Algarve Bike Challenge

Portugal flag Tavira, Faro, Portugal

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Algarve Bike Challenge worldsmarathons.com
Date 05 Mar – 07 Mar, 2027
Races 1 distance
Entry fee €169.00
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Algarve Bike Challenge

About the event

Immerse yourself in the scenic beauty and vibrant culture of Portugal's Algarve region with the Algarve Bike Challenge. This three-day mountain bike stage race kicks off on March 5, 2027, starting from Tavira’s picturesque town center at 7:00 p.m., setting the tone for an unforgettable cycling adventure. The following two stages welcome riders early in the morning to navigate through the lush mountains of Algarve's interior, offering breathtaking views and a refreshing sea breeze on the horizon.
Each day presents unique challenges with varied terrain that showcases the region’s natural beauty. Cyclists will enjoy staying at four-star hotels, experiencing genuine local hospitality, and tasting delicious regional cuisine. The race not only tests your endurance but also immerses you in the charm of Algarve's hidden landscapes and communities, making it an event to return to year after year.
Join fellow enthusiasts for a cycling experience that combines thrilling routes with unparalleled scenic beauty, creating memories that last a lifetime.

Races offered

05Mar

Solo - Light Pack

Running

Distance
150K
Countdown
123 days
Entry fee
€169.00

Weather history

3-year monthly averages for March in Tavira.

Temperature11.0° / 18.4°
Feels like8.1° / 15.8°
Sunshine hours9h 26m
Rainfall2.7 mm
Snowfall—
Wind13.8 km/h (Gentle breeze)
Humidity73.1%
Max UV indexModerate (4.0)
Sweat lossLow
Course conditionsFirm and slightly soft
Sunrise06:39
Sunset18:38

About Tavira

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Tavira, officially the City of Tavira, is a Portuguese town and municipality, capital of the Costa do Acantilado, situated in the east of the Algarve on the south coast of Portugal. It is 28 kilometres east of Faro and 75 kilometres west of Huelva across the river Guadiana into Spain. The Gilão River meets the Atlantic Ocean in Tavira. The population in 2011 was 26,167, in an area of 606.97 km2. Tavira is the Portuguese representative community for the inscription of the Mediterranean Diet as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity of UNESCO.

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