Messenger18th BTT Ride – Through the Valleys and Hills of Gloriana's Charneca
Event summary
The 18º Passeio de BTT – Por Vales e Montes da Charneca Gloriana is a mountain bike race taking place on March 8, 2026, in Glória do Ribatejo, in the municipality of Salvaterra de Magos. It offers two challenging distances: a 50 km marathon and a 30 km half-marathon, both with timing and open to all cyclists aged 18 and above. Participants under 18 may join with parental authorization.
The event features timed routes through rural paths and trails in the scenic areas of Glória do Ribatejo and Granho, marked with directional signs and hazard warnings. It combines a competitive atmosphere with an inclusive spirit, awarding trophies to top overall finishers and age group winners in both male and female categories. There is also a category for e-bikes, with separate classification for the top three.
The race fosters camaraderie with a festive post-race lunch and offers facilities such as showers and bike washing at the municipal pavilion, creating a welcoming environment for riders of all levels.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Masculinos: Sub18 (only half-marathon), Elites 19-29, Master A 30-39, Master B 40-49, Master C 50-59, Master D 60+
• Femininas: Elites 16-29, Master A 30-49, Master B 50+
• E-Bikes: Single category for marathon and half-marathon (top 3 classified, no general classification)
Start/finish locations: Pavilhão Municipal da Glória do Ribatejo (next to the football field)
Start times per category/distance:
• Marathon and Half Marathon: 09:00
• E-Bikes: 09:10
Cut-off times: Timing ends at 14:00
Bib pick-up time and location: Secretariado opens from 07:00 to 08:30 at Pavilhão Municipal da Glória do Ribatejo
Participants limit: 500 registrations
Registration deadline: March 3, 2026, 23:59
Surface types: Rural roads and trails in Glória do Ribatejo and Granho
Course format: Two routes of 30 km and 50 km with marked trails by ribbons and directional arrows
Race routes:
• 30 km medium/high difficulty
• 50 km medium/high difficulty
Timing method: Timed with control points along the routes; participants must stop at control points
Toilets and aid station placement:
• Toilets and showers at Pavilhão Municipal
• Aid stations with liquids and solids: 1 at 21 km (30 km route), 2 at 21 km and 40 km (50 km route), plus water points
Prizes:
• Trophies for top 3 overall male and female in marathon and half-marathon
• Trophies for top 3 in each age category
• E-Bike top 3 trophies (not counting for general classification)
Location
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BTT 50 km
BTT 30 km
E-bike 50 km
E-bike 30 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib number, personal accident insurance, bike wash, commemorative souvenirs
🏅 Finisher prize: trophies for top 3 overall and age categories
⏱️ Timing + live classification with control points on the routes
🛟 Safety support: ambulance on routes and technical support vehicles
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included with registration
🥤 Aid stations: liquid and solid food at designated kilometers, plus water points
🚿 Showers and bike washing facilities at the municipal pavilion
🧖 Post-race lunch with traditional local cuisine at the Hunters Club
🏆 Podium awards for marathon, half-marathon, and E-Bike categories
