MessengerAl-Buhera X Route
Event summary
The Rota Al-Buhera X is a mountain bike marathon event taking place on Sunday, November 23, 2025, starting at 09:00 in Praça dos Pescadores, Albufeira, Faro district. This event offers four routes with different distances and technical and physical challenges, including 25 km (guided family ride), 40 km, 60 km, and a 70 km gravel route.
The event is open to all participants aged 15 and over, with specific age restrictions for younger participants: those aged 16-19 can only participate in the 40 km route, and under 15 only in the 25 km family guided ride. E-Bikes are allowed on the 60 km route and have their own general classification prizes. The event is organized by Clube BTT Amizade de Albufeira and is part of the annual activity plan of the club.
The race routes traverse roads, paths, and trails in the municipalities of Albufeira and Loulé, with marked courses and GPS navigation for the gravel route, offering varied terrain and scenic landscapes. The atmosphere combines competitive spirit with a community and family-friendly environment, including a guided family ride. Awards are given to the top three in overall and category classifications, with participation medals for the 25 km mini-marathon.
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Start times per category/distance: 09:00 start for all routes (25 km, 40 km, 60 km, 70 km gravel)
Bib pick-up time and location: 07:00 to 08:40 at EMA – Espaço Multiusos de Albufeira
Start/finish locations: Praça dos Pescadores, Albufeira
Age categories/divisions: • Elites M/F (up to 29 years)
• Master 30 (30-39 years)
• Master 40 (40-49 years)
• Master 50 (50-59 years)
• Master 60 (60+ years)
• Master A F (30-45 years)
• Master B F (46+ years)
• E-Bikes general (M/F)
• Gravel general (M/F)
Registration deadline: Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 23:59
Link to full regulation: Official Rules
Surface types: Roads, paths, trails; gravel route fully GPS navigated
Course format: Point-to-point with marked routes and control points
Timing method: Electronic timing with control points along the course
Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations at various points depending on route (e.g., ZA1, ZA2), providing liquid and solid supplies throughout the event
Location
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BTT 25 km
BTT 40 km
BTT 60 km
Gravel 70 km
E-bike 60 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib number, event souvenir
🏅 Finisher prize: medal for 25 km participants, trophies for top 3 overall and category winners in other routes
⏱️ Timing + live results by category with electronic timing and control points
🛟 Safety support: first aid, medical assistance, and organization staff along the course
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included with registration
🥤 Aid stations: liquid and solid food supplies at multiple points on each route
🚿 Access to showers and changing rooms at finish area
🧳 Bicycle washing service available
📸 Photography and event coverage
🍽️ Optional post-race meal available for purchase
🏆 Podium awards ceremony after the race
