
Triatlo Cross de Boelhe
Event summary
Set in the scenic Tâmega River valley, the Boelhe Cross Triathlon offers a true off-road experience that blends rural charm with athletic challenge. Taking place on September 7, 2025, this event features open water swimming, mixed-terrain mountain biking, and a countryside trail run — all based around Boelhe’s River Beach in Penafiel.
It’s part of the Northern Regional Championship, attracting both elite and amateur triathletes in a friendly, supportive environment. With a low-technical route, the race is perfect for both experienced athletes and first-timers. Relays are also welcome!
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Date & location:
7 September 2025 – Boelhe River Beach, Penafiel
Distance (Sprint Triathlon MTB):
• Swim – 750 m (2 laps, Aussie exit)
• MTB – 20 km (3 laps – dirt, asphalt, cobblestone)
• Run – 5 km (2.5 laps – rural and paved roads)
Start times:
• 08:15–09:15 – Athlete check‑in
• 10:00 – Men’s start (Championship, Open & Relays)
• 10:10 – Women’s start + Relays
Eligibility:
• Licensed athletes – Championship race
• Unlicensed athletes – Open race
• Relays – Teams of 2–3, unlicensed
Registration deadline:
1 September 2025 – via Portuguese Triathlon Federation
Start/finish location:
Boelhe River Beach
Timing method:
Chip timing with checkpoints
Regulation here.
Location
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Sprint 750m swim + 20km cycling + 5km run Licensed
Sprint 750m swim + 20km cycling + 5km run Non-licensed
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: Participation in the event, official classification, personal accident insurance, aid stations with solid and liquid supplies, event souvenir
🏅 Finisher prize: Not specified (trophies for podium finishers only)
🏆 Awards:
• Triathlon & Duathlon – Trophies for the top 3 in each gender, each age group, and overall categories
• Teams – Trophies for top 3 clubs per gender
• Relays – Trophies for top 3 overall relay teams
🛟 Safety support: Medical teams and rescue personnel on site, compliance with Portuguese Triathlon Federation safety standards
🛡️ Insurance: Personal accident insurance included for all participants (already part of entry fee)
🥤 Aid stations: Liquids and solids available at transition areas and at the start of the run segment; recovery zone with water and fruit at finish
🚿 Showers/changing rooms: Available at Futebol Clube de Boelhe facilities