The 8th Rota do Vascão BTT event is a non-competitive mountain bike ride taking place on April 19, 2026, in Ameixial, Faro. It offers two route options of 30 km and 50 km, primarily along rural paths and dirt trails near the Ribeira do Vascão.

Open to participants aged over 15 years, with those under 18 requiring parental authorization. The event emphasizes leisure and enjoyment of the natural surroundings rather than competition, although prizes are awarded in various age and gender categories as well as for e-bike participants.

Participants will experience scenic rural landscapes in the parishes of Ameixial and Santa Cruz, with a relaxed atmosphere supported by organized aid stations and safety measures.

The I Raid BTT Braguinhas – A Pedro Braga is a leisure active mountain bike raid taking place on April 26, 2026, starting at 9:30 AM near the football field of Padim da Graça in Braga, Portugal. The event features a single 45 km open circuit route through forest trails and rural paths across the Braga and Barcelos municipalities.

This race is open to all athletes aged 17 and above without the need for a sports license, promoting group spirit, mutual help, social interaction, and healthy sports practice. It includes categories for elite men and women, masters, sub-23, and e-bike riders, making it accessible to a wide range of participants.

The event offers a festive and supportive atmosphere focused on enjoyment and community, with food and drink provided along the route and at the finish line, as well as additional services like bike washing and hot showers.

The II Troféu de Resistência BTT de Alenquer – Inter Freguesias is a mountain bike endurance race series held in various locations within the Alenquer municipality throughout 2026. The event includes multiple races from April to October, with the second race taking place on May 3, 2026, in Paúla.

The races feature 2-hour endurance formats on courses ranging from 4 to 7 km, primarily on dirt paths and single-tracks. The competition is open to all athletes aged 16 and above, both federated and non-federated, without the need for a cycling federation license.

Categories include male and female divisions across several age groups and an E-Bikes category. The event fosters community involvement through partnerships with local parishes and associations, creating a competitive yet inclusive atmosphere.

The II Passeio BTT – Por Trilhos da Pedra Aguda is a non-competitive mountain bike event taking place on May 3, 2026, in Peraboa, Covilhã, Castelo Branco. It offers two routes: a 20 km low difficulty course and a 55 km medium/high difficulty course.

The event is open to participants aged 14 and older, with a requirement for parental authorization for those under 18. Although non-competitive, finishers receive a medal, and participant times and order of arrival are recorded.

The ride features rural trails, public roads, and national and municipal roads, with support vehicles and multiple aid stations along the routes. The atmosphere is recreational and inclusive, suitable for mountain biking enthusiasts.