Passeio BTT Pelos Trilhos da Raia

The 17th Maratona BTT LAZER ARCC is a mountain bike marathon event taking place on March 8, 2026, in Oliveira do Hospital, Coimbra. It offers two routes: a Half Marathon of 25 km and a Marathon of 45 km, both on rural paths and trails suitable for mountain biking.

The event is open to participants of all genders, with minors requiring a signed responsibility waiver. It is a non-competitive event without official rankings, but statistical timing is recorded separately for male and female categories. There is also a dedicated E-Bike category for the 45 km route.

The course features natural rural landscapes with some sections on national and municipal roads, with safety ensured by organizational signage and marshals. The atmosphere is focused on adventure and respect for nature, with environmental care emphasized.

The 5th Raid BTT Tavira – Cachopo is a mountain bike adventure event taking place on February 8, 2026, in Tavira, Faro, Portugal. This non-competitive event offers three GPS-guided route options: a 100 km loop from Tavira passing through Cachopo, a 50 km point-to-point from Tavira to Cachopo, and a 50 km relay stage for teams of two.

Open to all participants aged 18 and over, the event emphasizes endurance and the discovery of the natural and rural landscapes of the Tavira region. The routes feature technical and physical challenges with significant elevation gain, including roads, trails, and interaction with vehicle traffic, making it a unique experience for mountain bike enthusiasts.

The atmosphere is recreational and friendly, promoting sportive tourism and personal challenge rather than competition, with participants riding at their own pace. The event includes support such as mechanical assistance, aid stations with food and drinks, and a symbolic finisher’s medal, creating an inclusive and memorable day in nature.

Assalto à Assunção 2026 is a cycling event taking place on March 7, 2026, in Santo Tirso, Portugal. The event features a 38 km route with a timed climb segment called the “Subida da Assunção” of 6.5 km, allowing participants to measure their official ascent time.

The event is open to all cyclists aged 16 and over without the need for a sports license. While the overall ride is non-competitive, the timed climb adds a competitive element with official timing and podium awards for the top three male and female times.

The atmosphere encourages a non-competitive, leisure spirit with safety support along the route and mandatory helmet use. Participants receive a participant kit and a virtual diploma with their climb time.

The NGPS Rota Porca de Murça 2026 is a leisure mountain bike event taking place on March 14, 2026, in Murça, Portugal. It is a non-competitive GPS-guided ride with full autonomy, offering participants a unique experience on rural paths and trails.

The event welcomes up to 300 participants, with no license required, and is open to cyclists aged 14 and above (with adult guidance for younger riders). The route includes rural and forest paths as well as public roads, requiring adherence to traffic rules and personal responsibility.

This event emphasizes ecological responsibility and safety, creating a respectful and autonomous atmosphere for all participants.