11th Triathlon de Altura

  • Sun, May 31, 2026
  • 20 30 
  • 3 races
0

Event summary

The XI Triatlo de Altura is a sprint distance road triathlon event taking place on May 31, 2026, in Altura, Portugal. It includes the Algarve and Baixo Alentejo Championship (3rd stage), the Regional Individual Triathlon Championship, an Open Race, and Relay races.

The event offers sprint distance triathlon races with swimming at Praia da Alagoa, cycling on municipal roads north of Altura, and running along Av. 24 de Junho near the beach. Participation is open to licensed athletes from the Algarve and Baixo Alentejo region for the championship, and open to all athletes aged 16 or older for the open race and relays.

The race features age group categories from cadets to 80-84 years old, with individual and team classifications, and trophies awarded for various categories. The event is organized by Clube Leões do Sul in partnership with local authorities and supported by the Portuguese Triathlon Federation.

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Start/finish locations: Swimming at Praia da Alagoa, cycling on municipal roads north of Altura, running on Av. 24 de Junho near the beach, transition area at Largo de Festas near Café Central (Alagoa)

Start times per category/distance: Start of races at 10:00 on May 31, 2026

Registration deadline: May 25, 2026, 23:59

Race routes:
• Swim: triangular course at Praia de Altura, starting from the sand, buoys to the left, exit on the east side
• Bike: asphalt roads, loop passing Av. 24 de Junho, rotundas of Varina, Alçaria, Pedra Arrancada, Rio Seco, Pisa Barro, and back to transition
• Run: 3 laps along Av. 24 de Junho, starting and finishing at transition area, counter traffic lane

Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations at start of run (water) and recovery zone (water, fruit, sweets)

Prizes: Regional champion bands for age group winners; individual and team trophies for Algarve and Baixo Alentejo Championship, Open Race, and Relays


Castro Marim, Faro

Races

Sprint 0.75 km swimming + 22 km cycling + 5 km running

31 May, 2026
10:00
20 

Sprint 0.75 km swimming + 22 km cycling + 5 km running Non licensed

31 May, 2026
10:00
25 

Sprint 0.75 km swimming + 22 km cycling + 5 km running Relay

31 May, 2026
10:00
30 

Benefits

🥤 Aid stations: water at start of run and recovery zone with water, fruit, and sweets
🏅 Finisher prize: T-shirt and souvenirs
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included in registration
🍽️ Food: meal provided as part of registration


FAQ

How can I register for the event?

Licensed athletes must register via the Portuguese Triathlon Federation website by May 25, 2026. Non-licensed athletes and relay teams register through a specific online link by the same date. Late registrations are possible on race day with an additional fee.

Can children participate?

The event includes age categories starting from cadets (born 2009-2010) and juniors, with minimum age 16 for open and relay races.

What are the race distances?

The sprint triathlon distances vary by age group; for example, cadets swim 750 m, bike 22 km, and run 5 km (3 laps).

Is special equipment required?

Use of a swim cap is mandatory; wetsuits allowed if water temperature is below 22ºC. Helmet use is mandatory for cycling.

How do I get to the event location?

The event takes place in Altura, with swim at Praia da Alagoa and transition near Café Central. Specific transport details are not provided.

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