PASSEIO de BTT - POR CARREIRONES NAS ARRIBAS DE L DOURO 2026

The São Mamede BTT – Portalegre is a mountain bike event taking place on April 18 and 19, 2026, in Portalegre, Portugal. It features two routes: a 60 km Marathon and a 35 km Half-Marathon, held on dirt roads and single-tracks within the São Mamede Natural Park.

This event is open to all riders aged 16 and above for the Marathon and 14 and above for the Half-Marathon, including both conventional and electric mountain bikes. It is part of the Alentejo BTT 4Marathon Series, a circuit of four marathons with cumulative classification and awards for various categories and distances.

The race is non-competitive with free pace, marked with vertical signage, and supported by volunteers and medical emergency teams. Awards are given to top finishers in each category and to teams with the most participants and best times.

The 4th Rota da Trança e da Palha is a mountain bike recreational event taking place on April 19, 2026, in Travassós-Fafe, Braga, Portugal. The race features a 40 km route through rural roads, trails, and the Barragem de Queimadela area, starting and finishing at the Recinto Srª das Graças.

Open to both federated and non-federated athletes, the event promotes local traditions related to rye straw crafts and environmental respect. Participants will experience scenic countryside landscapes during the spring rye harvest season, enhancing the cultural and natural appeal of the race.

The event is organized by the Associação Grupo de Amigos de Travassós with support from local and cycling federations, emphasizing ethical sportsmanship and safety. It offers a festive atmosphere with traditional food and cultural displays along the route.

The 8th Rota do Vascão BTT event is a non-competitive mountain bike ride taking place on April 19, 2026, in Ameixial, Faro. It offers two route options of 30 km and 50 km, primarily along rural paths and dirt trails near the Ribeira do Vascão.

Open to participants aged over 15 years, with those under 18 requiring parental authorization. The event emphasizes leisure and enjoyment of the natural surroundings rather than competition, although prizes are awarded in various age and gender categories as well as for e-bike participants.

Participants will experience scenic rural landscapes in the parishes of Ameixial and Santa Cruz, with a relaxed atmosphere supported by organized aid stations and safety measures.

The VI Maratona BTT Vila Flor is a mountain bike marathon event taking place on April 19, 2026, in Vila Flor, Bragança, Portugal. It offers two main race distances: a Half Marathon of approximately 35 km and a Marathon of approximately 65 km, including categories for E-Bikes.

The event is open to all individuals without the need for a sports license, with age minimums of 8 years for the 15 km BTT, 15 years for the Half Marathon, and 17 years for the Marathon. It is part of the Open Regional de Maratonas e Meias-Maratonas de Trás-os-Montes da ACB – Bragança, featuring competitive classifications and prizes for top finishers.

The race routes traverse trails, rural paths, public roads, and municipal and national roads, with support vehicles available along the course. The start and finish are located in a closed park area in front of the Vila Flor City Hall, creating a well-organized and competitive atmosphere.