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The Rota Cora\u00e7\u00e3o da Ria is a mountain bike marathon event taking place on October 4, 2026, in Murtosa, Portugal. The race features a single approximately 50 km route that highlights the unique amphibious landscape along the ria, including forest trails and cultivated fields.<\/p>\n

Participation is open to all riders aged 16 and above, including those on mountain bikes, gravel bikes, and e-bikes. The event starts at 09:30 from Parque da Saldida-Murtosa, with a maximum completion time of 4 hours.<\/p>\n

The race offers a festive atmosphere with well-marked trails, three aid stations, and prizes awarded to the top finishers by gender and age categories, including a separate classification for e-bike riders.<\/p>\n","organizer_description":"

Regulation link \u2197<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Start\/finish locations:<\/strong> Parque da Saldida-Murtosa, Murtosa<\/p>\n

Start times per category\/distance:<\/strong> 09:30 start, with start gate opening at 08:00<\/p>\n

Cut-off times:<\/strong> Maximum time to complete the race is 4 hours; race closes at 13:30<\/p>\n

Bib pick-up time and location:<\/strong>
\n\u2022 October 3, 2026, from 15:00 to 19:00
\n\u2022 October 4, 2026, from 07:00 to 09:00
\n\u2022 Location: Piscinas Municipais da Murtosa, Av. do Emigrante, Murtosa<\/p>\n

Registration deadline:<\/strong> September 27, 2026<\/p>\n

Surface types:<\/strong> Trails along the ria, forest paths, cultivated fields, and some road sections with vehicle traffic<\/p>\n

Course format:<\/strong> Single marathon route approximately 50 km long<\/p>\n

Race routes:<\/strong> One route of approximately 50 km<\/p>\n

Timing method:<\/strong> Electronic chip timing integrated into the bib<\/p>\n

Toilets and aid station placement:<\/strong> Three aid stations; two with liquids and one with solid and liquid supplies<\/p>\n

Prizes:<\/strong> Awards for top three overall and by age category, male and female, including e-bike categories; prize ceremony around 12:30 at finish area<\/p>\n

Registrations made through this page are managed and processed directly by RaceFinder<\/p>\n","race_benefits":"

\ud83c\udfbd Athlete kit: bib with chip, personalized bib for registrations validated by September 26, 2026
\n\ud83c\udfc5 Finisher prize: prizes for top three finishers overall and by category
\n\u23f1\ufe0f Timing + live results by electronic chip timing
\n\ud83d\udedf Safety support: first aid and ambulances at strategic points
\n\ud83d\udee1\ufe0f Insurance: personal accident and liability insurance included
\n\ud83e\udd64 Aid stations: three points with solid and liquid supplies
\n\ud83d\udebf Showers and changing rooms at Piscinas Municipais da Murtosa near start\/finish
\n\ud83e\uddf3 Bicycle washing zone near finish
\n\ud83c\udfc6 Podium awards ceremony at 12:30<\/p>\n","event_faq_headline":"FAQ","event_faq_items":[{"item_title":"Can children participate?","item_description":"Participation is allowed for individuals aged 16 and above. Minors aged 16-17 must have a signed responsibility waiver from their legal guardians."},{"item_title":"How can I register?","item_description":"Registration is online via waitastart.com between April 24 and September 27, 2026, with two registration phases."},{"item_title":"Is special equipment required?","item_description":"Use of a helmet is mandatory throughout the race. 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