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The II Troféu de Resistência BTT de Alenquer – Inter Freguesias is a mountain bike endurance race series organized by the Municipality of Alenquer, taking place across multiple dates and locations in 2026. The event includes nine independent races held in various parishes within Alenquer, with the final race scheduled for October 4, 2026, in Cabanas do Chão.
The races feature 2-hour endurance formats on courses ranging from 4 to 7 km, primarily on dirt roads and single-tracks. The competition is open to all athletes aged 16 and above, both federated and non-federated, with categories for men, women, and e-bikes across different age groups.
This series promotes mountain biking in the region, offering a competitive yet inclusive atmosphere with individual race trophies and an overall trophy for the best cumulative performance across the series.
The 1st CRP Ribafria Resistência Trail is a unique endurance trail running event taking place on 31 October 2026 in Benedita. Instead of covering a fixed distance, participants compete over a three-hour period on an approximately 3.5 km loop, aiming to complete as many laps as possible before time expires.
Held in the scenic woodland surroundings of Fonte da Senhora, the course combines asphalt, dirt roads and forest trails with an easy technical profile, making it suitable for experienced trail runners as well as athletes looking to try a timed endurance format. Participants can compete individually or in men’s, women’s and mixed pairs, adding a strategic team element to the challenge.
The event combines competition with a friendly atmosphere, finishing with a post-race dinner and prize ceremony at the CRP Ribafria headquarters.
The XII Edition of the Trail Glória do Ribatejo – Desafia o Trilho is a trail running event scheduled for November 1, 2026, in Glória do Ribatejo, Salvaterra de Magos, Portugal. It features competitive races of 30 km (Trail Longo), 18 km (Trail Curto), and 10 km (Mini Trail), as well as a 10 km walking event.
The event is open to participants aged 18 and over, with younger athletes allowed only with parental authorization. It is part of the Circuito de Trail do Ribatejo (CTR) and the Portuguese Trail Running Association Championship (ATRP).
The courses are natural circuits mainly composed of trails with some technical sections, all circular starting and finishing at the Municipal Pavilion. The event offers a festive atmosphere with a focus on local traditions, gastronomy, and the natural landscape of the Ribatejo region.
The II Trail Cidade de Faro takes place on 1 November 2026 in Estoi, in the municipality of Faro. Organised by Associação Temivels d’Atalaia in partnership with the Municipality of Faro, the event combines competitive trail running with a recreational walk through the natural and rural landscapes surrounding the village.
Participants can choose between a 32 km Long Trail, a 21 km Trail Sprint, a 13 km Mini Trail and a 10 km walk. The routes mainly follow rural paths, natural trails and forest tracks, with occasional sections on public roads. Depending on the chosen distance, runners may encounter uneven ground, steeper gradients and more technical sections.
The Long Trail has approximately 1,600 metres of elevation gain, while the Trail Sprint includes around 700 metres. The Mini Trail and walk offer shorter alternatives, with approximately 580 and 200 metres of climbing respectively. Along the way, participants can expect views towards the Algarve coastline and the surrounding hills.
The three trail races are competitive and include official classifications, while the walk is recreational. The programme also includes electronic timing for competitive participants, aid stations, medical support, a finisher medal, an official T-shirt and post-race food.
The 22nd edition of the BTT Rota das Adegas, a non-competitive mountain bike ride, will take place on November 1, 2026, in Torres Vedras, Portugal. The event starts at 9:00 AM from the Museu de Ciclismo Joaquim Agostinho and covers a route of 35 to 40 km with approximately 600 meters of elevation gain.
This event is open to participants aged 16 and older, including minors with legal authorization. The ride promotes the region and its wineries, featuring a visit to one of the local wineries along the route. The course includes trails, rural paths, and municipal roads with medium physical and technical difficulty, suitable for both competitive and leisure riders.
Participants will enjoy a marked route with organizational support at crossings, a refreshment station at the winery, and a friendly atmosphere focused on physical activity and regional promotion.
The VI Trail de Ficalho is a trail running event taking place on November 1, 2026, in Vila Verde de Ficalho, Beja, Portugal. It offers multiple distances including Ultra Trail (50 km), Trail (35 km), Trail Sprint (17 km), Trail Surprise, and a non-competitive Caminhada/Minitrail (10 km).
The event is open to participants aged 12 and above, with specific minimum ages for each distance, and is part of the Circuito de Trail do Baixo Alentejo 2027 and the Taça Alengarve Trail. The courses feature challenging terrain such as paths, trails, streams, and escarpments, with significant elevation gains up to 2063 meters for the Ultra Trail.
The Trail de Ficalho emphasizes connection with nature, local history, and culture, promoting healthy lifestyles and environmental respect. The event atmosphere encourages personal challenge, social interaction, and community involvement, including walkers and non-competitive participants.
Trail Mortágua 2026 is a trail running event taking place on November 1, 2026, in Mortágua, Portugal. It features three distinct circular courses: a 22 km trail with a 4-hour limit, a 14 km trail with a 3-hour limit, and an 8 km walk.
The event is open to participants aged 16 and older for the 14 km trail and 18 and older for the 22 km trail, with younger participants requiring written authorization. The walk is open to all ages with accompaniment for minors. The race includes competitive categories by age groups and team classifications for the trails.
The courses run through public roads and rural paths with marked routes and checkpoints. The event offers a festive atmosphere with awards for top finishers and teams, and includes amenities such as refreshments, finisher medals, technical t-shirts, and showers.
The RFM Performance MANZ Games in Aveiro is a unique fitness event combining running and functional resistance exercises, taking place on November 7-8, 2026. The competition features a circuit of seven functional training stations, each preceded by a 600-meter run, totaling 4.2 km of running and seven different exercises.
Participants can compete individually, in male, female, or mixed pair. The event is inclusive and accessible to athletes of various fitness backgrounds and ages, with age groups from 16 to 56+ years. It offers a competitive atmosphere with rankings and prizes for top finishers in each category and age group.
The event is organized with electronic timing and includes a detailed system of penalties and judges to ensure fair play and correct execution of exercises. It promises a challenging and dynamic experience for fitness enthusiasts.
The V Caminhada Trail da Salamandra is a trail running event taking place on November 7, 2026, in Benafim Penina, Faro, Portugal. It offers three distances: 5 km, 10 km, and 16 km, held predominantly on trails within the Protected Landscape of Rocha da Pena and surrounding rural paths.
The event is open to participants aged 18 and over, with those aged 14 and above allowed to participate in the walking event with a signed responsibility waiver. It aims to promote sports activity in the region and is supported by local municipalities and communities.
The race atmosphere emphasizes respect for the natural environment and fair play, with no official timing or classifications. Solid and liquid aid stations are provided along the course.
The Passeio Noturno – Rota da Água Pé is a night mountain bike and walking event taking place on November 7, 2026, in Miranda do Corvo. Participants can choose between a 25 km mountain bike ride with +400 m elevation gain or a 10 km walk.
This event is open to all and offers a unique opportunity to explore Miranda do Corvo by night, combining sport, socializing, and local culture. The route includes refreshments with water and fruit, and the event concludes with a traditional Água Pé tasting, local food, and live music, creating a festive and convivial atmosphere.