The 19th edition of the Ledechem BTT Trilho dos Moinhos will take place on February 22, 2026. This mountain bike event is designed as a relaxed ride rather than a race, focusing on friendship, exploration, and enjoying nature.
Set in Barcelos, the event offers participants a chance to start the year cycling through generous natural landscapes with a joyful atmosphere. It is ideal for those looking to share good times on two wheels without competitive pressure.
The Algarve Bike Challenge SOLO 2026 is a mountain bike endurance race taking place from February 27 to March 1, 2026, in Tavira, Portugal. This event consists of a prologue and two stages covering approximately 150 km across coastal, barrocal, and mountainous terrain of the Algarve region. It is open to all cyclists aged 19 and above, both federated and non-federated, with five age and gender categories for solo participants. The race requires competitors to navigate using GPS tracks provided by the organizers, highlighting the challenge of self-navigation on a route that is mostly off-road with trails and forest roads. The atmosphere is competitive with leader jerseys awarded per category. The event emphasizes endurance, self-sufficiency, and technical skill over varied and scenic terrain, with a night prologue and daytime stages. It does not allow e-bikes and has strict rules on safety equipment and conduct. While primarily an individual challenge, it is part of a larger organized series with team categories as well.
The 16th Edition Passeio/Marathon BTT “Já T’Agarro” is a mountain bike marathon event taking place on March 1, 2026, starting at Largo da Liberdade in Branca, Coruche, Santarém district.
The event offers two distances: a 70 km marathon and a 40 km half-marathon, open to all participants without the need for a sports license. The marathon requires GPS navigation, while the half-marathon is marked along the route.
This non-competitive event emphasizes tourism and culture, featuring routes on municipal roads, trails, and paths in the Branca parish, with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere including a pedestrian walk and a communal lunch.
The 15th Marathon “Rota do Casqueiro” is a mountain bike marathon event taking place on March 1, 2026, in Vila Nova de Santo André, Setúbal district, Portugal. It offers two routes: a competitive 70 km marathon with GPS support, and a more leisure-oriented 40 km half-marathon, both held simultaneously.
The event is open to licensed athletes and non-licensed participants, with the marathon reserved for riders aged 19 and above, and the half-marathon for those aged 14 to 75 years. The marathon is part of the Regional XCM Cup of the Setúbal Cycling Association, adding competitive value for federated cyclists.
The course features rural paths and trails through the municipalities of Santiago do Cacém and Grândola, showcasing the Alentejo region’s landscape and cultural heritage. The atmosphere promotes sport, regional tradition, and environmental awareness, making it appealing for all levels of mountain biking enthusiasts.
The Passeio de BTT organized by Associação Os Teimosos de Barbeita is a mountain bike event taking place on March 1, 2026, in Barbeita, Viseu. The ride starts at 09:00 from the Recinto das Festas de Barbeita.
The event features a 30 km route and is open to all participants who register in advance. The registration fee includes insurance, nutritional support, and access to showers. Participants must wear helmets and comply with safety and traffic regulations.
The Passeio BTT Pelos Trilhos da Raia is a guided mountain bike ride event set to take place on March 8, 2026, in Vila Verde de Ficalho, Beja. The event features a single 40 km route designed for cyclists to explore the scenic trails of the Raia region in a non-competitive format.
This event is open to all participants aged 16 and over, emphasizing sport promotion, social interaction, and discovery of the local landscape. The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly, with a focus on enjoyment rather than competition, making it ideal for cyclists of varied experience levels.
Unique elements include a guided route through the beautiful Beja district trails, strategic aid stations along the way, and a convivial lunch gathering after the ride, fostering a communal and festive spirit among participants.
The 4th Resistência BTT Trilhos da Lagoa de Óbidos is a mountain bike endurance race scheduled for March 8, 2026, in Óbidos, Portugal. This event offers a challenging and scenic ride along the trails surrounding the beautiful Óbidos Lagoon, making it a must for mountain biking enthusiasts.
The race is open to all participants, providing an inclusive atmosphere for amateurs and experienced riders alike. The unique landscape of lagoon trails and natural surroundings creates an inspiring setting that sets this event apart from other mountain bike competitions.
With a festive and community-oriented vibe, the event also encourages team participation and camaraderie among cyclists, enhancing the overall experience beyond just the competition.
The 18º Passeio de BTT – Por Vales e Montes da Charneca Gloriana is a mountain bike race taking place on March 8, 2026, in Glória do Ribatejo, in the municipality of Salvaterra de Magos. It offers two challenging distances: a 50 km marathon and a 30 km half-marathon, both with timing and open to all cyclists aged 18 and above. Participants under 18 may join with parental authorization.
The event features timed routes through rural paths and trails in the scenic areas of Glória do Ribatejo and Granho, marked with directional signs and hazard warnings. It combines a competitive atmosphere with an inclusive spirit, awarding trophies to top overall finishers and age group winners in both male and female categories. There is also a category for e-bikes, with separate classification for the top three.
The race fosters camaraderie with a festive post-race lunch and offers facilities such as showers and bike washing at the municipal pavilion, creating a welcoming environment for riders of all levels.
The 17th Maratona BTT LAZER ARCC is a mountain bike marathon event taking place on March 8, 2026, in Oliveira do Hospital, Coimbra. It offers two routes: a Half Marathon of 25 km and a Marathon of 45 km, both on rural paths and trails suitable for mountain biking.
The event is open to participants of all genders, with minors requiring a signed responsibility waiver. It is a non-competitive event without official rankings, but statistical timing is recorded separately for male and female categories. There is also a dedicated E-Bike category for the 45 km route.
The course features natural rural landscapes with some sections on national and municipal roads, with safety ensured by organizational signage and marshals. The atmosphere is focused on adventure and respect for nature, with environmental care emphasized.
The Raid Templários BTT is a mountain bike event taking place on March 8, 2026, in Tomar, Santarém. It offers two race formats: the Mini Raid of 35 km with 750 meters of elevation gain and medium physical and technical difficulty, and the Raid of 55 km with 1300 meters of elevation gain and medium/high physical difficulty.
The event is open to all mountain bike practitioners aged 12 and above for the Mini Raid and 18 and above for the Raid, with required responsibility terms for minors. E-bikes are allowed but not included in the official classification. The race routes showcase the best trails of Tomar, mostly on unpaved forest roads and paths, with marked tracks and control points.
The atmosphere is competitive with classifications by age categories and gender, including special categories for singlespeed and fatbike bikes. The event also features a convivial lunch and podium ceremonies, making it a well-organized and engaging mountain biking challenge.