XII BTT Ride Trails of the Land of Bread

The 5th Rota das Minas is a mountain bike raid event taking place on April 12, 2026, in Serro Ventoso, Porto de Mós, Portugal. It features two race distances: a Mini RAID of approximately 30 km with 750 m elevation gain and a RAID of approximately 52 km with 1400 m elevation gain.

The event is part of the Troféu BTT Porto de Mós 2026 and is open to all participants who register and pay the entry fee. There is a specific category for e-bikes in the RAID distance. The race course is marked and includes open road sections where riders must respect traffic rules.

The race atmosphere promotes respect for nature and fair play, with a focus on self-sufficiency and safety. The event includes a prize ceremony and a post-race lunch, making it a well-organized competition for mountain bike enthusiasts.

The 20th Edition “Pelas Abas da Geada” is a mountain bike endurance event taking place on April 12, 2026, in Santa Catarina da Fonte do Bispo, Tavira, Faro. It offers two routes of approximately 35 km and 60 km, with medium to medium/high difficulty levels.

Open to participants aged 15 and older with mountain bikes, including Fat Bikes and Electric bikes. The event includes official timing and rankings for conventional mountain bikes and awards for the top three finishers in various male, female, and e-bike categories.

The course runs through trails, rural paths, public roads, and municipal streets, with marked routes and aid stations. The event atmosphere includes a post-ride lunch and celebration with prize giveaways.

The 15th BTT Ride “Por trilhos Saloios” will take place on April 12, 2026, starting and finishing at the Associação Recreativa de Carcavelos de Lousa in Lisbon. This mountain bike event offers three route options of 20 km, 40 km, and 55 km, all sharing the same trails through the municipalities of Loures and Mafra.

The event is open to participants of all genders, with minors under 14 required to be accompanied by a responsible adult. The ride promotes the development of mountain biking and supports the Associação Recreativa de Carcavelos de Lousa through fundraising.

The atmosphere is recreational with no competitive classification, focusing on enjoyment and community participation. The event includes logistical support such as solid and liquid refreshments, technical assistance, showers, and bike washing facilities.

The Eurobec Granfondo is a competitive amateur cycling event taking place on Sunday, April 12, 2026, starting and finishing in Badajoz, Spain. The race offers three distances: Granfondo (150 km), Mediofondo (100 km), and Minifondo (60 km), catering to cyclists aged 15 and above, with certain age restrictions based on distance.

This open event welcomes both licensed and non-licensed participants, with a maximum of 1500 riders allowed across all distances. The course is mostly flat and runs through the Eurocity region connecting Badajoz, Elvas, and Campo Maior, showcasing a unique blend of Spanish and Portuguese cultural landscapes and historic towns such as Olivença and São Domingos de Gusmão.

With its approachable terrain and vibrant route passing through significant heritage sites, the Eurobec Granfondo offers a festive atmosphere for cyclists of different levels to experience the rich patrimonial, cultural, and natural resources of the region. The event includes professional timing, mechanical assistance, and a finisher’s kit, making it a memorable cycling adventure.