XVIII Maratona de MTB Terras do Montado

The Meeting ACBI & 8º Encontro Regional Escolas is a gravel and mountain bike ride event taking place on December 6, 2025, at the Municipal Pools of Sabugal in Guarda, Portugal. The event starts at 9:00 AM with a route of approximately 40 km of medium difficulty through the parish of Sabugal and Aldeia Santo António.

This event is open to all interested cyclists, requiring a personal registration and adherence to safety rules, including mandatory helmet use. It is not a competitive race but a guided cycling ride with marked routes and organizational support to ensure safety and smooth flow.

The atmosphere is friendly and inclusive, focusing on community and enjoyment of local landscapes, with extras such as refreshments, a meal, a gift, shower facilities, insurance, and a convivial gathering after the ride. This creates a festive and social environment ideal for cyclists of different levels.

The Raid BTT “Serra Mar” 2025 is a non-competitive mountain bike event scheduled for Saturday, December 6, 2025, taking place from Ameixial to Quarteira in Faro, Portugal. The main route covers approximately 70 km, while a shorter 40 km version starts at Querença.

This event is open to all mountain bike enthusiasts aged 18 and over for the 70 km route, and from 15 years old with adult supervision for the 40 km route, making it accessible to a wide range of riders. Although the raid is not timed and has no official rankings, it offers a well-organized experience with multiple aid stations along the course.

Participants will enjoy the natural landscapes of the Algarve region, riding through varied terrain with open trails that may include encounters with local fauna and other trail users. The atmosphere is friendly and inclusive, emphasizing enjoyment of the sport and nature rather than competition. The event also provides amenities such as breakfast, refreshments, and a post-ride snack, fostering a welcoming community vibe.

The XIII Raid Marafade “25 Anos a Marafar por aí” is a popular cycling event held on December 7, 2025, in Portimão, Faro. This event offers three routes with varying difficulty levels: Mini-Marathon (22 km), Half-Marathon (33 km), and Marathon (66 km, two laps), catering to cyclists of different experience and fitness levels.

The event is open to all participants aged 16 and above, without competitive pressure as it is a leisure ride with timing for information only on the longer routes. The course is fully marked and takes place entirely on private terrain, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience. The atmosphere is relaxed and inclusive, welcoming riders from various clubs, groups, and individuals.

Participants can enjoy scenic cycling through the private Morgado de Arge estate and surrounding areas with no road crossings, supported by solid and liquid refreshment stations and post-ride shower facilities. Awards and commemorative souvenirs are provided to all who complete their chosen routes, with special prizes for top finishers in the longer distances and for the youngest and oldest participants.