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The Granfondo Serra da Estrela returns for its 11th edition on June 28, 2026, offering one of the most breathtaking cycling adventures in Portugal. Starting and finishing in Seia, this is a non-competitive cycling event that captures the essence of endurance, passion, and natural beauty.
Participants can choose between the Granfondo and Mediofondo distances, each featuring chip-timed segments that reward consistency and effort, not speed. The challenge? Climbing into the heart of the Serra da Estrela Natural Park, Portugal’s highest mountain range. 🌲⛰️
Open to all riders aged 17 and up — whether federated or not — the event is run under UCI and Portuguese Federation Open Race rules. Expect a powerful mix of personal challenge, camaraderie, and the unforgettable experience of riding through pristine alpine terrain.
Whether you’re a seasoned climber or a determined enthusiast, this is your invitation to ride above the clouds. 🌤️
The HELL160-Shadows and Dust is an ultra-endurance trail running event taking place on July 3-5, 2026, in A do Pinto, Serpa, Beja, Portugal. This race features demanding distances of approximately 164.62 km for the HELL160 and 104 km for the HELL100, offering various competition formats including solo, duos, teams, relays, and a bike category.
The race welcomes athletes aged 18 and above, requiring no license but a medical certificate and signed responsibility term. The courses are circular and follow the GR15 trail and left bank of the Guadiana River, passing through a mix of estradões, paved segments, and montado trails with significant elevation gain and loss, making it a challenging and scenic endurance experience.
The event is more than just a race; it is a tribute to the people of Alentejo and the spirit of ultra-resilience. The atmosphere blends cultural festivities, including a gastronomic and musical festival, with the competitive spirit of ultra-endurance athletics, fostering a unique and inspiring environment for participants and spectators alike.
The NGPS Rota de Basto is a non-competitive mountain bike tour taking place on July 4, 2026, in Ribeira de Pena, Portugal. Participants navigate the route independently using GPS files provided by the organizers, with no on-course markings or support.
The event offers two route options: a long course of approximately 60 km and a shorter course of about 45 km. It is open to amateur cyclists and enthusiasts, emphasizing autonomy, personal challenge, and the enjoyment of cycling through diverse landscapes including valleys, mountains, and traditional villages.
The atmosphere is relaxed and focused on exploration, with no competitive element, and participants must comply with traffic rules and safety regulations throughout the ride.
The EPX – Extreme Peneda-Xurés 2026 is a mountain bike event taking place on July 4, 2026, starting and finishing in Arcos de Valdevez, Portugal. It offers three autonomous GPS-guided routes: Black Wolf (199 km, 5200 m elevation), White Wolf (168 km, 3900 m elevation), and Green Wolf (124 km, 3300 m elevation).
Open to participants aged 19 and over, the event emphasizes physical and mental challenge, resilience, and respect for nature, with no competitive character. The course crosses five mountain ranges in Portugal and Spain, including protected natural parks, providing a unique experience in diverse and demanding terrain.
Participants have 19 hours to complete their chosen route, with strict time barriers and safety rules. The event fosters solidarity and self-sufficiency, with no external support allowed except for aid from locals or fellow participants.
GRAVEL MONTIJO 2026 is a two-stage gravel cycling event taking place on July 4 and 5, 2026, in Montijo, Portugal. The event features two stages with distances of 134.7 km and 94.04 km, with elevation gains of 973 m and 683 m respectively.
The race is open to all cyclists aged 19 and over, whether federated or not, with options to participate in one or both stages. It follows the regulations of the Portuguese Cycling Federation as an Open Race.
Participants can compete in various age categories including elite, masters, and paracycling, with classifications by category and overall. The event offers a competitive yet inclusive atmosphere with podium ceremonies and special awards.
The X Passeio de BTT Rumo ao Bom Despacho is a mountain bike event taking place on July 5, 2026, in Maia, Portugal. The event offers two routes: approximately 35 km with medium/low difficulty and approximately 55 km with medium/high difficulty, the latter requiring GPS navigation.
Open to participants aged 16 and over, the event is organized by the Comissão de Festas da Maia, Maiativa, and Câmara Municipal da Maia. The routes include trails, rural and municipal roads, and public and private paths within the municipality, with assistance zones providing food and hydration.
The event features a community atmosphere with logistical support including marked routes, safety vehicles, and control points, making it suitable for mountain biking enthusiasts looking for a well-supported ride through varied terrain.
The Granfondo 5 Quinas is a cycling event scheduled for Sunday, July 5, 2026, starting at 09:00 in Largo da Fonte, Sabugal, Guarda. It offers two main routes: Mediofondo and Granfondo.
The race is open to federated athletes and others, with a registration fee of €25 or €20 for federated participants. The event includes a meal option for participants who select it.
The Sharish Maratona BTT Piranhas do Alqueva is a mountain bike marathon event taking place on July 5, 2026, in Reguengos de Monsaraz, Évora. It features two race distances: a 70 km marathon with medium technical and physical difficulty, and a 50 km half-marathon with low technical and physical difficulty.
The event is part of the Alentejo BTT 4Marathon Series, offering cumulative rankings and prizes across multiple races in the series. It welcomes male and female athletes aged 15 and above (18+ for the marathon), including categories for E-Bikes.
The race routes are well-marked and supported with aid stations, mechanical assistance, and safety personnel, ensuring a secure and organized competition in the scenic Alentejo region.
The Intermunicipal Cup 3H MTB Endurance is a mountain bike endurance race series held in 2026 across six events in various municipalities including Loures, Alenquer, Mafra, Oeiras, Amadora, and Lisbon. The Loures event is scheduled for July 11, 2026, at 15:00 in Póvoa Santa Iria, Lisbon.
The race features a 3-hour endurance format with circuits approximately 4 to 7 km long for the main event and shorter circuits for juvenile categories, ranging from 500 meters for the youngest to up to 3 km for older youth categories. The competition is open to licensed and non-licensed riders aged 5 and above, with multiple age and gender categories, including e-Bikes.
The event is part of a competitive amateur series with point classifications and prizes for top finishers. Juvenile races occur on the same day as the endurance races, with specific start times and distances. The race atmosphere is competitive and structured, with safety and fair play emphasized.
The Vila do Conde Peneda Gerês Extreme is a mountain bike adventure race taking place on July 10, 11, and 12, 2026. The event covers approximately 300 km with 8000 meters of elevation gain, starting in Vila do Conde and finishing back there after three stages.
Open to all cyclists aged 19 and over, whether federated or not, participants can compete solo or in pairs. The race requires GPS navigation and includes both motorized and non-motorized mountain bikes, though motorized bikes do not count for classification.
The race is part of the Portuguese Cycling Federation regulations as an open event and offers a challenging route through rural paths, mountain trails, and public roads within the Peneda-Gerês National Park, combining endurance and navigation skills.