6th Sanguedo Mountain Bike Resistance

The Racenature E-Bikes is a three-day mountain bike event exclusively for electric bikes, taking place on May 1, 2, and 3, 2026, in Paredes de Coura, Portugal. The race consists of three stages with timed special tests (PECs) and GPS navigation, offering a unique adventure combining nature and active tourism.

Distances for each stage are approximately 57.3 km with 1723 m elevation gain, 65.8 km with 1920 m elevation gain, and 45.3 km with 1212 m elevation gain. The event is open to all cyclists aged 18 and over, federated or not, and follows the regulations of the Portuguese Cycling Federation as an open race.

Participants enjoy panoramic routes, natural trails, and rural paths with a premium organization, including support and safety measures, making it a challenging yet enjoyable experience for e-bike enthusiasts.

The III Rota da Primavera is a mountain bike marathon event taking place on May 1, 2026, in Vila Praia de Âncora, Portugal. It offers three race options: a 70 km marathon, a 35 km half marathon, and an E-Bike race, all featuring challenging terrain and significant elevation gain.

Open to all riders aged 18 and over (16+ for the half marathon with parental consent), the event is designed for mountain biking enthusiasts seeking adventure and diverse trails. The race combines adrenaline, natural beauty, and the true essence of mountain biking in a festive atmosphere.

All race services, including start, finish, registration, showers, bike wash, and lunch, are conveniently located within 200 meters of the Vila Praia de Âncora Municipal Pools, making logistics easy for participants and supporters.

The UCVNF Cycling Training Championship is a cycling event for children aged 2 to 16, taking place from May to September 2026 in Jesufrei, Avidos, and Vila Nova de Famalicão, Portugal. It consists of three races on different terrains: a mostly dirt BTT/XCO circuit in Jesufrei, an asphalt road circuit in Avidos, and a mixed urban race in Vila Nova de Famalicão’s Devesa park.

The championship is open to all children who enjoy and are capable of riding a bicycle, with categories from Sub-5 to Sub-17 according to age. It aims to promote cycling as a sport and healthy activity for young people, offering varied experiences across different terrains to help children develop skills and discover their preferences.

Each race awards medals to the top three boys and girls per category, with trophies for the top three overall scorers after all three races and participation diplomas for those completing the full championship.

The São Jorge de Ponta a Ponta is an ultra trail running and multi-discipline event taking place on May 2, 2026, on the island of São Jorge in the Azores. It features a longitudinal crossing of the island from west to east, offering a unique challenge in a stunning natural setting.

Distances include Ultra Trail 80K, Ultra Marathon 64K, Marathon 30K, Trail Run 45K, Ultra Walk 64K, Walk 30K, MTB 90K, and a 2x32K relay. There is also a Trail Run Kids 1.5K for children. The event is open to individual participants and teams, attracting athletes from the Azores and beyond.

The race showcases incredible landscapes in the heart of the Azores, combining personal challenge with the beauty of the island’s terrain. It is organized by Aventour Azores Adventures with support from various sponsors and entities.