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The 1st edition of the Resistência BTT Festas do Arneiro / Domus / Miracycling is a cycle-sportive event organized by the Associação Recreativa de Moradores do Arneiro, in partnership with Clube Domus Nostra and Miracycling. Taking place in the village of Arneiro, the race offers a vibrant and community-oriented atmosphere, with circuits designed on rural paths around the village. Participants can choose between kids’ races (30 minutes), a 1h30 resistance event, or a 3h resistance challenge. The event is open to all cycling enthusiasts — competitive or leisure — and includes several age categories for both men and women, as well as gravel and paracycling divisions. With on-site amenities, bike washing, and a post-race meal, the event blends sportsmanship, endurance, and local festivities.

The 3H Resistência TOCANDAR 2025 by FORTUNNA returns on September 7, 2025, in Nine, Vila Nova de Famalicão, bringing together the spirit of endurance mountain biking in a festive, community-centered atmosphere. Organized by the Associação de Ciclismo de Nine (TOCANDAR), the race offers a 3-hour BTT challenge on a loop of approximately 6.5 km, filled with technical trails, sharp climbs, and flowing descents across the surrounding terrain of the Nine parish. Centered at the Café TOCA car park, which serves as the paddock and heart of the event, the race encourages both competitiveness and camaraderie. Alongside the main endurance race, the event hosts a Desafio Kids by Colégio Alfacoop, offering young cyclists a chance to ride and have fun. Early registrants are rewarded—the first 100 confirmed participants will receive Eltin Forest cycling glasses. Registrations open July 7 and close September 1, with a price increase on August 24. It’s a day for all ages, blending sport, fun, and a shared passion for cycling.

Downhill returns in full force with DHU #visitcastrodaire 2025, a spectacular gravity-powered challenge set in the heart of Castro Daire on September 6–7, 2025. This official FPC-sanctioned event is part of the Taça de Portugal de Downhill, drawing elite and amateur riders for an adrenaline-fueled weekend. Whether you're a local talent or a national-level competitor, this event promises steep descents, technical terrain, and an electric urban atmosphere — all nestled within the dramatic landscapes of central Portugal. The competition format ensures thrilling head-to-head action in a festival-style environment that’s both competitive and welcoming. 📍 Location: Castro Daire 🚴 Race type: Downhill (DH) 🏆 Affiliation: Part of the 2025 Portuguese Downhill Cup (Taça de Portugal) 🎉 Atmosphere: Competitive, energetic, and community-driven 🎯 Open to: Licensed FPC riders (federated)

On September 6, 2025, at 15:00, the town of Avelal (Sátão) hosts the 42nd edition of its historic road cycling race, integrated into the IV Beira Alta Road Cycling Cup. Organized by the Liga dos Amigos das Festas do Avelal e Conservação da Natureza, in collaboration with the Beira Alta Cycling Association, this event is open to a wide range of cyclists: amateurs, professionals, and federated athletes, both national and international, aged 17 and older. With a 105 km route, open to riders with FPC competition or CPT licenses as well as independent riders, the race brings together a competitive yet accessible peloton. Scenic roads, a community-driven organization, and a wide set of classifications and prizes make this one of the most engaging open cycling events in the region.