XI Triatlo de Altura

The Federação de Triatlo de Portugal organizes a wide range of triathlon and multisport events throughout 2026 across various regions including Algarve, Lisbon, Madeira, and more. The calendar features events such as Duatlo Cross de Abrantes starting on January 25, which counts towards the National Club Cross Championship.

These competitions include multiple distances and formats like triathlon, duathlon, aquathlon, and cross duathlon, catering to both licensed athletes and open categories. They are integrated within national championships, series, and cups, offering competitive opportunities for athletes of all levels.

The events take place in diverse scenic locations such as coastal regions, urban centers, and natural parks, creating a festive and competitive atmosphere. Some competitions also include team relays and youth events, promoting broad participation and community involvement.

The Triatlo Cross Ponde de Lima is a cross triathlon event scheduled for June 6, 2026. It offers solo, doubles, and triples race formats, welcoming a wide range of age categories from young athletes to seniors.

The event includes categories for parathletes and mixed teams, making it inclusive for various participants. Registration opens on April 14, 2026, and closes on May 31, 2026, with different pricing tiers depending on the registration date.

Triathlon events in Portugal for 2026 are organized by the Federação de Triatlo de Portugal, representing a comprehensive national calendar of competitions across various regions. These events offer diverse distances and formats, including individual and team competitions, making them accessible to a wide range of athletes from beginners to elite levels.

The competitions are linked to national championships and club series, fostering a competitive yet inclusive atmosphere. The events often take place in scenic locations throughout Portugal, providing athletes with unique landscapes and terrain challenges. The atmosphere is typically vibrant and community-focused, with some events featuring relay formats and categories for different age groups.

The Lagoa Swimrun is a swimrun race held in May along the stunning Algarve coast, starting at Ermida da Senhora da Rocha and finishing in the fishing village of Ferragudo. Now in its 5th edition, it is celebrated by swimrunners as one of the best courses with fantastic swims and breathtaking coastal views that are challenging depending on wind and weather conditions.

The event offers three distance options: Standard (25.5 km total with 4.78 km swimming and 20.72 km running), Sprint (15.1 km total with 2.7 km swimming and 12.4 km running), and Experience (8.1 km total with 1.5 km swimming and 6.6 km running). The course traverses the trails of the Seven Hanging Valleys, famous as the best hiking destination in Europe, and includes iconic beaches, caves accessible only by sea, and remarkable natural formations along the way.

The race is open to all swimrunners and provides a unique opportunity to explore this magnificent coastline in springtime with water temperatures averaging 18 degrees. The atmosphere is adventurous and scenic, offering a memorable challenge through spectacular natural landscapes.