1st MTB Route of the Lost Trails
Event summary
The 1st BTT Rota dos Trilhos Perdidos is a mountain bike marathon event taking place on March 29, 2026, in Fermelã, Estarreja, Portugal. The main race covers a 36 km route, with a parallel 8 km walking event for companions.
Open to all participants aged over 18, the event is non-competitive and limited to 300 participants to ensure quality and safety. It combines sport with community and family atmosphere, promoting local culture and gastronomy.
The course features diverse terrain including rural paths, forest areas, and traditional trails, offering a safe and attractive environment for mountain biking and walking.
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Start/finish locations: Rua da Barroca, in front of ACADOF headquarters, União de Freguesias de Canelas e Fermelã, Estarreja, Aveiro
Start times per category/distance:
• BTT 36 km: 09:00
• Walking 8 km: 09:30
Cut-off times: 13:00 (all participants must finish by this time)
Bib pick-up time and location:
• March 28, 15:00–19:00
• March 29, 07:00–08:30
• Location: ACADOF headquarters, Rua da Barroca, nº24, Fermelã
Participants limit: 300 for BTT
Registration deadline: March 22, 2026
Surface types: Public roads, off-road trails, rural paths, forest areas, traditional trails
Course format: Single route with mixed terrain
Race routes:
• BTT: approx. 36 km, medium/low physical and technical difficulty
• Walking: approx. 8 km, low difficulty
Timing method: Electronic chip timing; chip must be returned after race or 80€ fine applies
Toilets and aid station placement: One liquid aid station (water) and one solid and liquid aid station on course
Prizes: Participation souvenirs awarded by order of arrival in categories: male general, elites (18-29), master A (30-39), master B (40-49), master C (50-59), master 60+; female general; e-bike male and female general; groups general
Location
get directionsRaces
Walk 8 km
Walk 8 km With lunch
MTB 36 km
MTB 36 km With lunch
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: participation includes insurance, participation souvenir, and optional food and drink refreshment
🏅 Finisher prize: participation souvenirs according to category arrival order
⏱️ Timing + live results by category with electronic chip timing
🛟 Safety support: medical support with ambulance during course, start and finish
🛡️ Insurance: civil liability insurance included
🥤 Aid stations: one liquid station and one solid and liquid station on course
🚿 Showers and bike washing area available
🧳 Drop-bag/gear transport: bike washing zone provided
🏆 Trophies or podium awards: participation souvenirs by category
