Messenger4th Chanfana Mountain Bike Route Tour
Event summary
The 4º Passeio Rota da Chanfana is a mountain biking event taking place on November 9, 2025, in Vila Nova de Poiares, Coimbra. This event offers two routes: a 25 km easier trail and a more challenging 35 km GPS navigation course, both suitable for riders with different fitness and technical levels.
The event is open to all participants and is non-competitive, emphasizing enjoyment of the landscape and the biking experience rather than racing. The routes traverse trails, paths, and roads around the Vila Nova de Poiares area, providing a scenic and varied terrain.
The atmosphere is relaxed and recreational, supported by organizational accompaniment along the courses, and includes amenities such as food and drink stations, bike washing, and showers. It is designed to be a friendly gathering for mountain biking enthusiasts rather than a high-stakes competition.
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Start times per category/distance: 09:00 start for all participants
Bib pick-up time and location: 07:30–08:50 at Centro Cyclin’ de Vila Nova de Poiares (near the municipal sports complex)
Start/finish locations: Centro Cyclin’ de Vila Nova de Poiares, Coimbra
Age categories/divisions: Minimum age 9 years with accompaniment, 15 years minimum if unaccompanied
Registration deadline: November 4, 2025
Surface types: Trails, paths, and roads
Course format: Point-to-point navigation (35 km GPS route) and marked trail (25 km)
Parking and shuttle details: Parking available near Junta de Freguesia de Poiares Santo André (Bus Terminal)
Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations with food and liquids at midpoint of 25 km route and two stations on 35 km route
Location
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BTT 35 km
BTT 25 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: dorsal number, insurance, and event gifts
🥤 Aid stations: food and hydration provided on the routes
🛟 Safety support: organizational staff accompany participants throughout the course
🚿 Showers and bike washing available at the finish area
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident and civil liability included
🍽️ Lunch included in registration fee
🎁 Optional technical event t-shirt available for purchase
