IRONMAN Portugal-Cascais

IRONMAN 70.3 Cascais delivers a bucket-list half-distance on Portugal’s Atlantic coast: a sunrise swim in Cascais Bay, a rolling bike course featuring a unique loop inside the Estoril Formula 1 circuit, and an energetic coastal half-marathon lined with supporters. Mild weather, beaches, and Lisbon just 30 minutes away make this a perfect race-and-holiday combo. The event has earned Athletes’ Choice recognition and serves as a qualifier towards the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship.

The Estrela Xtreme Triathlon is a triathlon event held in the Serra da Estrela Natural Park, Portugal, on September 12-13, 2026. It offers multiple distance challenges: Full Distance, Half Distance (with an option for relay teams), and Starter Distance. The Full Distance includes a 4 km swim, 190 km cycling with 4700 m elevation, and a 41 km run with 1600 m elevation, while the Half Distance features 2 km swim, 105 km cycling with 2600 m elevation, and a 21 km run with 900 m elevation. The Starter Distance offers a 1 km swim, 53 km cycling, and a 15 km run with moderate technical difficulty.

This event is open to all athletes, requiring mandatory insurance and adherence to strict rules, including the necessity of an athlete support team for the Full Distance. The triathlon is integrated with official classifications by age and gender and offers team relay options for the Half Distance. It stands out for its challenging mountainous terrain in Portugal’s highest natural park, with mixed road, forest trails, and significant elevation gains, providing an inspiring and technical race environment.

The race atmosphere is competitive and supportive, with organized logistics such as athlete transport, technical checks, and safety measures. The event includes podium awards and finisher medals, making it appealing for both elite and amateur triathletes seeking a demanding and scenic triathlon experience.

The Lidl Setúbal Triathlon is a triathlon event taking place on April 12, 2026, in Setúbal, Portugal. It features challenging distances of 1.9 km swimming, 90 km cycling, and 21.1 km running, designed for triathletes seeking a demanding and rewarding race.

The race course starts in the waters of the Rio Sado, passes through the city center, and includes a demanding route through the Serra da Arrábida, offering unique landscapes and terrain diversity. This event is open to all triathletes, promising an inspiring atmosphere defined by overcoming challenges and triumph.

The Zêzere Swimrun is a swimrun race taking place in 2025 in the Central Portugal region, specifically around the Castelo de Bode dam area. This event offers three race distances: Standard (24.7 km total), Sprint (18.2 km total), and Experience (7.1 km total), combining swimming and running segments.

The race is open to all participants and follows the scenic and challenging routes along the Grande Rota do Zêzere (GRZ), with views over the Castelo de Bode reservoir, crossing through the villages of Fontes and Souto. The race atmosphere is adventurous and demanding, held in late summer with warm temperatures perfect for swimming in fresh water. The finish line is at the Praia Fluvial da Aldeia do Mato, maintaining a magical and inspiring setting.

The event includes multiple transitions between swimming and running, with significant elevation gains, making it suitable for athletes seeking a technical and endurance challenge in a unique natural environment.