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View eventTAUT – Terras do Ancião Ultra Trail
TAUT – Terras do Ancião Ultra Trail 2027 is an endurance mountain trail running event taking place from February 14 to 20, 2027, in Ansião, Portugal. The event features multiple race distances including a special 500 km edition called The Ancient Quest, as well as 150 miles, 100 miles, 110 km, 62 km, 35 km, 20 km, and 13 km races.
The event is open to athletes aged 18 and over, with a minimum age of 16 for the Mini Trail (13 km). TAUT serves as the official qualifying race in Portugal for the Endurance Mountain Trail World Championship and offers points for TORX eXperience, UTMB Index, ITRA, ATRP, ADAL, and the Municipal Circuit of Ansião. The courses traverse diverse and challenging terrain with significant elevation gains, including technical sections and scenic landscapes across 22 municipalities and 70 parishes.
The Ancient Quest 500K is a unique butterfly loop format race with three distinct circuits, allowing athletes to return to the central logistics hub in Ansião multiple times. The event includes solo and relay categories, with extensive support including aid stations, medical assistance, rest areas, and logistical services to enhance athlete safety and experience.
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View event7th MTB Rota das Laranjeiras
The 7th BTT Rota das Laranjeiras is a mountain bike event originally scheduled for February 28, 2027, in Meirinhas, Pombal. The event features a 36 km ride designed for mountain biking enthusiasts.
The race is open to participants without mention of license requirements. It is organized as a single-day event with a focus on outdoor cycling through natural terrain.
The 2026 edition was cancelled due to unsafe trail conditions caused by a storm, with the next edition rescheduled for February 28, 2027, ensuring participant safety and a memorable experience.
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View eventMontalegre Urban Fit
The Montalegre Urban Fit is an urban obstacle race taking place on March 6, 2027, in Montalegre, Portugal. The race features a 9 km course with 30 obstacles of varying difficulty, set in cold conditions typical of the Barroso region at this time of year.
Participants can choose from several competition categories including Elite Liga, Elite Internacional, Liga Competitive, and Guerreiro (fun category), with individual and team options available. The event is open to participants aged 14 and above, with some categories requiring registration with the OCR Portugal league.
This race combines physical challenge with a community spirit, as it supports a local Montalegre institution. The event atmosphere is competitive yet inclusive, with multiple start waves and a finisher prize for all participants.
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View eventLidl Setúbal Triathlon
The Lidl Setúbal Triathlon is a triathlon event taking place on May 2, 2027, organized by HMS Sports in partnership with the Câmara Municipal de Setúbal. The race features a 1.9 km swim, 90 km cycling, and a 21.1 km run.
The competition starts in the waters of the Rio Sado and includes routes through the city center and the challenging Serra da Arrábida. Individual registrations are sold out, but relay team registrations remain open.
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View eventRACENATURE SERRA DA ESTRELA
Racenature Serra da Estrela 2026 is a mountain bike (MTB) stage race taking place from June 4 to June 7, 2026, with start and finish in Seia (Serra da Estrela), Portugal. The event includes four race days: one mandatory time trial and three stages, all navigated via GPS. Stage distances and elevation profiles are still to be defined.
The event follows the Portuguese Cycling Federation rules as an Open Event and is open to both licensed and non-licensed riders (minimum age 18, as of 12/31/2026). Riders may use MTBs with or without motor assistance, but e-bikes are not eligible for classification.
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View eventVertical North Coast
The Vertical Costa Norte is a vertical kilometer mountain running race taking place on September 28, 2025, in Madeira, Portugal. This event features a challenging 13 km vertical kilometer distance designed to test endurance and climbing skills.
Open to a broad range of athletes from various age groups including youth, juniors, seniors, and veterans, the race welcomes both licensed and non-licensed participants affiliated with the Federação de Campismo e Montanhismo de Portugal. It is organized by Clube Naval de São Vicente with strong support from local authorities, ensuring a well-structured competition.
The race offers a unique experience with its steep vertical ascent along the northern coast of Madeira, promising spectacular landscapes and a demanding terrain. The atmosphere is competitive yet inclusive, attracting mountain running enthusiasts eager to challenge themselves in a scenic and rugged environment.