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Event summary
The Duatlo Barcelos is a sprint duathlon event taking place on January 25, 2026, in Barcelos, Portugal, a city known as the symbol of the nation and a UNESCO Creative City of Crafts. The race includes a 5 km running segment, a 20 km cycling segment, and a 2.5 km running segment, all held on city streets.
This competition is open to all athletes, including solo participants and double relay teams (male, female, or mixed), and is part of the Desafio Norte de Triatlo series. The event offers a festive atmosphere with organized support and recognition for top finishers by age group and teams.
The course runs through diverse urban routes in Barcelos, featuring iconic city streets and well-coordinated transitions. With official timing, aid stations, and post-race celebrations, it is ideal for athletes seeking a challenging yet supportive sprint duathlon experience.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Paratleta (2 to 15 years)
• 16-17 Male
• 16-17 Female
• 18-19 Male
• 18-19 Female
• 20-24 Male
• 20-24 Female
• 25-29 Male
• 25-29 Female
• 30-34 Male
• 30-34 Female
• 35-39 Male
• 35-39 Female
• 40-44 Male
• 40-44 Female
• 45-49 Male
• 45-49 Female
• 50-54 Male
• 50-54 Female
• 55-59 Male
• 55-59 Female
• 60-64 Male
• 60-64 Female
• 65-69 Male
• 65-69 Female
• 70-99 Male
• 70-99 Female
• Relay doubles Male (16 to 90 years)
• Relay doubles Female (16 to 90 years)
• Relay doubles Mixed (16 to 90 years)
Start/finish locations: Start and finish at Rua de Olivença, Barcelos.
Start times per category/distance: Event starts at 10:00 on January 25, 2026.
Cut-off times: Maximum duration of 1h30 from arrival of first athlete.
Bib pick-up time and location:
• January 23, 2026, 18:00–20:00 at Pavilhão Municipal de Barcelos
• January 24, 2026, 15:00–20:00 at Pavilhão Municipal de Barcelos
• January 25, 2026, 08:00–09:00 at Rua de Olivença (near finish)
Participants limit: Acceptance reserved by organization; no specific limit stated.
Registration deadline: January 18, 2026, 23:59.
Surface types: Urban paved roads.
Course format: Sprint duathlon with three segments: 5 km run (1 lap), 20 km cycling (4 laps), 2.5 km run (1 lap).
Race routes:
• 5 km run: Rua de Olivença, Rua Pedro Álvares Cabral, Circular de Barcelos.
• 20 km cycling: Rua Pedro Álvares Cabral, Circular de Barcelos.
• 2.5 km run: Rua Pedro Álvares Cabral, Rua Vasco da Gama, Avenida João Duarte, Rua Drº José Júlio Vieira Ramos, finish at Rua de Olivença.
Timing method: Electronic timing chip by SINCTIME.
Toilets and aid station placement:
• Toilets and showers at Pavilhão Municipal de Barcelos.
• Aid stations: water at 2.5 km of first run, no aid on cycling segment, water at 100 m of final run, and liquid/solid refreshments at finish.
Parking and shuttle details: Recommended parking at Campo da Feira de Barcelos and adjacent streets outside race routes.
Prizes: Awards for top 3 finishers in each category and top 3 teams by gender. Podium ceremony with mixed calls except absolute male/female and teams categories.
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Duathlon 5 km running + 20 km cycling + 2,5 km running
Duathlon 5 km running + 20 km cycling + 2,5 km running Duos
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib number, event t-shirt
⏱️ Timing + live results by category via chip timing
🛟 Safety support: first aid teams, police and civil protection along course
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident and liability insurance included
🥤 Aid stations: water during run segments and final refreshments with solids and liquids
🚿 Access to showers and changing rooms at Pavilhão Municipal de Barcelos
🏆 Podium awards for top 3 in each category and teams
