SABORES DE INVERNO – III MARATONA BTT BUTELO & CASULAS

The 12th Passeio BTT Bombeiros de Messines is a popular mountain bike event taking place on February 15, 2026, in São Bartolomeu de Messines, Faro. It offers two routes of 40 km and 60 km, catering to different experience and fitness levels.

This event is open to participants aged 14 and above (with parental authorization for under 18s), welcoming all cycling enthusiasts who wish to enjoy the beautiful landscapes of the Algarve’s barrocal and mountain areas. The 60 km route is designed for more experienced cyclists, while the 40 km route suits those looking for a more relaxed ride emphasizing leisure and nature.

The race atmosphere is friendly and community-focused, organized by the local volunteer firefighters to support the corporation and promote sport in the region. All participants receive individual classifications by age and gender categories, with trophies awarded after the event’s communal lunch.

The 1st Canicross Almoster is a mushing sports event taking place on February 15, 2026, in Alforzemel, Almoster, Santarém. It offers competitive disciplines including Canicross, Bikejoring, Scooterjoring, and Triciclo DR4, along with non-competitive activities such as a solidarity walk with or without dogs.

The event welcomes participants from 6 years old (for children’s categories) and adults, with competitive categories for males and females aged 16 and above. The race distances are approximately 5 km for most categories and 1.5 km for children’s Canicross. This event is part of the 2025/2026 Portuguese Mushing Cup, linking it to a wider national competition series.

The race course features natural terrain including trails through bushland and secondary dirt roads, providing a scenic and technical challenge. The atmosphere is inclusive and family-friendly, with specific races for children and a solidarity walk supporting animal protection organizations. The event also includes a convivial lunch and camping facilities for participants.

The Geotour Aldeias do Xisto 2026 is a mountain bike endurance event held over three days on February 20-22, 2026, in Fundão, Castelo Branco, Portugal. The race features an optional prologue of approximately 5-6 km and two main stages with distances of 70-80 km and 60-75 km, respectively, with significant elevation gains.

The event is open to all athletes aged 18 and over, federated or non-federated, with categories for solo riders (Elite, Masters, Veterans, both male and female) and a category for pairs. eBikes are allowed but do not receive classification. The race is navigated by GPS tracks provided by the organization.

The course traverses rural roads and trails through the scenic regions of Fundão, Covilhã, and Castelo Branco, offering a challenging and autonomous endurance experience. The event atmosphere combines competitive spirit with a respect for nature and local communities, including support such as medical teams, refreshments, and post-stage facilities.

The Algarve Granfondo 2026 is a long-distance open cycling event taking place on February 21, 2026, in Lagos, Portugal. The event features two main distances: approximately 130 km for the Granfondo and 90 km for the Mediofondo, both held on open roads with a maximum time limit of 5 hours and 30 minutes to complete the race.

This event is open to licensed competitive cyclists, federated participants under the Cycling for All category, and non-licensed cyclists aged 19 and older for Granfondo, and 17 and older for Mediofondo. Professional athletes may participate only by invitation and do not compete for prizes. The Algarve Granfondo is part of the national calendar and integrates activities of the Volta ao Algarve in Bicicleta, offering a non-competitive, leisure-oriented experience with electronic timing and individual time rankings.

The race offers unique scenic routes through Algarve’s landscapes with significant elevation gains (about 2000m for Granfondo and 1300m for Mediofondo), making it an inspiring challenge. The atmosphere is festive and social, emphasizing tourism, culture, and enjoyment over competition. The event also provides a structured start with several boxes for participants and invites guests to join in a premium category.