MessengerVila do Conde Peneda-Gerês Extreme 2027
- Fri, Jul 9 - Sun, Jul 11, 2027
- 150 € — 165 €
- 4 races
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Registration closes in 218 days 00 hours 59 min
Event summary
The Vila do Conde Peneda-Gerês Extreme is a mountain bike adventure race taking place on July 9, 10, and 11, 2027. The event covers approximately 300 km with 8000 meters of elevation gain, spanning three stages from Vila do Conde to the Peneda-Gerês National Park.
Open to all cyclists aged 19 and over, including federated and non-federated participants, with options to compete solo or in pairs. The race follows GPS navigation and includes classifications for e-bikes separately. It is governed by the Portuguese Cycling Federation regulations as an open event.
The race features challenging mountain terrain and rural roads, with a strong emphasis on safety, environmental responsibility, and fair play. Participants receive support such as mechanical assistance, medical teams, and aid stations with food and hydration.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Duplas: Elites Masculinas (19-29 years)
• Master 30 Masculinas (30-39 years)
• Master 40 Masculinas (40-49 years)
• Master 50 Masculinas (50-59 years)
• Master 60 Masculinas (60+ years, minimum 3 teams required)
• Duplas Femininas
• Duplas Mistas
• Solos: Geral Masculinos (19+ years)
• Solos: Geral Femininas (19+ years)
Start/finish locations: Stage 1 start: Vila do Conde; Stage 1 finish: Paredes de Coura; Stage 2 start and finish: Paredes de Coura; Stage 3 start: Paredes de Coura; Stage 3 finish: Vila do Conde
Start times per category/distance: Single start time at 09:00 each day
Cut-off times: Control points close at 17:30 daily
Participants limit: 200 participants
Registration deadline: June 15, 2027 at 23:59 or until participant limit is reached
Surface types: Mountain trails, rural roads, and public roads open to traffic
Course format: Three consecutive stages in line
Race routes: GPS navigation required; participants must record and submit GPS tracks
Timing method: Electronic chip timing with mandatory chip and frontal plate
Toilets and aid station placement: Liquid and solid aid stations on course from 9:30 to 16:00; recovery meals at stage finishes
Drop bag policy: One personal bag per athlete (max 30L) transported to stage finishes; drop-off closes 30 minutes before stage start
Prizes: Jerseys for stage leaders and overall leaders; trophies for top 3 per category per stage and overall; special fair-play award
Cancellation & refund policy: Cancellations notified in writing within 90 days of registration receive a 50% refund. No refunds after May 1, 2026. No refunds for withdrawals during the event.
Location
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Vila do Conde Peneda-Gerês Extreme 300 km Não Federado
Vila do Conde Peneda-Gerês Extreme 300 km Federated
Vila do Conde Peneda-Gerês Extreme 300 km Relay 2 athletes Federated
Vila do Conde Peneda-Gerês Extreme 300 km Relay 2 athletes Não Federado
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: frontal plate, chip, participation gifts
🏅 Finisher prize: finisher gift
⏱️ Timing + electronic chip timing with GPS track validation
🛟 Safety support: medical teams, ambulances, first aid, emergency contacts provided
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included for non-federated participants
🥤 Aid stations: liquid and solid food strategically placed on course
🚿 Showers and changing rooms available
🧳 Drop-bag transport between stages
🧖 Optional massage service available for extra fee
🏆 Jerseys and trophies for leaders and top finishers
