Viana Granfondo by KTM

  • Sun, March 15, 2026, 09:00
  • 25 47 
  • 6 races
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Event summary

The VIANA Granfondo 2026 is a premier amateur road cycling challenge held in the scenic coastal city of Viana do Castelo, Portugal, on March 15, 2026. Open to riders of all levels (minimum age 15), the event offers three race distances:

Granfondo – 130 km

Mediofondo – 80 km

Minifondo – 60 km

Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or newer to endurance rides, you’ll find a route that suits your ambition. Riders can use road, MTB, or tandem bikes—e-bikes are not allowed.

The VIANA Granfondo is organized under the rules of the Portuguese Cycling Federation, with full respect for road safety regulations. The atmosphere combines competitive spirit with festive camaraderie, drawing up to 1,500 participants from Portugal and abroad. With categories by age and gender, plus trophies and team prizes, it’s a true celebration of cycling culture on the Atlantic coast.

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🗓️ Date: Sunday, March 15, 2026
📍 Location: Avenida de Figueiredo – Praia Norte, Viana do Castelo (start & finish)
Start time: 9:00 AM
🚲 Distances:

  • Granfondo – 130 km

  • Mediofondo – 80 km

  • Minifondo – 60 km

📦 Bib Pick-Up:

  • March 14: 10:00–19:30

  • March 15: 07:00–08:30

  • 📍 Pavilhão Municipal José Natário, Avenida do Atlântico, Viana do Castelo

🔢 Start Boxes: Assigned by payment order, with 200 riders per box
📊 Age Categories:

  • Minimum age: 15

  • Cadets (15–16): only Minifondo

  • Juniors (17–18): not allowed in Granfondo

  • Granfondo age minimum: 19 by end of 2026

⏱️ Timing: Chip-based (mandatory, on handlebar); official time = gun time
Cut-off: Finish line closes at 16:00

📌 Registration Deadline: March 13, 2026 at 18:00 or until 1500 riders
🌤️ Weather: Typically mild spring weather
🛣️ Surface: Open-road asphalt (respect for traffic code required)
📐 Format: Loop route
🅿️ Parking/Shuttle: Not specified
🧳 Drop Bag: Not provided
🚻 Toilets/Showers: Access to municipal changing rooms
🚑 Medical Support: Full assistance and emergency contact provided on bib

 


Viana do Castelo
Ponte de Lima, Portugal

Races

Minifondo 60 km Non-licensed

15 Mar, 2026
09:00
47 

Mediofondo 80 km Non-licensed

15 Mar, 2026
09:00
47 

Granfondo 130 km Non-licensed

15 Mar, 2026
09:00
47 

Granfondo 130 km Licensed

15 Mar, 2026
09:00
43 

Mediofondo 80 km Licensed

15 Mar, 2026
09:00
Original price was: 43 €.Current price is: 25 €.

Minifondo 60 km Licensed

15 Mar, 2026
09:00
43 

Benefits

🎽 Athlete kit:

  • Bib with chip (personalized until March 1)

  • Access to exclusive event gear via online store

🏅 Finisher prize:

  • Medal

  • Digital diploma

  • 2–3 professional photos

⏱️ Timing + live results by category

🛟 Safety support:

  • Medical team

  • First-aid on course

🛡️ Insurance:

  • Personal accident and liability (via Sabseg)

  • Includes coverage for death, disability, treatment, funeral

🥤 Aid stations: Multiple with food and hydration

🚿 Showers & changing rooms at municipal sports complex

🔧 Mechanical assistance:

  • Provided at start and on course (labor free, parts paid)

📸 Photography: Posted on official Facebook page

🏆 Podium awards:

  • Trophies for top 3 in each age/gender category

  • Team awards (fastest and most numerous)


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