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The 12th Melgaço XCO MTB Race, part of the UCI Continental Series, will take place on February 28 and March 1, 2026, in Melgaço, Viana do Castelo, Portugal. This mountain bike cross-country Olympic (XCO) race features a 3,650-meter closed circuit with technical sections, demanding climbs, and fast descents set in a unique mountain landscape.

Open exclusively to licensed athletes in the Junior, Under-23, Under-17, Elite, and Master categories, the event follows UCI and UVP/FPC regulations. The race promises intense competition and excitement over two days, with a high-quality natural track designed for a true MTB spectacle.

After hosting the 2025 European XCO Championships, Melgaço is established as a national and international benchmark in mountain biking, offering a scenic and challenging environment for riders.

The Passeio de BTT organized by Associação Os Teimosos de Barbeita is a mountain bike event taking place on March 1, 2026, in Barbeita, Viseu. The ride starts at 09:00 from the Recinto das Festas de Barbeita.

The event features a 30 km route and is open to all participants who register in advance. The registration fee includes insurance, nutritional support, and access to showers. Participants must wear helmets and comply with safety and traffic regulations.

The 16th Edition Passeio/Marathon BTT “Já T’Agarro” is a mountain bike marathon event taking place on March 1, 2026, starting at Largo da Liberdade in Branca, Coruche, Santarém district.

The event offers two distances: a 70 km marathon and a 40 km half-marathon, open to all participants without the need for a sports license. The marathon requires GPS navigation, while the half-marathon is marked along the route.

This non-competitive event emphasizes tourism and culture, featuring routes on municipal roads, trails, and paths in the Branca parish, with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere including a pedestrian walk and a communal lunch.

The XXXVII Passeio de Cicloturismo das Amendoeiras em Flor 2026 is a cycling tour event scheduled for March 1, 2026, in Vila Nova de Foz Côa, Guarda district, Portugal. The event begins at 09:00, with the route covering approximately 50 km starting and finishing in Foz Côa with a stop for refreshments in the Almendra parish.

This leisurely cycling event is open to all participants, emphasizing enjoyment, fitness, and camaraderie rather than competition, with an average speed of 17 km/h recommended. The event is integrated into the local Amendoeira em Flor festivities, providing a unique cultural and scenic experience among the blossoming almond trees and the beautiful landscape of the region.

The atmosphere is relaxed and festive, with a focus on community and social interaction. Additional activities include a 10 km walk available for companions, and the event culminates with an included lunch, making it a welcoming occasion for cyclists and families alike.