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View eventGolegã Youth Triathlon
The Federação de Triatlo de Portugal organizes various triathlon events throughout the year, including national championships and club competitions. These events are held across multiple locations in Portugal and cater to a wide range of athletes, from age group competitors to elite triathletes.
Participants can expect diverse race formats and distances, often integrated within regional and national cups or series. The events showcase Portugal's unique landscapes and offer a competitive yet inclusive atmosphere for athletes of all levels.
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View eventRUN4 CHILDREN | ALMADA FORUM
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.
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View eventI Trail Battle of Trancoso
The I Trail Batalha de Trancoso is a trail running event taking place on May 31, 2026, in Trancoso, Guarda, Portugal. It features a long trail of approximately 25 km with 900 meters of elevation gain, a short trail of approximately 15 km with 600 meters of elevation gain, a mini trail, and a recreational walk of about 10 km with 300 meters of elevation gain.
The event is open to all individuals aged 18 and over for the long and short trails, and to participants aged 11 or older for the mini trail, with parental consent required for minors. It is part of the Circuito de Trail da Beira Alta 2026 and constitutes its 4th stage.
The trails are predominantly on paths, rural roads, and dirt tracks, set in mountainous terrain with significant elevation changes. The event promotes sports practice in the region and includes a festive atmosphere with awards and finisher prizes.
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View eventOssa Route Marathon 2026
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.
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View eventBTT Earth and Sea
The 2nd Passeio BTT Terra e Mar is a mountain bike event taking place on May 31, 2026, in Peniche, Leiria. The route covers approximately 45 km through trails, rural paths, public roads, and municipal streets of the Peniche municipality, offering a medium physical and technical difficulty.
This event is open to all mountain bike enthusiasts aged 16 and above without any competitive classification or timing, focusing on leisure, socializing, and promoting physical activity in a friendly atmosphere. Participants will experience unique points of interest around Peniche, supported by a guided motorcycle escort to maintain pace and safety.
Alongside the cycling experience, the event emphasizes local cultural and gastronomic promotion, with a solid and liquid aid station and an optional paid lunch, making it suitable for all levels and fostering a community spirit rather than competition.
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View event5th Edition GREAT DESCENT 2026
The 5th Edition of the Grande Descida de Castelo Bode is a multi-stage open water swimming competition held on June 5-7, 2026, in Portugal. The event consists of six stages covering a total distance of approximately 50 km along the Castelo de Bode reservoir.
Participants can compete in one or multiple stages, or as part of a relay team of two swimmers. The race is open to swimmers aged 14 and older who hold a license from the Portuguese Swimming Federation or equivalent recognized by FINA. Each stage takes place at different river beach locations across the municipalities of Figueiró dos Vinhos, Vila de Rei, Ferreira do Zêzere, and Abrantes.
The event offers a competitive atmosphere with individual and relay classifications, monetary prizes for top finishers in each stage and overall, and commemorative awards for all participants. Support boats accompany swimmers for safety, and the race embraces the scenic natural water landscapes of the Castelo de Bode reservoir.
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View eventNight Hike Ultramarathon
The Caminhada Noturna Ultramarathon is a night walking race taking place on Friday, June 5, 2026, at 21:30 in Parque da Várzea, Torres Vedras, Lisbon. This event features a 10 km distance designed for participants of all levels.
Open to all walkers without the need for a license, the event offers a unique opportunity to experience a night-time ultramarathon walk in a scenic park setting. The race atmosphere is welcoming and inclusive, ideal for community participation and fitness enthusiasts alike.
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View eventUltra Paths of the Tagus 2026
Ultra Maratona Caminhos do Tejo is an ultra marathon trail running event scheduled for June 5-6, 2026, in Portugal. The race offers two distances: a challenging 144 km race starting from Lisbon and a shorter 58 km race starting from Santarém, both finishing at the Sanctuary of Fátima.
The event is open to all runners aged 20 and above, whether federated or not, and includes male and female categories. It is part of prominent series, awarding UTMB points for finishers: 5 points for the full 144 km and 2 points for the 58 km, aligning it with international ultra endurance competitions.
Participants will traverse historic pilgrimage routes along the Tagus River, experiencing varied landscapes from urban Lisbon through rural and natural trails, culminating in the spiritual atmosphere of Fátima. The race fosters a competitive yet supportive environment with no team or relay events, focusing on individual endurance and achievement.
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View eventYouth Aquathlon + Triathlon Peniche
Triathlon 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.
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View eventBracarvs Backyard Ultra Vila Verde – 3rd Edition
The 3rd Edition of the Bracarvs Backyard Ultra will take place on June 6, 2026, in Vila Verde, at Praia Fluvial do Faial. This ultra running event features a loop course of 6.706 km that must be completed every hour.
Participants must complete each loop within one hour to continue, with a new start every hour. The winner is the last runner to complete a loop alone within the time limit. The race continues until only one runner remains or no one completes the loop in time.
The event is open to runners aged 18 to 90 years and offers personalized bibs, event t-shirts, light liquid and solid refreshments, and prizes including entry to the Portuguese national team for the world final in October 2026. The course includes trails, municipal roads, and asphalt with about 30 meters of positive elevation gain, marked with reflective signage for night running.