MessengerAquatlo Jovem Merelim São Paio
Event summary
The I Aquatlo Merelim São Paio and III Aquatlo Jovem Merelim São Paio take place on August 30, 2025, in Braga, Portugal. These aquathlon events combine swimming and running along the scenic Rio Cávado, featuring races for both adults and youth athletes.
The adult competition is held in sprint format and includes the Northern Absolute and Individual Championships. The youth event, part of the Northern Youth Championship, offers age-appropriate distances for children born between 2008 and 2018. Both races are organized by the local parish union with technical support from the Portuguese Triathlon Federation.
Athletes will swim in the Cávado River and run along its dirt riverbank trail, with transition and finish areas set near Praia Fluvial de Merelim São Paio.
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Plan itInformation
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Date: Saturday, August 30, 2025
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Location: Praia Fluvial de Merelim São Paio, Braga
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Disciplines:
• Sprint Aquathlon (750m swim + 5km run) – Adults
• Youth Aquathlon (50m–300m swim + 400m–2000m run) – by age group -
Start times:
• Youth races start at 15:00 (beginning with Benjamins)
• Adult race starts after the final youth category -
Bib Pickup & Check-in:
• 13:30–14:30 – Registration
• 13:40–14:40 – Transition setup and technical check -
Age Groups:
• Adults: Age 16+ (born 2007 or earlier), with detailed categories from 20–99
• Youth: Benjamins to Cadets (born 2008–2018) -
Surface type:
• Open water swim in river
• Flat dirt trail run -
Cut-off times: Not explicitly listed; final athlete has 15 minutes to collect equipment
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Timing: Official timing provided
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Results & Regulations:
• Live or post-race results not specified
• Race rules and details available here -
Insurance: Personal accident insurance included for all registered participants
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Organizer contact:
• Email: competicoes@federacao-triatlo.pt
• Phone: +351 214 464 821 - Regulation link
Location
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Sprint Licensed
Sprint Non-licensed
Youth Licensed
Youth Non-licensed
Benefits
✅ Chip timing and official results
🏊 Scenic river swim and riverside trail run
📦 Secure transition area
🥤 Aid stations with water during the run
🍎 Post-race recovery with water and fruit
🧼 Showers available at Pavilhão Municipal Merelim São Paio
🛡️ Personal accident insurance for all participants
🎽 Participation gift for all athletes
🏆 Trophies for top finishers by age group and team
