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The Raid Templários BTT is a mountain bike event taking place on March 8, 2026, in Tomar, Santarém. It offers two race formats: the Mini Raid of 35 km with 750 meters of elevation gain and medium physical and technical difficulty, and the Raid of 55 km with 1300 meters of elevation gain and medium/high physical difficulty.
The event is open to all mountain bike practitioners aged 12 and above for the Mini Raid and 18 and above for the Raid, with required responsibility terms for minors. E-bikes are allowed but not included in the official classification. The race routes showcase the best trails of Tomar, mostly on unpaved forest roads and paths, with marked tracks and control points.
The atmosphere is competitive with classifications by age categories and gender, including special categories for singlespeed and fatbike bikes. The event also features a convivial lunch and podium ceremonies, making it a well-organized and engaging mountain biking challenge.
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The EDP Lisbon Half Marathon 2026 is a road running event scheduled for March 8, 2026, in Lisbon, Portugal. This half marathon covers the classic distance of 21 km, known for being one of the fastest half marathons worldwide.
The race welcomes both amateur and professional runners, with over 30,000 participants including many international athletes. It is part of the SuperHalfs international running series, uniting top half marathons such as those in Cardiff, Copenhagen, Berlin, Prague, and Valencia.
The unique and scenic course starts on the iconic 25th of April Bridge and finishes in the historic center of Lisbon near the Jerónimos Monastery, offering runners a remarkable urban landscape. The event atmosphere is vibrant and competitive, attracting a large, diverse crowd.
The Vodafone 10K is a 10-kilometer road race integrated into the prestigious EDP Lisbon Half Marathon event. Held on March 8, 2026, it starts at Praça da Portagem (25 de Abril Bridge) and finishes near the Centro Cultural de Belém, providing a scenic and mostly flat course across Lisbon.
Open to runners aged 18 and older, this race welcomes both competitive and recreational participants, with a maximum capacity of 9,000 athletes. It offers the unique experience of running across one of Europe’s most iconic bridges in a major urban setting with broad community support and vibrant atmosphere.
Duathlon events in Portugal for 2026 are organized by the Federação de Triatlo de Portugal, representing a comprehensive national calendar of competitions across various regions. These events offer diverse distances and formats, including individual and team competitions, making them accessible to a wide range of athletes from beginners to elite levels.
The competitions are linked to national championships and club series, fostering a competitive yet inclusive atmosphere. The events often take place in scenic locations throughout Portugal, providing athletes with unique landscapes and terrain challenges. The atmosphere is typically vibrant and community-focused, with some events featuring relay formats and categories for different age groups.
The Trilhos do Paleozóico 2026 is a trail running event scheduled for March 8, 2026, in Valongo, Portugal, within the Paleozoic Park of Valongo and the Valongo Trail Center. The race features multiple distances: Trail Ultra 48 km, Trail 38 km, Trail Sprint 23 km, Mini Trail 12 km, and a 12 km walking event, the latter two also part of the Valongo Trail Circuit.
The event welcomes participants aged 18 and older for the longer distances, while the Mini Trail is open to those 15 and older, and the walk allows minors accompanied by an adult. The race is characterized by challenging elevation profiles, with positive elevation gains ranging from 300 m in the Mini Trail to approximately 2600 m in the Ultra Trail. The courses take runners through rugged mountain trails featuring the unique landscapes of the Santa Justa and Pias mountain ranges.
With a semi-self-sufficiency format and strict rules regarding aid and equipment, the race offers a demanding and rewarding experience. The atmosphere is competitive and serious, with an emphasis on athletes' autonomy and safety. There are also prizes for individual and team classifications, and the event includes a walking option for a broader community engagement.
The Passeio BTT Pelos Trilhos da Raia is a guided mountain bike ride event set to take place on March 8, 2026, in Vila Verde de Ficalho, Beja. The event features a single 40 km route designed for cyclists to explore the scenic trails of the Raia region in a non-competitive format.
This event is open to all participants aged 16 and over, emphasizing sport promotion, social interaction, and discovery of the local landscape. The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly, with a focus on enjoyment rather than competition, making it ideal for cyclists of varied experience levels.
Unique elements include a guided route through the beautiful Beja district trails, strategic aid stations along the way, and a convivial lunch gathering after the ride, fostering a communal and festive spirit among participants.
The Corta Mato Jovem Escolar is a youth cross-country running event scheduled for December 12, 2025, in Funchal, at the Jardins do Lido. This event features multiple race distances tailored to different age groups, ranging from 500 meters for the youngest categories to 2,500 meters for juveniles, juniors, and seniors, including a special race for participants with special needs and teachers.
Open to all schools, clubs, and educational institutions including special needs participants, the competition covers age categories from Sub-10 to Juvenis and Juniores/Seniores, with participation primarily representing schools but also open to non-federated students and teachers. It integrates with the PACRAM support program for affiliated clubs and serves as a qualification pathway for the National School Championships.
The race takes place on a looped cross-country course at Jardins do Lido, promoting a vibrant and inclusive atmosphere suitable for young athletes, educators, and community members. The organization provides team and individual classifications, with awards for top performers and collective school and club achievements, fostering team spirit and school pride.
ATLÀNTICAS – Asaltamontes Madeira Female 2026 is an exclusively female trail running event taking place on March 14, 2026, on the island of Madeira, Portugal. The race features a 15-kilometre point-to-point course with 400 metres of positive elevation gain, starting in Porto da Cruz and finishing at Machico beach.
The event offers both race and walking/hiking modalities on the same marked route, welcoming women aged 16 and over without the need for a license. It is competitive and connected to the Asaltamontes circuit, with the top adult Madeira or Madeira-resident finishers invited to a team relay festival, the grand final of the circuit.
The course showcases Madeira’s natural beauty, running mainly along trails, levadas, and natural paths, providing a scenic and challenging environment. The race atmosphere is competitive yet supportive, focused on female athletes, with prizes and podiums across age categories, and includes transport service from finish to start for participants' convenience.
The Open Torres Vedras is a running event taking place on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at Parque Expotorres in Torres Vedras, Lisbon. It features marathon and half marathon distances, making it suitable for long-distance runners seeking a competitive and scenic race.
The event is open to all participants without the need for a license, welcoming both elite athletes and amateur runners. The race atmosphere is competitive and organized, with a clear structure for different age categories and genders, providing an inclusive environment for runners of various levels.
Participants will enjoy running in the vibrant setting of Torres Vedras, with well-marked courses and support from the organization. The event is part of the local running scene and offers a great opportunity to compete in early spring in a culturally rich region of Portugal.