ULTRAMARATHON TORRES VEDRAS

Gerês Granfondo 2026 is an amateur competitive cycling event taking place on June 7, 2026, in Gerês, Terras de Bouro, Portugal. The race offers three distances: Granfondo (131 km), Mediofondo (90 km), and Minifondo (54 km), all starting and finishing in Gerês.

The event is open to cyclists aged 15 and older, with specific age restrictions for certain distances and mandatory helmet use. It is limited to 1500 participants and follows the regulations of the Portuguese Cycling Federation and the Highway Code.

Participants can enjoy a well-organized race with mechanical and medical support, electronic timing, and a festive atmosphere including finisher medals and podium awards for various categories.

The XII Maratona de Olhas is a marathon cycling event scheduled for Sunday, June 7, 2026, in Olhas, Beja. The event includes marathon and half marathon distances, as well as a category for E-Bikes.

Registration is open with a fee of €15.00, and the event welcomes participants across various age categories, including juniors, elites, and masters. The race offers a competitive atmosphere with multiple categories for men and women, including E-Bikes.

The 12th Passeio BTT “Trilhos Saloios” is a non-competitive mountain bike event taking place on June 7, 2026, in Manjoeira, Loures, Lisbon. The event features a single route of approximately 30 km through rural paths and trails in the region and adjacent areas.

Open to all participants aged 16 and over, with no physical limitations preventing sports practice. Minors under 18 must present written authorization from parents or guardians. The event is organized by Sociedade Recreativa da Manjoeira and the Manjoeira Bikers group, aiming to promote local engagement and gastronomy.

The atmosphere is amateur and recreational, focusing on community involvement rather than competition. Participants are required to wear helmets and follow safety and environmental rules throughout the route.

The Rota de Lafões BTT is a mountain biking event taking place on June 7, 2026, in Oliveira de Frades, Viseu. It offers challenging routes for enthusiasts with two main race distances: a 25 km half marathon and a 50 km marathon, both starting and finishing at the same location. Additionally, there is a non-competitive 15-20 km ecotourism cycling route along the Vouga ecopista, and a 10 km walking option.

This event is open to all riders aged 15 to 75 years and includes categories for electric bikes as well. The courses feature rural and forest paths, singletracks, and roads open to traffic, demanding medium to high technical and physical effort. Participants will enjoy beautiful landscapes unique to the Oliveira de Frades area, with well-marked trails and several refreshment points.

The atmosphere is both competitive and festive, with podium awards for general and age categories, including e-bike divisions. The event includes logistical support such as meal options, showers, and safety measures, making it suitable for a broad range of mountain bikers, from elites to amateurs and families interested in the ecotourism ride.