XV Maratona BTT Cidade de Faro 2026

The XV Maratona BTT Cidade de Faro 2026 is a mountain bike marathon event scheduled for October 25, 2026, in Estoi, Faro. It offers two routes: a 35 km Half Marathon with 680 meters of elevation gain and a 55 km Marathon with 950 meters of elevation gain. This event is open to participants aged 16 and older. Athletes under 16 may participate in the Half Marathon with parental consent. The race is part of the Faro Ativo 2026 program and includes a team classification, the IV "João da Roda" Trophy, named in honor of a local cycling promoter. The course consists of marked trails on municipal roads, rural paths, and trails that traverse Faro and São Brás de Alportel. The event celebrates its fifteenth year and fosters an atmosphere of camaraderie and passion for mountain biking.