IRONMAN Portugal-Cascais

IRONMAN 70.3 Cascais delivers a bucket-list half-distance on Portugal’s Atlantic coast: a sunrise swim in Cascais Bay, a rolling bike course featuring a unique loop inside the Estoril Formula 1 circuit, and an energetic coastal half-marathon lined with supporters. Mild weather, beaches, and Lisbon just 30 minutes away make this a perfect race-and-holiday combo. The event has earned Athletes’ Choice recognition and serves as a qualifier towards the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship.

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 (FTP) organizes a variety of triathlon events throughout the year, including national championships and club competitions for the 2026 season. These events take place across various locations in Portugal, reflecting the sport’s strong presence and development in the country.

Participants can expect a range of race formats, distances, and categories, catering to both elite athletes and age group competitors. The calendar includes diverse race types such as duathlon, triathlon sprint, standard, and long-distance events, some of which count towards national championships and club rankings.

The atmosphere across these events is competitive yet inclusive, promoting fair play and community engagement within the triathlon scene in Portugal. The FTP also leads initiatives to innovate volunteer involvement and supports the sport’s growth at all levels.

Triathlon 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.