Triatlo Caldas Rainha

The Spirit of 78 Triathlon is a unique triathlon event held on October 10, 2026, along the Douro river between Porto and Gondomar, Portugal. The race starts and finishes at Freixo – Porto, celebrating the spirit of the original 1978 Hawaii triathlon with a focus on spontaneity, friendship, and a festive atmosphere.

Participation is limited to 80 athletes, including finishers from previous editions and selected newcomers. The event preserves the original competition conditions, including open water swimming supervised by friends on boats and open traffic with adherence to traffic rules. Athletes are responsible for their own support teams for nutrition and hydration, fostering a communal and supportive environment.

The Federação de Triatlo de Portugal organizes various triathlon events throughout the year, including national championships and club competitions. These events take place across different regions of Portugal, such as Algarve, Lisboa, and Madeira, offering a wide range of distances and formats suited for all athlete levels.

Open to both licensed and age group athletes, many races are integrated into national and international cups, providing competitive opportunities from grassroots to elite levels. Unique Portuguese landscapes and coastal settings enhance the racing experience, creating an inspiring and festive atmosphere for participants and supporters alike.

The Federação de Triatlo de Portugal organizes various triathlon events throughout the year, including national championships and club competitions. These events take place across different regions of Portugal, such as Algarve, Lisboa, and Madeira, offering a wide range of distances and formats suited for all athlete levels.

Open to both licensed and age group athletes, many races are integrated into national and international cups, providing competitive opportunities from grassroots to elite levels. Unique Portuguese landscapes and coastal settings enhance the racing experience, creating an inspiring and festive atmosphere for participants and supporters alike.

The Federação de Triatlo de Portugal organizes various triathlon events throughout the year, including national championships and club competitions. These events take place across different regions of Portugal, such as Algarve, Lisboa, and Madeira, offering a wide range of distances and formats suited for all athlete levels.

Open to both licensed and age group athletes, many races are integrated into national and international cups, providing competitive opportunities from grassroots to elite levels. Unique Portuguese landscapes and coastal settings enhance the racing experience, creating an inspiring and festive atmosphere for participants and supporters alike.