MessengerBTT Earth and Sea
Event summary
The 2nd Passeio BTT Terra e Mar is a mountain bike event taking place on May 31, 2026, in Peniche, Leiria. The route covers approximately 45 km through trails, rural paths, public roads, and municipal streets of the Peniche municipality, offering a medium physical and technical difficulty.
This event is open to all mountain bike enthusiasts aged 16 and above without any competitive classification or timing, focusing on leisure, socializing, and promoting physical activity in a friendly atmosphere. Participants will experience unique points of interest around Peniche, supported by a guided motorcycle escort to maintain pace and safety.
Alongside the cycling experience, the event emphasizes local cultural and gastronomic promotion, with a solid and liquid aid station and an optional paid lunch, making it suitable for all levels and fostering a community spirit rather than competition.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Participants aged 16 years and older
Start/finish locations: Start and finish in Peniche
Start times per category/distance: Single start at 09:00 on May 31, 2026
Cut-off times: Event concludes by 14:00 on May 31, 2026
Bib pick-up time and location:
• May 27 to 30 at Sbikeshop, Rua das Cercas n7, Atouguia da Baleia
• May 30, 14:00–17:00, location to be announced
• May 31, 07:00–08:30, location to be announced
Participant limit: 450 registrations maximum
Registration deadline: May 15, 2026
Surface types: Trails, rural paths, public roads, and municipal streets
Course format: Single approximately 45 km route with marked trails and signage
Race routes: Includes visits to points of interest in Peniche municipality
Toilets and aid station placement: At least one aid station with solid and liquid refreshments along the route
Prizes: No podiums or prizes; participation gifts, exclusive bib, personal accident and liability insurance, bike wash, hot showers, and optional paid lunch provided
Location
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BTT 45 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: exclusive participation bib
🏅 Finisher prize: participation gifts
🛟 Safety support: guided motorcycle escort, emergency contact numbers (SOS) provided
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident and liability insurance included
🥤 Aid stations: at least one station with solid and liquid refreshments
🚿 Showers, changing rooms, and bike washing facilities available
🧖 Optional paid lunch including typical local dishes (drinks, vegetable soup, grilled sardines, feijoada, dessert)
