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Event summary
GRAVEL MONTIJO 2026 is a two-stage gravel cycling event taking place on July 4 and 5, 2026, in Montijo, Portugal. The event features two stages with distances of 134.7 km and 94.04 km, with elevation gains of 973 m and 683 m respectively.
The race is open to all cyclists aged 19 and over, whether federated or not, with options to participate in one or both stages. It follows the regulations of the Portuguese Cycling Federation as an Open Race.
Participants can compete in various age categories including elite, masters, and paracycling, with classifications by category and overall. The event offers a competitive yet inclusive atmosphere with podium ceremonies and special awards.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Male Elites (19-29 years)
• Male Masters A (30-39 years)
• Male Masters B (40-49 years)
• Male Masters C (50-59 years)
• Male Masters D (60-69 years)
• Male Masters E (70-79 years)
• Male Paracycling
• Female Elites (19-29 years)
• Female Masters A (30-39 years)
• Female Masters B (40-49 years)
• Female Masters C (50-59 years)
• Female Masters D (60+ years)
• Female Paracycling
• General Male (1 stage participation)
• General Female (1 stage participation)
Start/finish locations: Montijo
Start times per category/distance: 9:00 AM both days
Bib pick-up time and location:
• July 4, 2026, 07:30–08:30
• July 5, 2026, 07:30–08:30
• Location: Montijo (exact location to be defined)
Participants limit: 1000
Registration deadline: June 30, 2026, 23:59 or until limit reached
Surface types: Gravel cycling on open roads
Course format: Two stages
Race routes:
• Stage 1 (July 4): 134.7 km, 973 m elevation gain
• Stage 2 (July 5): 94.04 km, 683 m elevation gain
Timing method: Electronic chip timing
Toilets and aid station placement: Liquid and solid aid stations along the course
Prizes:
• Trophies for top 3 overall male and female (1 stage)
• Trophies for top 3 overall male and female per stage (2 stages)
• Leader jerseys by category
• Special award for best humor and fair play
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Gravel 1 stage Federated
Gravel 1 stage Non federated
Gravel 2 stages Federated
Gravel 2 stages Non federated
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: personalized bib with name (if registered by June 15, 2026)
🏅 Finisher prize: medal
⏱️ Timing + electronic chip classification
🛟 Safety support: first aid and medical assistance
🥤 Aid stations: liquid and solid refreshments during the event
🧳 Assistance mechanical support (labor only, parts not included)
📸 1 to 2 photos per athlete available on official Facebook page
🥗 Lunch reinforcement after the race
📜 Digital finisher diploma
🛡️ Personal accident insurance included for non-federated athletes (with deductible)
