17th BTT Marathon Almourol à Vista
Event summary
The 17th BTT Almourol À Vista is a mountain bike marathon event taking place on April 26, 2026, in Vila Nova da Barquinha, Portugal. It offers two race distances: a 60 km marathon and a 40 km ride, both with medium technical and physical difficulty.
Open to participants aged 14 and above, with minors requiring parental responsibility forms. The event is part of the Troféu BTT Ribatejo Norte series and features challenging terrain with significant elevation changes (1200 m positive and negative for the marathon, 750 m for the shorter ride).
The race atmosphere is supported by logistical aid including solid and liquid refreshments, hot showers, and bike washing facilities. There is also a convivial lunch after the race, and categories include mixed teams and gravel bike classifications, making it inclusive and competitive for various rider profiles.
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Start/finish locations: Avenida dos Plátanos (Parque Ribeirinho), Vila Nova da Barquinha
Start times per category/distance: 09:30 for both 60 km Marathon and 40 km Passeio
Bib pick-up time and location:
• April 25, 2026, 16:00–20:00
• April 26, 2026, 07:30–09:15
• Location: Avenida dos Plátanos near start/finish area
Participant limit: 1000 participants
Registration deadline: April 15, 2026
Surface types: Mountain bike trails with technical and physical medium difficulty, elevation gain/loss 1200 m for marathon, 750 m for passeio
Course format: Circular routes
Race routes:
• Marathon: 60 km, D+1200, D-1200
• Passeio: 40 km, D+750, D-750
Timing method: Electronic chip timing
Toilets and aid station placement:
• Marathon: 3 aid stations
• Passeio: 2 aid stations
Prizes: General male and female classification, gravel bike categories, mixed teams, and age group categories according to Troféu BTT Ribatejo Norte regulations
Age categories/divisions:
• Sub-23/Elites (male and female, under 29 years)
• Veterans M30, M35, M40, M45, M50, M55, M60 (male)
• Veterans F30, F35/40, F45+ (female)
Cut-off times:
• Marathon: 6 hours with intermediate control; late athletes must switch to Passeio
• Passeio: 4 hours 30 minutes
Parking and shuttle details: Information available on official website www.gcbarquinhense.pt
Location
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MTB 60 km
MTB 40 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib number
🏅 Finisher prize: souvenir included in registration
⏱️ Timing + live results by electronic chip
🛟 Safety support: organization staff, firefighters, and GNR emergency teams
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident and civil liability included in registration
🥤 Aid stations: solid and liquid refreshments at multiple points
🚿 Showers: hot showers available at local school pavilion and municipal pools
🧳 Bike washing facilities available
🏆 Prizes for general classification, age groups, gravel bike category, and mixed teams
🍽️ Optional convivial lunch available for athletes and companions with reservation
