Algarve Granfondo 2026

The Rota do Mel 2026 is a non-competitive cycling event taking place on February 22, 2026, in Mondim de Basto, Portugal. The event offers two route options of approximately 35 km and 55 km, suitable for cyclists of varying skill levels with easy to medium difficulty.

Open to all cyclists aged 6 and above, including licensed competitors, federated cyclists, and non-federated participants. The event emphasizes safety and environmental responsibility, with a controlled peloton format and support vehicles ensuring participant assistance throughout the course.

Participants will enjoy a scenic ride starting and finishing in Mondim de Basto, with a friendly and inclusive atmosphere, making it ideal for families and cyclists of all ages and abilities.

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 V BTT Rota do Queijo “Uma aventura Gastronómica” is a non-competitive mountain bike event taking place on February 22, 2026, in Celorico da Beira, Guarda. It offers two marked routes of approximately 27 km (low difficulty) and 44 km (medium difficulty).

This event is open to all age groups and genders, focusing on a gastronomic adventure with various refreshment points, gastronomic tastings, and entertainment moments along the routes. The atmosphere is friendly and recreational, with no timing or ranking, only participation mementos.

Participants will enjoy scenic trails, rural paths, and municipal roads, supported by local entities including volunteer firefighters and the national guard, ensuring safety and assistance throughout the course.

The 17th BTT Rota dos Besouros is a mountain bike event taking place on February 22, 2026, organized by Associação Rota dos Besouros in Cantanhede, Portugal. It features two main distances: approximately 70 km (Marathon) and 40 km (Half-Marathon or Short Marathon).

This event includes the 1st race of the Regional XCM Cup – ACBL 2026 and an open non-competitive BTT ride where participants can ride at their own pace but have their times electronically recorded. It is open to all cyclists, federated or not, including minors with guardian consent.

The race courses traverse rural paths and trails around Sepins and Bolho, with sections on public roads where traffic rules must be followed. The event promotes age group classifications and emphasizes safety, environmental responsibility, and respect for all participants and local communities.