MessengerII Merelim São Paio Aquathlon
- Sat, August 29, 2026
- 2,50 € — 40 €
- 6 races
Registered directly with the organizer
Event summary
The Merelim São Paio Aquathlon returns on 29 August 2026 in Braga, bringing together youth athletes, age-group competitors and experienced triathletes for a day of racing along the banks of the Cávado River. Organised under the technical supervision of the Portuguese Triathlon Federation, the event hosts the North Absolute Championship, North Individual Championship, North Youth Championship and several Open races.
The programme includes Youth Aquathlon races with age-adapted distances, a Super Sprint Aquathlon and a Sprint Aquathlon, as well as a relay competition for two-person teams. Swimming takes place at Merelim São Paio River Beach, while the running course follows a flat dirt riverside cycle path, creating a fast and spectator-friendly race environment.
Whether competing for championship titles or simply taking part in the open races, participants can enjoy a professionally organised event suitable for all levels of experience.
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Date
29 August 2026
Location
Merelim São Paio River Beach, Braga, Portugal
Race Office
13:30–14:30
Transition Check-in
13:40–14:40
Race Start
15:00 (starts by category)
Distances
Youth Aquathlon
Benjamins – 50 m swim + 400 m run
Infantis – 100 m swim + 800 m run
Iniciados – 200 m swim + 1 km run
Juvenis – 300 m swim + 2 km run
Cadetes – 300 m swim + 2 km run
Super Sprint
300 m swim + 2 km run
Sprint
750 m swim + 5 km run
Course Format
Open-water swim followed by trail running.
Terrain
River swim and compact dirt riverside cycle path.
Categories
Youth, Super Sprint, Sprint, Relay, North Championship and Open races.
Registration Deadline
24 August 2026
Timing
Official timing under Portuguese Triathlon Federation regulations.
Aid Stations
Refreshments at the finish and recovery area. Sprint race also includes refreshments at the beginning of each running lap.
Insurance
Personal accident insurance included.
Prizes
Awards for overall, age-group, club and relay classifications, as well as North Championship titles.
Location
get directionsRaces
Super Sprint 300 m swim + 2 km run Non licensed
Sprint Relay 750 m swim + 5 km run Non licensed
Sprint 750 m swim + 5 km run Licensed
Sprint 750 m swim + 5 km run Non licensed
Youth Aquathlon Non licensed
Youth Aquathlon Licensed
Benefits
🏊 Open-water swim in the Cávado River
🏃 Fast riverside running course
🥤 Liquid and solid refreshments
🛡️ Personal accident insurance
🏆 Championship and Open race awards
👥 Relay category available
