The 3rd edition of the Taça Oeste XCM BTT takes place in 2025, organized by MR3eventus, and includes five stages across the Oeste region of Portugal. This mountain bike series offers both Marathon (~60 km) and Half Marathon (~40 km) distances, open to all riders aged 18 and over, with federated and non-federated participants welcome.

The event is open to individual riders, male and female, across multiple age divisions. E-bikes are also permitted, though only Marathon participants are classified, while Half Marathon E-bikes remain non-competitive.

With its mix of rural paths, technical trails, and rolling terrain, the Taça Oeste XCM BTT provides not just a physical challenge but also a community-focused, amateur-friendly atmosphere. It blends endurance with accessibility, making it a highlight for both competitive mountain bikers and recreational riders who want to experience Portugal’s scenic countryside.

The 15th edition of BTT Terras do Toiro takes place on October 5, 2025, in the scenic trails of the Companhia das Lezírias, Porto Alto, Portugal. Organized by AREPA – Associação Recreativa do Porto Alto, this mountain biking event attracts both competitive and recreational riders with two main distances: 70 km marathon and 45 km half marathon, plus an E-Bike category.

The race offers a varied route on dirt tracks with occasional asphalt crossings, fully marked and supported by GPS tracks, control points, and local security forces. With its medium-level technical profile and rural landscape, participants face both physical and strategic challenges while enjoying the natural beauty of Ribatejo.

This community-driven event emphasizes both competition and camaraderie, featuring prizes for top athletes and teams, dedicated E-Bike classifications, and a festive post-race lunch, making it a highlight of the Portuguese MTB calendar.

The 5th Maratona BTT Cumeadense / Alqueva Lake Gin rolls out on 19 October 2025 in Reguengos de Monsaraz (Évora district), with start/finish at the Centro Cultural Cumeadense. Organized by the Centro Cultural Cumeadense’s cycling section with municipal support, the event explores rural tracks around the Alqueva region—wide dirt roads, farm lanes, and undulating countryside.

Riders can choose between two point-to-point style distances: a 60 km Marathon (Percurso B) and a 40 km Half-Marathon (Percurso A). The Marathon also accepts E-Bikes (general classification only). Although set on open roads and rural paths (traffic rules apply), the course is clearly marked and supported with on-route controls, first aid, and feed stations.

Open to men and women aged 14+, the event features overall and age-group trophies (M categories by 10-year bands; women with general classification) and a team podium. Entry options include lunch, showers, and bike wash—making it a full day out for BTT lovers of all levels.