Castelo de Portel - 2 Hours of Resistance

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Castelo de Portel - 2 Hours of Resistance

Sat, August 15, 2026
20 €
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The Castelo de Portel – 2 Hours Resistance is a mountain bike endurance race taking place on August 15, 2026, in Portel, Évora. The event features a circular course of approximately 3.5 km with 150 meters of elevation gain, starting and finishing near the historic castle.

Open to all participants with categories divided by age and gender, including Junior + Elite and various Master age groups. The race runs from 21:00 to 23:00, requiring the use of lights due to the night schedule. It offers a unique atmosphere by connecting participants with the local community around the castle and historic streets.

The event emphasizes safety with mandatory helmets and lights, and prohibits e-bikes to ensure fair competition on the challenging medium to high difficulty course.

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Start/finish locations: Circular course starting and finishing near Castelo de Portel

Start times per category/distance: 21:00 start, 23:00 finish

Cut-off times: Race ends at 23:00; last lap can finish after if started before cut-off

Bib pick-up time and location: Secretariat opens at 18:00, closes at 20:30 on August 15, at Escola E B 2 3 D. João de Portel

Participants limit: 100

Registration deadline: August 12, 2026 at 23:59

Surface types: Off-road mountain bike terrain

Course format: Circular circuit approximately 3.5 km with 150m elevation gain

Timing method: Electronic chip reader at finish line

Toilets and aid station placement: Includes refreshments and food at the finish

Prizes: Monetary prizes and trophies for top 3 overall male and female; trophies and diplomas for age categories; participation medal for all finishers

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Portel, Évora

20 €

Optional Extras

Bib personalization + 1 €

🛡️ Insurance: personal accident coverage included
🥤 Aid stations: refreshments and food at the finish
🚿 Showers and bike washing available
🏆 Prizes: cash prizes for top 3 overall, trophies and diplomas for categories, participation medals
🎽 Athlete kit: participant bib with number
🛟 Safety support: mandatory helmet and lights, emergency contact numbers provided

Minors may participate only with a signed authorization from a parent or legal guardian, including a copy of the guardian's ID.

Registration must be completed online with payment by August 12, 2026. Payments after this date are invalid.

Use of a helmet and front and rear lights on the bike is mandatory due to the night schedule.

The course is approximately 3.5 km with 150 meters of elevation gain, rated medium to high difficulty.

The race starts at 21:00 on August 15, 2026, near Castelo de Portel, with the finish line closing at 23:00.

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