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<p>The Open Race of the Portuguese Cup XCM Lagos will take place on September 21, 2025, in Bensafrim, Lagos (Faro, Portugal). Organized by the Algarve Cycling Association with the support of the Municipality of Lagos and Grupo Popular das Portelas, this event is a competitive amateur mountain bike marathon open to both federated and non-federated athletes.</p> <p>The course spans 40 km, combining rural and natural tracks with a challenging but accessible profile. Riders will compete under official Portuguese Cycling Federation regulations, with individual classifications by time and order of arrival. The race has a 3h30 cut-off.</p> <p>This event offers a unique opportunity for MTB enthusiasts to experience the spirit of the Portuguese Cup XCM while also supporting local cycling development. With insurance coverage, safety control, and prize awards for the top th</p>

<p>The II Trilhos das Terras do Vasco takes place on September 21, 2025, in Casal Vasco, Fornos de Algodres. Organized by the Freguesia do Casal Vasco with the support of AVCAT – Associação Vila Chã Aldeia Trail de Portugal, the event promotes trail running and outdoor sports in the region, attracting athletes from different locations to experience the local scenery.</p> <p>The program offers three options: a Trail of approximately 15 km (450D+), a Mini Trail of approximately 9 km (300D+), and a 9 km hike, all run predominantly on trails, rural paths, and dirt roads surrounding Casal Vasco. Participation is open to all athletes, federated or not, aged 16 and over for the Trail, and from 14 years old (with consent) for the Mini Trail.</p> <p>With a friendly and community-focused atmosphere, the event also includes on-course support, safety measures, and post-race conviviality, including the possibility of joining the shared lunch after the race.</p>

<p>The 8th Correr pela Europa will take place on 21 September 2025 in Vila Nova de Santo André, Portugal, celebrating the European Mobility Week and the European Car-Free Day. This community sports event promotes healthy lifestyles through a 10 km run, a 5 km walk, and multiple children’s races for participants up to 17 years old. The competitive 10 km is open to adults aged 18 and over, with multiple age categories for fair competition, while the walk is open to all ages. The children’s events feature various age‑specific distances, offering a festive family atmosphere. The circuit takes participants through an urban route, creating a safe and well‑organised environment for both competitive and recreational runners.</p>

<p>Get ready to ride through the heart of Alto Minho in the Monção e Melgaço Granfondo 2025, taking place on September 21, 2025, in Melgaço, Portugal. Known for its lush green hills, vineyard landscapes, and historic charm, this event offers a scenic and challenging experience for all cycling enthusiasts.</p> <p>Whether you’re chasing distance or simply the thrill of the ride, choose from three route options — Granfondo, Mediofondo, and Minifondo — each open to both licensed and non-licensed cyclists. With impeccable organization and legendary Portuguese hospitality, this is more than a race: it’s a celebration of endurance, nature, and cycling culture.</p>