Running
353 Races
IRONMAN 70.3 Cascais delivers a bucket-list half-distance on Portugal’s Atlantic coast: a sunrise swim in Cascais Bay, a rolling bike course featuring a unique loop inside the Estoril Formula 1 circuit, and an energetic coastal half-marathon lined with supporters. Mild weather, beaches, and Lisbon just 30 minutes away make this a perfect race-and-holiday combo. The event has earned Athletes’ Choice recognition and serves as a qualifier towards the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship.
The IM Cascais is a full-distance Ironman triathlon held in Cascais, Portugal, featuring the iconic 3.8 km swim, 180 km bike, and 42.2 km marathon run distances. This event offers a challenging and scenic course along the beautiful Portuguese coast.
Open to both licensed and non-licensed athletes, including relay teams, the race attracts a diverse field of triathlon enthusiasts. The course showcases unique coastal landscapes and rolling hills, making it both a physically demanding and visually stunning race.
The atmosphere is both competitive and celebratory, welcoming elite athletes and passionate amateurs alike. The event embodies the spirit of endurance sport with opportunities for individual and team participation.
The Federação de Triatlo de Portugal organizes various triathlon events throughout the year, including national championships and club competitions. These events take place across different regions of Portugal, such as Algarve, Lisboa, and Madeira, offering a wide range of distances and formats suited for all athlete levels.
Open to both licensed and age group athletes, many races are integrated into national and international cups, providing competitive opportunities from grassroots to elite levels. Unique Portuguese landscapes and coastal settings enhance the racing experience, creating an inspiring and festive atmosphere for participants and supporters alike.
The Ourém Fatima Granfondo 2026 is a cycling event taking place on October 18, 2026, in Ourém, Portugal. It offers three distances: Granfondo (130 km), Mediofondo (100 km), and Minifondo (65 km), catering to a wide range of cyclists.
Participation is open to all riders aged 15 and older, with specific age restrictions for certain distances and the requirement of a valid cycling license or insurance for non-licensed athletes. The event is competitive yet amateur in nature and follows the regulations of the Portuguese Cycling Federation.
Riders will enjoy a course that starts and finishes in Ourém, with the race atmosphere being friendly and well-supported with medical and mechanical assistance. The event also features professional timing, official ranking, and podium prizes for various age categories and team classifications.
The Zêzere Swimrun is a swimrun race taking place in 2025 in the Central Portugal region, specifically around the Castelo de Bode dam area. This event offers three race distances: Standard (24.7 km total), Sprint (18.2 km total), and Experience (7.1 km total), combining swimming and running segments.
The race is open to all participants and follows the scenic and challenging routes along the Grande Rota do Zêzere (GRZ), with views over the Castelo de Bode reservoir, crossing through the villages of Fontes and Souto. The race atmosphere is adventurous and demanding, held in late summer with warm temperatures perfect for swimming in fresh water. The finish line is at the Praia Fluvial da Aldeia do Mato, maintaining a magical and inspiring setting.
The event includes multiple transitions between swimming and running, with significant elevation gains, making it suitable for athletes seeking a technical and endurance challenge in a unique natural environment.
The Estrela Road Challenge 2026 is a challenging road running event taking place in Manteigas, Serra da Estrela, Portugal, on October 24-25, 2026. It features demanding courses that test endurance and strength amidst spectacular mountain scenery.
Participants can choose between three race formats: the Uphill® 21 km race with 1600 m positive elevation gain, the Uphill + Downhill® 42 km race with 3200 m total elevation change, and the 42 km Relay Team® race where one runner completes the Uphill and the other the Downhill segment. The event is open to athletes aged 18 and above, requiring good physical condition and experience due to its mountain terrain.
Set in the natural park of Serra da Estrela, the race offers unique landscapes of mountainous roads with strict environmental and social responsibility values. The atmosphere is competitive yet respectful and supportive, emphasizing ethics and solidarity among runners, volunteers, and organizers.
In the heart of Baixo Alentejo, among striking landscapes and trails that challenge the senses, Ourique once again becomes the epicentre of gravel cycling in Portugal. The 2nd edition of Alentejo Gravel will take place on October 25, 2026, and is officially part of the qualification circuit for the 2027 Gravel World Championships.
This event will bring together some of the best national and international athletes in a demanding and thrilling race, designed for those seeking adventure, technical skill, and endurance. Starting and finishing in Ourique, the course will take participants along dirt roads, rural paths, and authentic regional scenery, delivering excitement from the first to the last kilometre.
Open to both licensed and non-licensed athletes and prepared to welcome cyclists across multiple age groups, this edition promises a balanced, challenging, and high-level competition. Beyond the sporting aspect, spectators can enjoy a dedicated social area with food, exhibitors, and activities for all ages, turning the day into a true festival celebrating gravel and cycling.
📍 Date: October 25, 2026
📌 Location: Ourique
🏆 Official qualifying race for the 2027 Gravel World Championships
Save the date and come ride with us at an event set to take gravel to the next level!
The Mangualde Trail – Desafio dos Santos is a trail running event taking place on October 25, 2026, in Mangualde, Viseu, Portugal. It features four race types: a Long Trail of approximately 25 km, a Short Trail of approximately 15 km, a Mini-Trail of approximately 8 km, and an 8 km Walk.
This event is part of the Circuito de Trail da Beira Alta 2026, constituting its 8th stage. It welcomes participants from age 11 and up, with specific age requirements for each race type, and includes categories for all levels, from athletes to walkers.
The race offers a unique opportunity to explore Mangualde’s natural trails and autumn landscapes, combining sport, nature, and local cultural celebration during the traditional Feira dos Santos festival.
The Federação de Triatlo de Portugal (FTP) organizes a variety of triathlon events throughout the year, including national championships and club competitions for the 2026 season. These events take place across various locations in Portugal, reflecting the sport’s strong presence and development in the country.
Participants can expect a range of race formats, distances, and categories, catering to both elite athletes and age group competitors. The calendar includes diverse race types such as duathlon, triathlon sprint, standard, and long-distance events, some of which count towards national championships and club rankings.
The atmosphere across these events is competitive yet inclusive, promoting fair play and community engagement within the triathlon scene in Portugal. The FTP also leads initiatives to innovate volunteer involvement and supports the sport’s growth at all levels.
The ACTIB-TRAIL is a trail running event taking place on October 25, 2026, in Borralha. It features four routes: two competitive timed trails of 25 km (Long) and 15 km (Short), and two recreational routes including an 8 km walk for adults and a 1 km accompanied children’s trail.
This event is part of the “Troféu Trail Terras de Águeda” series, offering options for competitive runners and families alike. The variety of distances and formats makes it accessible to a wide range of participants.