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The 15º Passeio de BTT “Pelos Trilhos do Companheirismo” is a mountain bike tour taking place on October 5, 2025, in Costa de Caparica, Setúbal. This event offers two routes: a 20 km trail designed for beginners and children, and a 40 km trail with medium to high difficulty for more experienced cyclists, both guided.

Open to all cyclists aged 6 and above, the event emphasizes participation and companionship rather than competition, with no prizes awarded, only commemorative tokens. The route runs through rural paths and trails in the Almada and Seixal municipalities, encouraging respect for traffic rules and environmental care.

The atmosphere is friendly and inclusive, suitable for families and riders of all levels, with support vehicles on course and a mid-route refreshment station. The event includes a communal lunch, bike washing facilities, and a chance to enjoy camaraderie among participants.

The Assalto ao São Bartolomeu 2025 is a mountain bike individual time trial event taking place on October 5, 2025, in Sanguedo, Santa Maria da Feira. This race offers categories for traditional MTB and electric MTB (e-bike), providing unique opportunities for riders with different bike types to compete against the clock.

Participants range from juniors to masters, including elite men and women, with a requirement for federation license holders. The event is organized by Clube BTT Sanguedo in partnership with local authorities and features a challenging off-road course designed to test riders’ endurance and speed in a festive yet competitive atmosphere.

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 Maratona BTT Serra da Estrela returns on 5 October 2025 in Manteigas, Portugal, starting in front of the Municipal Council building. Organized by Grupo BTT de Manteigas with support from the Associação de Ciclismo da Beira Interior, the event showcases the Serra da Estrela through four distances designed for different experience levels: Mini Marathon (≈26 km), Half Marathon (≈46 km), Short Marathon (≈72 km), and the Elite Marathon (≈87 km).

Open to “Ciclismo para Todos” riders (federated and non-federated) from age 17+, the event also hosts the 5th round of the Taça de Portugal XCM, run under UCI/UVP-FPC regulations for eligible categories. Under-19 athletes must enter the non-competitive Mini Marathon.

Expect authentic mountain terrain—long climbs, technical descents, rural roads and open public sections—fully signposted and supported. With a strong community vibe, multiple aid zones, and post-race services (showers, bike wash, safety and medical support), it’s a signature day out in Portugal’s highest mountain range.