22ª Prova de Mar – Baía de Sines

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)
• 11:50 – 1,500 m

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.

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.

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.