Algarve Bike Challenge

The UCI Gran Fondo World Series Coimbra Region is Portugal’s most international mass-participation cycling weekend, and the only Iberian qualifier on the UCI Gran Fondo calendar. Across two days, riders 19+ tackle a 10:00 Individual Time Trial in Coimbra (Sat, 28 Feb 2026) and the Granfondo/Mediofondo mass start in Montemor-o-Velho (Sun, 1 Mar 2026, 09:00). Courses are fully timed, with age-group results by gender under UCI “Cycling for All” rules. The ITT rolls along the Mondego with medium difficulty, while Sunday’s routes cut through castle vistas, rice fields and river plains. Licensed and non-licensed cyclists are welcome (one-day license available), but note TT bikes are not allowed in Granfondo/Mediofondo. Top finishers by age group earn qualification rights for the 2026 UCI Gran Fondo World Championships (Niseko, Japan), making this a weekend that blends performance, scenery, and a real shot at Worlds.

The 16th Edition Passeio/Marathon BTT “Já T’Agarro” is a mountain bike marathon event taking place on March 1, 2026, starting at Largo da Liberdade in Branca, Coruche, Santarém district.

The event offers two distances: a 70 km marathon and a 40 km half-marathon, open to all participants without the need for a sports license. The marathon requires GPS navigation, while the half-marathon is marked along the route.

This non-competitive event emphasizes tourism and culture, featuring routes on municipal roads, trails, and paths in the Branca parish, with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere including a pedestrian walk and a communal lunch.

The XXXVII Passeio de Cicloturismo das Amendoeiras em Flor 2026 is a cycling tour event scheduled for March 1, 2026, in Vila Nova de Foz Côa, Guarda district, Portugal. The event begins at 09:00, with the route covering approximately 50 km starting and finishing in Foz Côa with a stop for refreshments in the Almendra parish.

This leisurely cycling event is open to all participants, emphasizing enjoyment, fitness, and camaraderie rather than competition, with an average speed of 17 km/h recommended. The event is integrated into the local Amendoeira em Flor festivities, providing a unique cultural and scenic experience among the blossoming almond trees and the beautiful landscape of the region.

The atmosphere is relaxed and festive, with a focus on community and social interaction. Additional activities include a 10 km walk available for companions, and the event culminates with an included lunch, making it a welcoming occasion for cyclists and families alike.

The 15th Marathon “Rota do Casqueiro” is a mountain bike marathon event taking place on March 1, 2026, in Vila Nova de Santo André, Setúbal district, Portugal. It offers two routes: a competitive 70 km marathon with GPS support, and a more leisure-oriented 40 km half-marathon, both held simultaneously.

The event is open to licensed athletes and non-licensed participants, with the marathon reserved for riders aged 19 and above, and the half-marathon for those aged 14 to 75 years. The marathon is part of the Regional XCM Cup of the Setúbal Cycling Association, adding competitive value for federated cyclists.

The course features rural paths and trails through the municipalities of Santiago do Cacém and Grândola, showcasing the Alentejo region’s landscape and cultural heritage. The atmosphere promotes sport, regional tradition, and environmental awareness, making it appealing for all levels of mountain biking enthusiasts.