EuroBEC Granfondo

BTT AFIFE 2026 is a recreational mountain bike event taking place on April 19, 2026, in Afife, Viana do Castelo, Portugal. The event features three distinct activities: a 35 km mountain bike ride, a 20 km mountain bike ride, and a 10 km walk.

The event is open to all participants in good physical condition, with no classification or ranking for the races. The start and finish are located at Pavilhão Municipal David Freitas in Afife. The courses traverse trails and paths in the parishes of Afife and Carreço, with medium difficulty terrain.

Participants can enjoy a supportive and recreational atmosphere with institutional support from local municipalities and parishes. The event also includes team prizes for the three most numerous teams and a raffle for three vouchers.

The Granfondo Torres Vedras is a cycling race taking place on May 28, 2024, in Torres Vedras, Portugal. This event offers multiple distance options to accommodate cyclists of various experience levels.

Open to all licensed cyclists, the race is part of the national cycling calendar, attracting a competitive field. Participants will enjoy a course featuring diverse terrain, including challenging climbs and scenic road sections through the picturesque region surrounding Torres Vedras.

The race atmosphere blends competitive spirit with community engagement, offering an exciting experience for all riders. Additional events such as team competitions and relay formats may be included to broaden participation.

The IV Gião Bike Challenge by AJ Carvalho 2026 is a mountain bike race taking place on April 4, 2026, in Gião, Vila do Conde, Portugal. It offers two challenging distances: the Gião Extreme Challenge of approximately 140 km with around 3500 meters of elevation gain and a time limit of 13 hours, and the Gião Race Challenge of approximately 70 km with about 1800 meters of elevation gain and an 8-hour time limit. Both routes are navigated exclusively by GPS, making the race a true test of navigation skills and endurance.

This event is open to individuals and pairs aged 18 and above, emphasizing personal autonomy and preparedness. The race features a rugged terrain mainly consisting of trails, paths, and unpaved roads, crossing public roads and rural properties, which requires attention and respect for safety rules. The race has a competitive spirit with various categories including elite, age groups, e-bikes, and teams, with awards for top finishers in each category. The atmosphere combines extreme endurance sport with a convivial final gathering, embracing technology and adventure.

In parallel, there is a solidarity walk of about 8 km and a bike gincana for children, making the event inclusive for families and different participant profiles. The race’s use of GPS tracking instead of physical markings enhances safety and the challenge, distinguishing it as an innovative endurance mountain bike event.

The I Raid BTT Braguinhas – A Pedro Braga is a leisure active mountain bike raid taking place on April 26, 2026, starting at 9:30 AM near the football field of Padim da Graça in Braga, Portugal. The event features a single 45 km open circuit route through forest trails and rural paths across the Braga and Barcelos municipalities.

This race is open to all athletes aged 17 and above without the need for a sports license, promoting group spirit, mutual help, social interaction, and healthy sports practice. It includes categories for elite men and women, masters, sub-23, and e-bike riders, making it accessible to a wide range of participants.

The event offers a festive and supportive atmosphere focused on enjoyment and community, with food and drink provided along the route and at the finish line, as well as additional services like bike washing and hot showers.