
Maratona BTT Serra da Estrela - Manteigas
Event summary
The Maratona BTT Serra da Estrela returns on 5 October 2025 in Manteigas, Portugal, starting in front of the Municipal Council building. Organized by Grupo BTT de Manteigas with support from the Associação de Ciclismo da Beira Interior, the event showcases the Serra da Estrela through four distances designed for different experience levels: Mini Marathon (≈26 km), Half Marathon (≈46 km), Short Marathon (≈72 km), and the Elite Marathon (≈87 km).
Open to “Ciclismo para Todos” riders (federated and non-federated) from age 17+, the event also hosts the 5th round of the Taça de Portugal XCM, run under UCI/UVP-FPC regulations for eligible categories. Under-19 athletes must enter the non-competitive Mini Marathon.
Expect authentic mountain terrain—long climbs, technical descents, rural roads and open public sections—fully signposted and supported. With a strong community vibe, multiple aid zones, and post-race services (showers, bike wash, safety and medical support), it’s a signature day out in Portugal’s highest mountain range.
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Age categories/divisions:
Non-competitive Mini Marathon for under-19 athletes. Competitive categories (Marathon & Half Marathon): Elites Amadores (19–29) M/F; Master A (30–39) M/F; Master B (40–49) M/F; Master C (50–59) M/F; Master D (60+) M/F; E-MTB (19+) M/F. Minimum age to participate (CPT): 17.
Start/finish locations:
Start in front of Câmara Municipal de Manteigas; finish in Manteigas.
Start times per category/distance:
09:00 – Elite Marathon (≈87 km)
09:05 – Short Marathon (≈72 km)
09:10 – Half Marathon (≈46 km)
09:15 – Mini Marathon (≈26 km)
Cut-off times:
Finish control closes 3 hours after the first finisher of each course.
Bib pick-up time and location:
Secretariat (Manteigas) – Sat, 4 Oct: 16:00–20:00; Sun, 5 Oct: 07:45–08:45. Briefing: 08:55 (Sun).
Registration deadline:
On-time entries until 23:59 of the Thursday before the event; late entries accepted until 23:59 of Friday (additional €5). After that, no registrations.
Surface types:
Mountain trails, rural tracks and public roads (mixed natural terrain with elevation).
Course format:
Marked mountain courses with signposting; sections on open public roads (Highway Code applies).
Timing method:
Official event time control (per organization/commissaires; specific system not stated).
Toilets and aid station placement:
Multiple assistance/aid zones with liquids and solids, including Vale de Amoreira, Covão da Ponte, Penhas Douradas and Sameiro (by distance).
Prizes:
Trophies for top 3 of each competitive category (M/F); team awards; E-MTB awards. Mini Marathon is recreational (no classifications/prizes)
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Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: Race bib; personal accident insurance; access to showers; bike-wash; logistical support.
🥤 Aid & nutrition: Solid/liquid support in assistance zones and at finish.
🛟 Safety & medical: On-course safety, first aid and organizational support.
🗺️ Marked routes: Fully signposted mountain courses with control.
🏆 Awards: Trophies for competitive categories and teams (Mini Marathon non-competitive).