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The 11th Trilho dos Carreteiros is a non-competitive mountain bike and walking event taking place on April 11, 2026, at the Parque de Lazer da Vila de Roriz. The event features a 25 km mountain bike route of medium difficulty and a marked walking route through rural paths and cultural points of interest.
Open to all athletes without the need for a sports license, the event encourages a relaxed, social atmosphere focused on enjoyment and nature. Children under 18 may participate with written authorization and must be accompanied by a responsible adult. The mountain bike route is fully marked and includes technical trails and local roads, with safety and support measures in place.
Hybrid Day St Maria da Feira is a fixed bar cycling event scheduled for April 11, 2026, in St Maria da Feira. The event welcomes participants interested in fixed gear cycling, providing a unique opportunity to challenge themselves in this specialized discipline.
The race is open to all cycling enthusiasts, regardless of licensing status, encouraging wide participation. It offers a festive and community-driven atmosphere, making it an engaging experience for both competitors and spectators.
KC Race Challenge 2026 is an obstacle race for teams of three participants, taking place on April 11, 2026, at the Complexo Desportivo Fernando Mamede in Beja. The course is at least 8 km long and includes obstacles requiring strength, suspension, precision, and skill.
The event is open to all enthusiasts aged 15 and above, promoting inclusion and the spirit of overcoming challenges. Teams compete in female, mixed, and male categories, with prizes for the top three teams in each category.
The race features a dynamic and competitive atmosphere with multiple attempts allowed on certain obstacles and mandatory penalties for failures, ensuring a challenging and engaging experience for all participants.
The II Troféu de Resistência BTT de Alenquer – Inter Freguesias is a mountain bike endurance race series held across multiple locations in Alenquer, Portugal, throughout 2026. The first race, Resistência CSRD Ota, takes place on April 11, 2026, in Ota.
The races feature 2-hour endurance formats on courses ranging from 4 to 7 km, primarily on dirt paths and single-tracks. The event is open to all athletes aged 16 and above, both federated and non-federated, without the need for a cycling license.
This series includes multiple categories for men and women, including age groups and e-bikes, and offers a competitive yet community-focused atmosphere with trophies awarded per race and overall classification.
“Pegadas em Família” is a non-competitive 5 km walking event taking place on April 11, 2026, in Abad, Pisão – Bajouca. The walk starts at 14:30 and follows trails and paths around Pisão.
The event is open to all participants prepared and equipped for the walk, with a registration limit of 100 people. The registration fee includes a light meal and a clay souvenir, making it a family-friendly and community-oriented activity.
The V Corrida Solidária NEM/AAC is a running event taking place on April 11, 2026, in Coimbra. It features competitive 10 km and 5 km races, as well as a 5 km walk for recreational purposes.
The races start and finish at the Estádio Universitário de Coimbra, with the 10 km race beginning at 16:00, the 5 km race at 16:20, and the walk at 16:30. The event is open to individuals aged 18+ for the 10 km race and 16+ for the 5 km race and walk, with younger children allowed in the walk if accompanied by an adult.
The courses offer water stations along the routes and are timed electronically for the races, providing a competitive yet inclusive atmosphere supported by local organizations.
Duathlon events in Portugal for 2026 are organized by the Federação de Triatlo de Portugal, representing a comprehensive national calendar of competitions across various regions. These events offer diverse distances and formats, including individual and team competitions, making them accessible to a wide range of athletes from beginners to elite levels.
The competitions are linked to national championships and club series, fostering a competitive yet inclusive atmosphere. The events often take place in scenic locations throughout Portugal, providing athletes with unique landscapes and terrain challenges. The atmosphere is typically vibrant and community-focused, with some events featuring relay formats and categories for different age groups.
The Barreiro Machada Trail Noturno is a night trail running event taking place on April 11, 2026, in Vale de Zebro – Palhais, Barreiro, Portugal. It offers multiple distances including a 20 km long trail, a 13 km sprint trail, an 8 km walk, and a 1 km kids trail.
The event is open to all participants, with competitive races for the 20 km and 13 km trails and non-competitive options for the walk and kids trail. The trails feature technical paths with significant elevation gain, especially the long trail with 400 meters of positive elevation.
Organized by the Barreiro City Council in partnership with Decathlon and other sponsors, the event provides a unique experience running through the natural environment of the Mata Nacional da Machada, with a strong emphasis on safety and environmental responsibility.
The Piódão Trail Running returns on April 11, 2026, for its 14th edition, starting in the historic village of Piódão, in the Arganil region. One of Portugal’s most iconic trail races, it features four distances: Ultra Trail (54 km), Long Trail (25 km), Short Trail (13 km), and a 13 km Walk.
The routes cross mountains, streams, and valleys in the heart of central Portugal — offering a mix of endurance, beauty, and tradition in a truly unique setting.
The 2nd Corrida Solidária Exide, Suanfarma e Hit is a running event taking place on April 11, 2025, at the Hit Kagome factory in Castanheira do Ribatejo. It features a 10 km race, a 5 km walk, and a 500 m Kids Race.
The event is open to all participants, with the 10 km race requiring participants to be over 18 years old, and the Kids Race for children up to 12 years old. It supports the local fire department, making it a meaningful community solidarity event.
Participants will experience routes starting and finishing at the factory, with water stations along the course and a festive atmosphere including trophies for top finishers and medals for all finishers.