FOR ALL OF US 2025

The XIII Raid Marafade “25 Anos a Marafar por aí” is a popular cycling event held on December 7, 2025, in Portimão, Faro. This event offers three routes with varying difficulty levels: Mini-Marathon (22 km), Half-Marathon (33 km), and Marathon (66 km, two laps), catering to cyclists of different experience and fitness levels.

The event is open to all participants aged 16 and above, without competitive pressure as it is a leisure ride with timing for information only on the longer routes. The course is fully marked and takes place entirely on private terrain, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience. The atmosphere is relaxed and inclusive, welcoming riders from various clubs, groups, and individuals.

Participants can enjoy scenic cycling through the private Morgado de Arge estate and surrounding areas with no road crossings, supported by solid and liquid refreshment stations and post-ride shower facilities. Awards and commemorative souvenirs are provided to all who complete their chosen routes, with special prizes for top finishers in the longer distances and for the youngest and oldest participants.

The 2nd Casais da Serra MTB Ride – Agricultural Route is a non-competitive mountain bike event taking place on December 7, 2025, at Sociedade Recreativa dos Casais da Serra, Milharado, Mafra, Lisbon. It offers two circular routes: a medium difficulty 20 km and a high difficulty 30 km trail, both on rural paths and municipal roads, providing a scenic agricultural landscape.

The event is open to all participants aged 14 and above with no license required, emphasizing a recreational and community atmosphere rather than competition. The ride includes marked trails with support and safety measures in place, and participants enjoy the camaraderie of a shared outdoor experience.

The event features a festive ambiance with post-ride facilities including bike washing and showers, and an optional lunch featuring traditional pork on a spit, making it a full day of enjoyment for cyclists and their families.

The 8th Edition of the Pinga Trail is a trail running event taking place on December 7, 2025, in Arruda dos Vinhos, Portugal. The race offers three distances: a Long Trail of 23 km, a Short Trail of 16 km, and a non-competitive 12 km Walk, catering to a wide range of participants from competitive runners to those seeking a social challenge.

The event is open to participants aged 16 and above, with age categories for men and women spanning from seniors to over 60 years. The trails are circular and feature checkpoints along the course, providing a challenging yet scenic experience. The atmosphere is both competitive and community-oriented, with awards for individual age groups, overall winners, and the top three teams in the trail races, as well as a convivial walk for all.

Starting and finishing at the Pavilhão Multiusos in Arruda dos Vinhos, the course includes at least one aid station for the walk and two for the trail runs, ensuring support for all participants. The event emphasizes respect for nature and sportsmanship, making it both a physical and social highlight for trail enthusiasts.

The TRAIL DE PERRE is a trail running event scheduled for December 7, 2025, in Perre, Viana do Castelo. It features two main distances: an 11 km walk and a 15 km trail run, catering to a variety of participants seeking to experience off-road running and hiking.

This event is open to all, organized by the Comissão de Festas de Perre, and supported by local partners. The trail offers participants the opportunity to enjoy scenic routes in the Viana do Castelo region during early winter, providing a unique outdoor sporting challenge in a festive community atmosphere.