Maratona do Porto 2026 is a half marathon race scheduled to take place in Porto, Portugal. This event offers a competitive 21.1 km distance for road runners, welcoming participants from all backgrounds whether licensed or not.
The race is part of a broader running calendar that attracts both elite and amateur athletes. Participants can expect a scenic urban route through Porto’s iconic streets, combining historic architecture with vibrant city life.
The atmosphere is energetic and festive, ideal for runners aiming to achieve a personal best or enjoy a celebratory sporting experience. The event often includes parallel activities such as shorter runs for children and community engagement programs.
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View eventTRAIL OF THE ENCLOSURE
The IV Trail do Cerco is a trail running event taking place on September 13, 2026, in Celorico da Beira, Portugal. It features multiple distances including a long trail of approximately 24 km, a short trail of approximately 14 km, a mini trail of approximately 9 km, and a 9 km walk.
The event is open to all participants aged 18 and over for the long and short trails, with younger participants aged 11 to 14 allowed in the mini trail with parental consent. It is part of the Circuito de Trail da Beira Alta 2026 and is the 7th stage of this series, integrated into the annual festivities of Santa Eufemia.
The trails predominantly run through rural paths, dirt roads, and streams surrounding nearby villages, offering a natural and challenging mountainous terrain with significant elevation gains.
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View event2nd BTT Marathon Campo Branco 2026
The II Maratona BTT Campo Branco 2026 is a non-competitive mountain bike event taking place on Sunday, September 13, 2026, in Castro Verde, Beja. It offers two main routes: a 45 km Half Marathon with medium/easy difficulty and a 75 km Marathon with medium difficulty, including a category for E-Bikes on the Marathon distance.
The event is open to cyclists with or without sports licenses, including federated and non-federated participants of Portuguese or other nationalities. It promotes cycling as a recreational and sporting activity, encouraging personal development and greater participation in amateur competitions.
The race routes are well marked and include control points to ensure full course completion. The event features staggered starts by category and numbered boxes for organization, creating a structured and safe environment for all participants.
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View eventTRAIL BETWEEN DOURO AND TUA 2026
The Trail Entre Douro e Tua 2026 is a trail running event taking place on September 13, 2026, in Carrazeda de Ansiães, Portugal. It features three competitive races: a long trail of 32 km, a short trail of 21 km, and a mini trail of 13 km, as well as a non-competitive walk.
The event is open to participants aged 16 and above depending on the race, with no age limit for the walk. It is part of the ATRP National Trail Circuit series, with the long trail scoring for the Trail Circuit, the short trail for the Sprint Circuit, and the mini trail for the Youth Circuit.
The courses traverse rural, agricultural, and mountainous terrain with challenging elevation profiles, crossing several villages in the Bragança district. The race atmosphere is competitive and demanding, with strict rules and mandatory equipment to ensure safety and fairness.
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View event3rd Douro Valley – São João da Pesqueira Open Water
The 3rd Douro Valley – São João da Pesqueira Open Water takes place on September 13, 2026, at Cais da Ferradosa, on the River Douro. The event is part of the XIX National Open Water Circuit 2025–2026, organized under the Portuguese Swimming Federation (FPN).
Held in river conditions in the Douro Valley, the competition features a 3000m official Circuit race for Open Water (AA) and Masters AA swimmers, alongside a 500m promotional distance. The race contributes to the national ranking standings.
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XVI Mondego River Open Water Tournament
The XVI Mondego River Open Water Tournament takes place on September 19, 2026, in Coimbra, on the River Mondego. The event is part of the XIX National Open Water Circuit 2025–2026, organized under the Portuguese Swimming Federation (FPN).
Held in river conditions in central Portugal, the competition includes a 3000m official Circuit race for Open Water (AA) and Masters AA swimmers, alongside 1000m and 400m promotional distances. The race contributes to the national ranking standings.
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View eventINTERMUNICIPAL CUP 3H RESISTANCE MTB 2026 - JAMOR
The Intermunicipal Cup 3H MTB Endurance is a mountain bike endurance race series held in 2026 across six events in various municipalities including Alenquer, Loures, Mafra, Oeiras, Amadora, and Lisbon. The Jamor event in Oeiras is scheduled for September 19, 2026, at 19:00.
The race features a 3-hour endurance format with courses approximately 4 to 7 km long for the main event, and shorter circuits for juvenile categories ranging from 500 meters to 3 km depending on age group. The competition is open to licensed and non-licensed riders aged 5 and above, with multiple categories for men, women, juniors, masters, and e-bikes.
The event includes juvenile MTB races held on the same day as the endurance race, fostering a family-friendly and competitive atmosphere. The race is part of a series with point-based classifications and prizes awarded to top finishers in each category and overall.