The 17º Passeio de BTT “Rota da Castanha e do Castanheiro” is a mountain bike event taking place on October 26, 2025, in Sernancelhe, Viseu. Participants can choose between two distances: 25 km and 50 km, making it suitable for a wide range of cyclists.

This event is open to all cyclists with no mention of license requirements, emphasizing accessibility and community participation. The race offers a scenic route through the chestnut and chestnut tree landscapes, providing a unique natural setting that highlights the region’s beauty.

The atmosphere is friendly and community-oriented, with opportunities for socializing and enjoying the local culture. The event also includes an optional lunch and offers a short-sleeve jersey for early registrants, enhancing the participant experience.

The Raid BTT BlackBulls 2025 is a Cross-Country Marathon (XCM) mountain bike race scheduled for October 26, 2025, in the town of Condeixa-a-Nova, Portugal. This event offers two distinct distances for participants: the Raid course of approximately 50 km with 850 m elevation gain, and the Mini-Raid course of about 25 km with 350 m elevation gain, featuring technical and physical difficulty levels of 3 and 2 respectively on a scale of 1 to 5.

The race is open to all licensed athletes with categories for men and women ranging from Sub 23 to Master 60, including paracyclists and E-MTB riders aged over 17. The courses traverse rural paths and trails across the municipalities of Condeixa, Penela, and Soure, promising a scenic and challenging off-road experience marked with signage and control points.

The event atmosphere is competitive and organized, with a start at Praça da República in Condeixa-a-Nova and timed results, but without monetary prizes. Participants receive solid and liquid refreshment points along the course and enjoy amenities such as showers and bike washing after the race.

The BTT Rota das Adegas returns for its 21st edition on November 9, 2025, in Torres Vedras, Portugal. Organized by the BTT section of Clube Académico de Penafirme, with support from the Municipality of Torres Vedras, this non-competitive cycling event celebrates both sport and the region’s cultural heritage.

The approximately 40 km course, with 600 m of elevation gain, takes riders through rural paths, forest trails, municipal roads, and public routes, highlighting the natural beauty and rich winemaking tradition of the Torres Vedras region. A key moment of the event is the visit to one of the area’s renowned wineries.

Designed for cyclists of all levels (16+), the BTT Rota das Adegas emphasizes a safe and enjoyable ride rather than competition. With a festive atmosphere, logistical support, aid stations, and community involvement, the event has become a beloved tradition for both local riders and visitors.