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21 Races

The IV Gião Bike Challenge by AJ Carvalho 2026 is a mountain bike race taking place on April 4, 2026, in Gião, Vila do Conde, Portugal. It offers two challenging distances: the Gião Extreme Challenge of approximately 140 km with around 3500 meters of elevation gain and a time limit of 13 hours, and the Gião Race Challenge of approximately 70 km with about 1800 meters of elevation gain and an 8-hour time limit. Both routes are navigated exclusively by GPS, making the race a true test of navigation skills and endurance.
This event is open to individuals and pairs aged 18 and above, emphasizing personal autonomy and preparedness. The race features a rugged terrain mainly consisting of trails, paths, and unpaved roads, crossing public roads and rural properties, which requires attention and respect for safety rules. The race has a competitive spirit with various categories including elite, age groups, e-bikes, and teams, with awards for top finishers in each category. The atmosphere combines extreme endurance sport with a convivial final gathering, embracing technology and adventure.
In parallel, there is a solidarity walk of about 8 km and a bike gincana for children, making the event inclusive for families and different participant profiles. The race’s use of GPS tracking instead of physical markings enhances safety and the challenge, distinguishing it as an innovative endurance mountain bike event.
The 3rd Resistência Urbana Noturna Ribeirense is a mountain bike endurance race taking place on April 4, 2026, in Porto de Mós, Leiria. The event features a closed circuit of approximately 4.5 km per lap, with race durations of 2 and 3 hours, including a category for e-bikes.
Open to the general public without the need for a cycling federation license, the race accepts minors with a signed responsibility term, though under-18 athletes may only compete in the 2-hour race. The event promotes cultural and sporting tourism in Porto de Mós and encourages youth participation in cycling.
Participants compete individually across multiple age categories for men, women, and e-bikes, with trophies awarded to top finishers and teams. The race atmosphere combines competitive endurance cycling with community engagement and local cultural exposure.
The 18th Isabelinha BTT Afacycles is a mountain bike event taking place on April 4, 2026, in Viatodos, Barcelos. It features two distances: a 40 km technical course for experienced athletes and a 20 km family-friendly route for recreational cyclists.
The event welcomes participants aged 18 and over for the 40 km and 16 and over for the 20 km. It includes categories for male and female riders, e-bikes, and various age groups, with team awards as well. The race offers a festive atmosphere with a focus on leisure, culture, and tourism along rural trails in Barcelos.
Participants benefit from a new start format with boxes of 50 bikes for safety and flow, and the event includes prizes, finisher medals, and a post-race meal.
The 4th Stage – Resistência BTT Bela Bela is a mountain bike endurance race taking place on April 4, 2026, in Belazaima do Chão, Águeda, Portugal. The event features multiple race formats including solo rides of 1h30, 2h, and 3h durations, as well as team categories such as duplas, duplas business, triplas, and ebikes, plus a kids category.
This race is open to various categories including juniors, elites, masters, sub23, cadets, and kids, with some categories requiring federation membership. The course is set around the scenic Parque do Moinho do Vento, promising a challenging and dynamic mountain biking experience in a natural setting.
The event is organized by Bela Bela and is known for quality, organization, and memorable nature sports experiences, attracting a wide range of competitive and recreational riders.
The II BTT GPS – Cidade de Gandra – Rota do Românico – Ases dos Pedais is a mountain bike race taking place on April 5, 2026, in Gandra. This event offers a challenging route through the historic and scenic Romanesque Route.
The race is open to participants registered in the appropriate categories and is part of a series of cycling events organized by Ases dos Pedais. The course features varied terrain typical of the region, providing a unique experience for mountain biking enthusiasts.
The Celticus Gravel Festival takes place between April 10 and April 12, 2026, in Viana do Castelo, Portugal, with start and finish at Hotel FeelViana. Organized by FeelViana, this is a non-competitive gravel cycling event focused on adventure, autonomy, and exploration.
The event includes two route options (long and short), both following a shared segment. Participants navigate primarily using GPS, with full responsibility for route orientation, in a format that emphasizes personal challenge and the experience rather than competition.
The 11th Trilho dos Carreteiros is a non-competitive mountain bike and walking event taking place on April 11, 2026, at the Parque de Lazer da Vila de Roriz. The event features a 25 km mountain bike route of medium difficulty and a marked walking route through rural paths and cultural points of interest.
Open to all athletes without the need for a sports license, the event encourages a relaxed, social atmosphere focused on enjoyment and nature. Children under 18 may participate with written authorization and must be accompanied by a responsible adult. The mountain bike route is fully marked and includes technical trails and local roads, with safety and support measures in place.
The NGPS Rota Santa Cruz is a mountain bike leisure ride taking place on April 11, 2026, in Arcos de Valdevez. This event offers two routes: a long course of 62 km with 1798 meters of elevation gain and a shorter course of 45 km with 1363 meters of elevation gain.
Designed for amateur cyclists and mountain bike enthusiasts, the ride is non-competitive and fully autonomous, with navigation by GPS files and no course markings or support. Participants experience the natural landscapes and heritage of Arcos de Valdevez while respecting traffic rules and environmental care.
The event fosters a spirit of freedom, responsibility, and passion for mountain biking, emphasizing personal challenge and connection with the territory.
The II Troféu de Resistência BTT de Alenquer – Inter Freguesias is a mountain bike endurance race series held across multiple locations in Alenquer, Portugal, throughout 2026. The first race, Resistência CSRD Ota, takes place on April 11, 2026, in Ota.
The races feature 2-hour endurance formats on courses ranging from 4 to 7 km, primarily on dirt paths and single-tracks. The event is open to all athletes aged 16 and above, both federated and non-federated, without the need for a cycling license.
This series includes multiple categories for men and women, including age groups and e-bikes, and offers a competitive yet community-focused atmosphere with trophies awarded per race and overall classification.
“Pegadas em Família” is a non-competitive 5 km walking event taking place on April 11, 2026, in Abad, Pisão – Bajouca. The walk starts at 14:30 and follows trails and paths around Pisão.
The event is open to all participants prepared and equipped for the walk, with a registration limit of 100 people. The registration fee includes a light meal and a clay souvenir, making it a family-friendly and community-oriented activity.