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Masseiras MTB

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Póvoa de Varzim, Porto, Portugal

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About the Event

The legendary Raid das Masseiras is back, kicking off the mountain bike season on February 1, 2026 with its classic return to the rural heart of Póvoa de Varzim. This highly anticipated event is a flagship fixture in Northern Portugal's cycling calendar, challenging participants across two demanding routes of 35 km and 46 km. Cyclists will traverse the unique and picturesque "masseiras," the traditional farming landscapes distinctive to the region's coastline. With participation expected to exceed 1,200 riders, securing your registration early is strongly advised to guarantee your place at the start line. Don't miss this opportunity to join a major cycling classic and experience the rugged beauty of Póvoa de Varzim's trails.

Races Offered

35 km MTB

Feb 01, 2026

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Distance — 35K

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Type — Cycling, Others

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09:30

50 km MTB

Feb 01, 2026

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Distance — 51K

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Type — Cycling, Others

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09:30

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for February in Póvoa de Varzim.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 7.9° / 16.3°

wb_sunny 4.1° / 13.9°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 13.2 /

water_drop 74.6%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 7.9° / 16.3°

wb_sunny 4.1° / 13.9°

air 13.2 km/h

water_drop 74.6%

About Póvoa de Varzim

Learn more about the host city, Póvoa de Varzim.

Póvoa de Varzim is a city in the Douro Litoral, Norte region of Portugal. It has 40,000 inhabitants (2011). The town lies on the Portuguese Coastal Way of the Camino de Santiago.