BTT Earth and Sea

RUN4 CHILDREN | Almada Forum 2026 is a solidarity sports event taking place on May 31, 2026, in Almada, Portugal, organized by Play4 Children Association with technical organization by Xistarca. The event starts at Almada Forum and finishes at Parque da Paz, promoting physical activity while supporting social causes.

The event features multiple formats suitable for all ages and fitness levels, including a 10 km run, a 5 km solidarity cycling ride, a 5 km family walk and dog walk (Cãominhada), and the Mini Champions 500 m race for children. Each race is designed to encourage community participation in a festive and inclusive atmosphere.

All participants receive official race support, including aid stations, safety services, and finisher recognition. Proceeds from the event contribute directly to Play4 Children’s social initiatives, reinforcing the event’s strong charitable mission.

The Maratona BTT Rota D’Ossa 2026 is a mountain bike marathon event scheduled for May 24, 2026, in Estremoz, Évora, Portugal. It offers challenging courses of 70 km for the Marathon and E-Bike Marathon categories, and a 45 km distance for the Half Marathon.

The event welcomes both licensed competitive athletes and non-licensed riders aged 16 and above. It encourages the use of bicycles as a healthy, eco-friendly transport and promotes the natural and touristic beauty of the Estremoz region.

The race routes traverse rural and mountainous trails with varied terrain, marked carefully for safety. The atmosphere balances competition and enjoyment, with trophies awarded to top finishers in male, female, junior, and e-bike categories, and includes medical support and logistical care for participants.

The Ultramarathon Torres Vedras 2026 is a mountain bike (BTT) race held on June 6, 2026, in Parque Verde da Várzea, Torres Vedras, Lisbon. It offers multiple participation formats including solo, e-bikes, gravel bikes, and relay teams of two, with distances of approximately 140 km and 2800 m of positive elevation gain.

The event is open to all participants aged 19 and above without license requirements. It features a semi-self-sufficient format guided by GPS, which replaces traditional course markings, adding a unique navigational challenge and enhancing safety.

Participants will experience diverse terrain mostly composed of paths, trails, and unpaved roads through the scenic landscapes of the Torres Vedras region. The atmosphere combines adventure and endurance testing, with support stations for food, mechanical assistance, and hydration along the course. The event includes categories for men, women, e-bikes, gravel bikes, and mixed relay teams, making it inclusive and competitive.

The Rota de Lafões BTT is a mountain biking event taking place on June 7, 2026, in Oliveira de Frades, Viseu. It offers challenging routes for enthusiasts with two main race distances: a 25 km half marathon and a 50 km marathon, both starting and finishing at the same location. Additionally, there is a non-competitive 15-20 km ecotourism cycling route along the Vouga ecopista, and a 10 km walking option.

This event is open to all riders aged 15 to 75 years and includes categories for electric bikes as well. The courses feature rural and forest paths, singletracks, and roads open to traffic, demanding medium to high technical and physical effort. Participants will enjoy beautiful landscapes unique to the Oliveira de Frades area, with well-marked trails and several refreshment points.

The atmosphere is both competitive and festive, with podium awards for general and age categories, including e-bike divisions. The event includes logistical support such as meal options, showers, and safety measures, making it suitable for a broad range of mountain bikers, from elites to amateurs and families interested in the ecotourism ride.