17th Edition of the Race Francisco Lázaro Bairro de Benfica

The V Corrida de São Lourenço is a running event taking place on April 18, 2026, in Machico (Caniçal), Madeira. It features multiple race distances for different age groups, including 0.5 km for sub-10 and sub-12 categories, 1 km for sub-14 and sub-16, and a main race of 4.1 km for sub-18, sub-20, seniors, and veterans.

This event is part of the Madeira a Correr and Mini Madeira a Correr circuits, with individual and team classifications. Participation is limited to licensed athletes affiliated with AARAM, ensuring a competitive and organized race environment.

The courses run through urban streets of Caniçal and São Lourenço, finishing at the Cais, offering a community-focused and spirited atmosphere. Awards are given across all age groups and team categories, including trophies for clubs with the highest number of classified participants.

The 3H Resistência Eloo D’Engate By Ponte da Cunha is a 3-hour endurance race taking place on April 18, 2026, in Barcelos, Portugal. The event features a circuit of approximately 5 km per lap on dirt roads and rural paths.

Participants can compete individually, in pairs (relay format), or on e-bikes, with categories for men, women, and mixed teams. Minors aged 16-17 may participate only in pairs with a signed responsibility waiver. The race awards the winner based on the most laps completed, with ties broken by the fastest last lap.

The Challenge1K – Lisboa > Alto do Malhão (Algarve) is a road cycling endurance event taking place on April 18, 2026. The route covers 268 km from Lisbon to the iconic Alto do Malhão climb in the Algarve, known for its challenging gradients exceeding 10%.

This event is designed for cyclists seeking a test of resistance and mental strength, with multiple start times based on average speeds (22 km/h, 25 km/h, 28 km/h). Participants must comply with road safety rules and use GPS tracking for navigation.

The race atmosphere emphasizes personal challenge and achievement, culminating in the legendary climb of Alto do Malhão, a symbol of Portuguese cycling. Support includes two aid stations, a hot meal at the finish, and transport back to Lisbon.

TOPO SIMULATION 2026 takes place on April 18, 2026, in Trofa, Portugal. This hybrid endurance and strength competition combines running with standardized functional workout stations in a high-intensity race format.

The race follows an 8 x 1 km running structure alternated with 8 functional stations, including SkiErg, Sled Push, Sled Pull, Burpee Broad Jumps, Row, Farmer Carry, Sandbag Lunges, and Wall Balls. With official HYROX-standard penalties and electronic chip timing, the event challenges both individual and doubles athletes in Open and Pro divisions.