Aquatlo de Lousada

Duathlon events in Portugal for 2026 are organized by the Federação de Triatlo de Portugal, representing a comprehensive national calendar of competitions across various regions. These events offer diverse distances and formats, including individual and team competitions, making them accessible to a wide range of athletes from beginners to elite levels.

The competitions are linked to national championships and club series, fostering a competitive yet inclusive atmosphere. The events often take place in scenic locations throughout Portugal, providing athletes with unique landscapes and terrain challenges. The atmosphere is typically vibrant and community-focused, with some events featuring relay formats and categories for different age groups.

The Tróia Swimrun is a swimrun race held in the beautiful natural setting of the Tróia Peninsula, featuring golden sandy beaches about 17 km long and 1.5 km wide, surrounded by blue sea and the Sado River. This event perfectly embodies the spirit of swimrun, combining swimming and running through stunning landscapes.

The race offers three distances: Standard (23.6 km total with 4.4 km swimming and 19.2 km running), Sprint (15.1 km total with 3.2 km swimming and 11.9 km running), and Experience (10.8 km total with 1.2 km swimming and 9.6 km running). The courses include multiple transitions and significant elevation gains, suitable for a broad range of participants.

The event is open to all and includes a “Swimrun Kids” format to introduce younger athletes to the sport, creating a family-friendly and inclusive atmosphere. The race is supported by local partners such as the Municipality of Grândola and Clube Amiciclo Grândola, ensuring a well-organized and welcoming experience amidst unique coastal and riverine scenery.

The Duatlo Cross de Famalicão is a cross duathlon event taking place on March 22, 2026, in Vila Nova de Famalicão, Portugal. The race features a sprint distance format with segments of running and mountain biking.

The event includes multiple national championships for clubs, individuals, juniors, cadets, and paratriathlon, as well as an open race for non-licensed athletes, which can also be contested in relay teams. The race course combines urban and park terrain with a mix of asphalt, dirt, and technical singletrack trails.

Organized by Associação Amigos do Pedal with support from the Municipality of Famalicão and the Portuguese Triathlon Federation, the event attracts licensed athletes competing for national titles and offers a competitive and challenging atmosphere in a green, scenic setting around Parque da Devesa.