2nd Resistência Augusto Manuel Carneiro Pereira

The Resistência BTT Alcanena 2026 is a mountain bike endurance race taking place on September 5, 2026, in Alcanena, Santarém, Portugal. The event offers two race formats: a 2-hour and a 3-hour endurance race, both sharing the same mixed urban and off-road circuit.

Open to all mountain bike practitioners aged 12 and above, the race is part of the 2026 Troféu BTT Ribatejo Norte series, with the 2-hour race classified as a sprint and the 3-hour race as a marathon format. The course runs through the historic center and outskirts of Alcanena, featuring streets, squares, cobblestones, and dirt paths, providing a varied and challenging terrain.

The event fosters a competitive yet inclusive atmosphere with multiple categories including E-Bike and Gravel bikes, and awards for various age groups and genders. Participants also enjoy amenities such as liquid refreshments, post-race dinner, and bike washing facilities.

The 2nd BTT dos SaCanas is a non-competitive mountain bike event taking place on September 6, 2026, starting at 09:00 in Canas de Senhorim, Viseu. It offers two route options: a main 50 km trail with medium difficulty and a 20 km mini trail with low difficulty, suitable for a wide range of participants aged 10 and above.

Open to all participants without physical limitations, including minors with parental authorization, the event emphasizes a recreational and convivial atmosphere rather than competition. Participants will enjoy scenic trails through rural paths and municipal roads in the municipalities of Nelas and Carregal do Sal.

After the ride, a communal lunch is available for an additional fee, and all participants receive a finisher medal. Technical t-shirts can be purchased during registration, enhancing the event experience.

The Maratona BTT da Póvoa 2026 is a mountain bike marathon event taking place on September 6, 2026, in Póvoa de Varzim, Portugal. It features two race distances: a 70 km Marathon and a 45 km Half Marathon.

This amateur competitive event is open to riders aged 17 and older, with juniors (17-18 years) required to participate in the Half Marathon. The race is organized under the regulations of the Portuguese Cycling Federation and follows the Highway Code.

Participants will experience a challenging course with mandatory helmet use, timed by electronic chip, and supported by medical and mechanical assistance. The event offers trophies for top finishers in multiple categories including elite, masters, and e-bikes, with a special prize for the largest team.

The XX Passeio BTT “Pelos Trilhos de Mombeja” is a mountain bike event scheduled for Sunday, September 6, 2026, in Mombeja, Beja. The event starts at 09:00 and offers routes including Half Marathon, Marathon, and Marathon E-Bikes.

It is open to various age categories and includes both male and female participants as well as E-Bike categories. The event accommodates up to 250 participants, providing a competitive yet inclusive atmosphere for mountain biking enthusiasts.