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The EPX – Extreme Peneda-Xurés 2026 is a mountain bike event taking place on July 4, 2026, starting and finishing in Arcos de Valdevez, Portugal. It offers three autonomous GPS-guided routes: Black Wolf (199 km, 5200 m elevation), White Wolf (168 km, 3900 m elevation), and Green Wolf (124 km, 3300 m elevation).

Open to participants aged 19 and over, the event emphasizes physical and mental challenge, resilience, and respect for nature, with no competitive character. The course crosses five mountain ranges in Portugal and Spain, including protected natural parks, providing a unique experience in diverse and demanding terrain.

Participants have 19 hours to complete their chosen route, with strict time barriers and safety rules. The event fosters solidarity and self-sufficiency, with no external support allowed except for aid from locals or fellow participants.

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 Vila do Conde Peneda Gerês Extreme is a mountain bike adventure race taking place on July 10, 11, and 12, 2026. The event covers approximately 300 km with 8000 meters of elevation gain, starting in Vila do Conde and finishing back there after three stages.

Open to all cyclists aged 19 and over, whether federated or not, participants can compete solo or in pairs. The race requires GPS navigation and includes both motorized and non-motorized mountain bikes, though motorized bikes do not count for classification.

The race is part of the Portuguese Cycling Federation regulations as an open event and offers a challenging route through rural paths, mountain trails, and public roads within the Peneda-Gerês National Park, combining endurance and navigation skills.