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The Swim Grand Prix 2026 is the biggest open water swimming event in Portugal. This swimming race offers various distances to accommodate different levels of swimmers, making it accessible for both amateurs and experienced athletes.
The event welcomes all participants, including those without licenses, fostering a broad community atmosphere. It is part of a series that brings competitive and recreational swimmers together in a festive and motivating environment.
Swimmers will experience unique open water landscapes, adding an inspiring natural element to the competition. The event also features parallel races for different age groups or categories, promoting inclusivity and family participation.
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The Global Ocean Figueira da Foz 2026 is an open water swimming event taking place on July 26, 2026, at Praia do Forte de Santa Catarina in Figueira da Foz. This inaugural edition offers distances of 300m, 500m, 2,000m, and a 4x300m relay, designed for swimming enthusiasts seeking challenge and enjoyment.
Set against the stunning backdrop where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Mondego River, the race promises a unique experience combining sport, camaraderie, and the thrill of ocean swimming. The event emphasizes safety, organization, and a spirit of sportsmanship, welcoming athletes and clubs alike.
It also embraces environmental responsibility, promoting the protection of seas and oceans, making it a meaningful occasion beyond competition.
The VI Goma Open Water Meeting takes place on August 1, 2026, at Barragem das Andorinhas, in Sobradelo da Goma (Póvoa de Lanhoso). The event is part of the XIX National Open Water Circuit 2025–2026, organized under the Portuguese Swimming Federation (FPN).
Held in reservoir conditions, the competition includes a 3000m official Circuit race for Open Water (AA) and Masters AA swimmers, as well as 1500m and 400m promotional distances. The stage contributes to the national ranking standings.
The 10th Queimadela Dam Open Water Race takes place on August 2, 2026, at Barragem da Queimadela, in Fafe. This event is part of the XIX National Open Water Circuit 2025–2026, organized under the Portuguese Swimming Federation (FPN).
Held in reservoir conditions on the Rio Vizela, the competition features a 3500m official Circuit race for Open Water (AA) and Masters AA swimmers, alongside 1000m and 500m promotional distances. The race contributes to the national ranking standings.
The 23rd Lagoa – Jorge Lamy Open Water Race takes place on August 9, 2026, at Praia Grande, Ferragudo, in Lagoa (Algarve). This event is part of the XIX National Open Water Circuit 2025–2026, organized under the Portuguese Swimming Federation (FPN).
Held in Atlantic sea conditions along the Algarve coast, the competition features a 2000m official Circuit race for Open Water (AA) and Masters AA swimmers, alongside 1000m and 200m promotional events. The race contributes to the national ranking standings.
The TRITON 3 Rio de Janeiro is a triathlon event held on August 21, 22, and 23, 2026, at the Portobello Resort & Safári. This unique competition spans three consecutive days, with each day dedicated to one discipline: swimming on Friday, cycling on Saturday, and running on Sunday.
Participants can choose from three distance options—SPRINT, MIDDLE, and LONG—offering a range of challenges: SPRINT (1 km swim, 30 km bike, 10 km run), MIDDLE (2 km swim, 60 km bike, 20 km run), and LONG (3 km swim, 90 km bike, 30 km run). The event welcomes individual competitors and teams in a corporate relay format for the Sprint distance.
The race features looped courses for all disciplines, enhancing visibility and safety, with scenic routes including the Serra do Piloto for cycling and coastal landscapes for running. The event is part of the Triton World Series, with a unique scoring system that balances performance across all three disciplines, making it a strategic and demanding triathlon experience.
The 20th Albufeira Open Water Race takes place on August 22, 2026, at Praia dos Pescadores, in Albufeira (Algarve). This event is part of the XIX National Open Water Circuit 2025–2026, organized under the Portuguese Swimming Federation (FPN).
Held in Atlantic sea conditions, the competition features a 2000m official Circuit race for Open Water (AA) and Masters AA swimmers, alongside a 200m promotional event. The race contributes to the national ranking standings.
The X Montargil Dam Open Water Crossing takes place on September 5, 2026, at Montargil Dam, in Ponte de Sor. This event is part of the XIX National Open Water Circuit 2025–2026, organized under the Portuguese Swimming Federation (FPN).
Held in reservoir conditions, the competition includes a 3000m official Circuit race for Open Water (AA) and Masters AA swimmers, alongside 1500m and 500m promotional distances. The race contributes to the national ranking standings.
The XI Senhora d’Agonia International Open Water Meeting takes place on September 6, 2026, in Viana do Castelo. This international event is part of the XIX National Open Water Circuit 2025–2026, organized under the Portuguese Swimming Federation (FPN).
Held in Atlantic sea conditions, the competition includes a 4000m official Circuit race for Open Water swimmers, a 2000m Masters Circuit race, and additional 2000m and 500m promotional events. The race contributes to national ranking standings and maintains its international character within the open water