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View eventOeiras Open Water Race 2026
The Oeiras Open Water Race 2026 is an open water swimming competition taking place on May 30, 2026, at Praia de Caxias in Oeiras, Portugal. The event offers three distances: 750 meters, 1,500 meters, and 3,000 meters, with an option to compete in all three distances through a special pack.
Participation is open to individuals and teams aged 15 and above. The race features staggered starts with groups of eight swimmers every 10 seconds, and mandatory use of a swim cap and timing chip provided by the organization. There is also a children’s race integrated into the Jogos de Oeiras.
The race course consists of laps starting and finishing on the beach, with the 3,000-meter race requiring two laps. The event is organized by Clube Olímpico de Oeiras with support from the Câmara Municipal de Oeiras and HMS Sports, promising a competitive and well-supported open water swimming experience in the Atlantic Ocean.
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View event5th Edition GREAT DESCENT 2026
The 5th Edition of the Grande Descida de Castelo Bode is a multi-stage open water swimming competition held on June 5-7, 2026, in Portugal. The event consists of six stages covering a total distance of approximately 50 km along the Castelo de Bode reservoir.
Participants can compete in one or multiple stages, or as part of a relay team of two swimmers. The race is open to swimmers aged 14 and older who hold a license from the Portuguese Swimming Federation or equivalent recognized by FINA. Each stage takes place at different river beach locations across the municipalities of Figueiró dos Vinhos, Vila de Rei, Ferreira do Zêzere, and Abrantes.
The event offers a competitive atmosphere with individual and relay classifications, monetary prizes for top finishers in each stage and overall, and commemorative awards for all participants. Support boats accompany swimmers for safety, and the race embraces the scenic natural water landscapes of the Castelo de Bode reservoir.
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View eventAlgarve 7th Open Water Swimming
The Algarve 7s Sports Festival 2026 features an Open Water Swimming race held on June 7, 2026, at Monte Gordo Beach in Algarve, Portugal. This event invites swimmers from around the world to compete in a unique race that combines competition, fun, and the stunning Atlantic coast scenery.
Participants can enjoy the challenge of open water swimming in crystal-clear waters with an endless horizon. The festival atmosphere includes parties on June 5, 6, and 7, creating a vibrant and celebratory environment for athletes and spectators alike.
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View event2nd Baixa d’Areia Beach Open Water Race
The 2nd Baixa d’Areia Open Water Race takes place on June 7, 2026, in Água de Pau, São Miguel (Azores). This competition is part of the XIX National Open Water Circuit 2025–2026, organized under the Portuguese Swimming Federation (FPN).
Held in the Atlantic Ocean, the race provides swimmers with the opportunity to compete in a sea environment while earning official ranking points for the National Circuit. The event is open to Open Water (AA) and Masters Open Water swimmers.
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View eventI GREAT PRIZE ZEUS
The ZEUS Open Water Grand Prix 2026 is a national and international open water swimming event taking place on June 10, 2026, at Praia Fluvial do Alqueidão (River Zêzere), Tomar, Portugal.
Organized by Sociedade Filarmónica Gualdim Pais (SFGP), the event offers multiple race distances designed for swimmers of different ages and performance levels.
Participants can compete in the following open water distances: 500 m, 1,500 m, 1,500 m (wetsuit category), 3,000 m, and 25 km ultramarathon.
The 25 km race connects Dornes (Ferreira do Zêzere) to Praia Fluvial do Alqueidão (Tomar), while the remaining distances are held in circuit format at Praia Fluvial do Alqueidão.
The event is open to national and international swimmers of both genders, starting from 10 years of age (depending on distance).
Start Times:
• 07:30 – 25 km
• 11:00 – 500 m
• 11:30 – 3,000 m
• 11:45 – 1,500 m (wetsuit)
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View event22nd Sines Bay Open Water Race
The 22nd Sines Bay Open Water Race takes place on June 14, 2026, at Praia Vasco da Gama, in Sines. This event is part of the XIX National Open Water Circuit 2025–2026, under the Portuguese Swimming Federation (FPN).
Held in the Atlantic Ocean, the competition features a 3000m official Circuit race for Open Water (AA) and Masters AA swimmers, alongside 1000m and 400m promotional distances. The race contributes to the national ranking and offers athletes the opportunity to compete in sea conditions along the Alentejo coast.
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View eventJBSL Open Water Swimming Event
The Joaquim Bernardo de Sousa Lobo Sea Swimming Race takes place on June 21, 2026, in Nazaré, Portugal. Founded in 1958, this is one of the most historic and emblematic open water swimming events in the country.
The race is held in the Atlantic Ocean and follows an “out-and-back” course of approximately 1.8 km, combining physical challenge with strong cultural and maritime heritage. The event promotes ocean awareness, community identity, and inclusive participation, welcoming both federated and non-federated swimmers, including neurodivergent athletes.
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View eventOpen and National Summer Championship of Open Water - 5km and 3km knockout
The Open and National Summer Championship of Open Water Swimming will take place in Sertã on June 27, 2026. This event features 5 km and 3 km knockout races.
The championship awards titles for various age categories including AA14/15, AA16/17, AA18/19, AA20+, and Absolutes, as well as a team championship based on accumulated results from both competitions.
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View eventCrossing the Ria Swimming
The 17th edition of the Travessia da Ria a Nado, an open water swimming race, will take place on June 28, 2026, at Costa Nova, Portugal. This event is organized by the Câmara Municipal de Ílhavo and is part of the Ílhavo Youth Week.
The race offers a unique opportunity to swim across the Ria in a scenic coastal setting. It attracts swimmers of various levels, contributing to a festive and community-oriented atmosphere.
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Global Ocean Cascais 2026
The Global Ocean Cascais 2026 is a swimming race event taking place on July 4, 2026, in Cascais, Portugal. It offers multiple distances including 300m, 1,500m, 3,000m, and a relay format of 4x300m.
The event is open for registration until June 15, 2026, and features electronic timing for accurate results. The start and finish are located at Baía de Cascais (Praia da Ribeira), providing a scenic coastal setting for participants.
The race schedule is organized with staggered start times and briefings for each distance, creating a well-structured and engaging competition atmosphere.
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