MTB ECO ROTA DO AVE - GPS

  • Sat, October 10, 2026
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Event summary

The BTT Eco Rota do Ave – GPS is a non-competitive mountain bike event taking place on October 10, 2026, in Guimarães, Portugal. It offers two route options: a 55 km course with 1000 meters of elevation gain and an 85 km course with 1900 meters of elevation gain, both featuring medium to medium-high technical and physical difficulty.

Open to participants aged 16 and older (with written authorization required for minors on the shorter route), the event emphasizes leisure, autonomy, and sustainability. Riders navigate independently using GPS, enjoying the natural landscapes along the Ave River and its tributaries, with a focus on environmental awareness and low-impact organization.

Starting and finishing at the Laboratório da Paisagem in Creixomil, Guimarães, the event promotes a connection between sport, nature, and green mobility, aligning with Guimarães’ candidacy as European Green Capital 2026.

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Start/finish locations: Laboratório da Paisagem – Creixomil, Guimarães

Start times per category/distance: October 10, 2026, from 07:30 to 09:00

Cut-off times: Participants must finish by 18:00

Bib pick-up time and location: October 10, 2026, from 07:30 to 09:00 at the event secretariat

Participants limit: 500

Registration deadline: October 3, 2026, 23:59

Surface types: Rural trails, forest paths, and public roads open to traffic

Course format: Autonomous navigation by GPS, non-competitive, self-paced

Race routes:
• Short route: approximately 55 km with 1000 m elevation gain
• Long route: approximately 85 km with 1900 m elevation gain

Prizes: Personalized bib (if registered by October 4), finisher gift, event socks, final snack, photo registration, bike wash point, shower


Guimarães, Braga

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Benefits

🎽 Athlete kit: personalized bib (for registrations paid by October 4), event socks
🏅 Finisher prize: finisher gift
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident and liability insurance included in registration fee
🥤 Aid stations: final snack provided
🚿 Showers available
📸 Photo registration included
🧳 Bike wash point available


FAQ

How do I register for the event?

Registration is done online via https://sinctime.com/evento/505. Payment must be made within 72 hours to validate the registration.

Can minors participate?

Participants aged 16 and older can participate with written authorization for the shorter route. The authorization form must be sent to challengegmr@gmail.com.

What is the event date and start time?

The event takes place on October 10, 2026, with start times from 07:30 to 09:00 at Laboratório da Paisagem in Creixomil, Guimarães.

Is the event competitive and timed?

No, the event is non-competitive and not timed. Participants navigate autonomously using GPS.

What equipment is recommended?

Mandatory equipment includes a mobile phone with sufficient battery and a helmet. Recommended items include a survival blanket, whistle, windbreaker or raincoat, hydration reservoir, GPS, food, water, and basic repair tools.

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