What are the secretariat and start times?

The secretariat operates on September 12 from 15:00 to 18:00 and on September 13 from 07:00 to 08:00; starts are at 09:00 (E-Bikes), 09:05 (Marathon), and 09:10 (Half-Marathon).

How can I register and what is the deadline?

Registrations are done online until 23:59 on September 8, 2026, or until the limit of 500 participants is reached.

Where does the event take place and what terrain types are there?

The event takes place in Castro Verde and neighboring municipalities, on rural paths and trails, with 45 km and 75 km routes.

What equipment is mandatory to participate?

Wearing a protective helmet throughout the course is mandatory. Use of a mobile phone and GPS is also recommended for safety.

How can I contact the organization for more information?

You can contact the organization by email at nscpcv_csr@hotmail.com or by phone at 968 858 315 (Pedro Pacheco).

II Maratona BTT Campo Branco 2026 | Castro Verde | Sep 13

About the Event

🚴 II Maratona BTT Campo Branco 2026

The second edition of the Maratona BTT Campo Branco takes place on September 13, 2026, in Castro Verde, organized by the Núcleo Sporting Clube de Portugal de Castro Verde in partnership with Campaniços Sobre Rodas. This non-competitive mountain bike event promotes cycling in rural settings, emphasizing individual and collective effort, and is part of the Cycling For All category.

The routes run through rural paths in Castro Verde and neighboring municipalities, offering two options: Half-Marathon of approximately 45 km (medium/easy level) and Marathon of about 75 km (medium level), including a 75 km E-Bike variant. The routes are marked and have control points to ensure full course completion.

🏔️ Variants

Marathon BTT – ±75 km · Start 09:05 · Open to 18+ years (authorization for 17 years old)
Half-Marathon BTT – ±45 km · Start 09:10 · From 16 years old (with authorization for minors)
Marathon E-Bike – ±75 km · Start 09:00 · Open to 16+ years

⏰ Schedule

September 12: Secretariat from 15:00 to 18:00 at NSCP Castro Verde headquarters
September 13:
- 07:00 to 08:00 – Secretariat and kit pickup at Escola EB 2,3 António Francisco Colaço
- 07:00 to 08:30 – Breakfast at Escola EB 2,3 António Francisco Colaço
- 09:00 – E-Bikes start
- 09:05 – Marathon start
- 09:10 – Half-Marathon start
- 10:45 – Expected arrival of 1st Half-Marathon participant
- 11:30 – Expected arrival of 1st Marathon participant
- 11:30 – Half-Marathon awards
- 12:00 – Marathon awards