EPX – Extreme Peneda Xúres

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 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 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 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.