Lisboa is one of the most popular cities in Europe. CHALLENGELISBOA middle-distance triathlon takes place in Parque das Nações. The park is striking contemporary architecture on the riverfront and is just 3 km from Lisbon’s international airport. Next to that, it is served by public transportation, subway, buses, taxis. The race venue is loaded with cools contemporary restaurants, night life, great for a morning jog and to practice all kinds of sports.
About the race
An idyllic swim venue, a bike course that features a freeway completely closed to traffic, a run course that’s flat and alongside the famous Tagu river, a city with a history that’s centuries old and the great portuguese hospitality are just a few of the highlights this event has to offer. It will be host to the CHALLENGEFAMILY Corporate World Cup, and will be offering pro and age-group slots for THECHAMPIONSHIP.
First, the 2 lap swim takes place at the beautiful Rossio dos Olivais, next to the famous Lisbon Oceanarium, on calm waters.
Next, the 4 lap bike course takes the athletes out of Parque das Nações and into the IC22 freeway, which will be completely closed to traffic. With ample space for everyone and the Tagus river as a backdrop, this is a mostly flat course, with a small hill climb just before turning around and heading back into town.
Finally, the 4 lap run is completely flat and alongside the Tagus river, with both paved and off-road sections.
LOCATION
Lisboa, Portugal, Europe
DISTANCE
Middle distance / Sprint distance
FEBRUARY 2022
From 17th to 21st of February 2022 in partnership with Volta ao Algarve (dates to be confirmed by the UCI calendar)
5 DAYS – 5 STAGES VOLTA ao ALGARVE Professional Cycling Tour
4 AND 5 STAR HOTELS
Participants will stay in the same Hotel groups as the main Pro Tour teams – such as Ineos, Quick Step, Trek, Cofidis and others.
THE CHALLENGE
Dont just watch the pros be part of it with the Ride Across Algarve Event
The Ride Across Portugal concept, was adapted on Ride Across Algarve to discover some of the best Algarve sceneries.
Challenge stages, with timed sections and pit stops, designed on quiet roads surrounded by beautiful landscapes.
The perfect mix between sport, and local culture and gastronomy.
FEBRUARY 2022
From 15th to 20th of February 2022 in partnership with Volta ao Algarve (dates to be confirmed by the UCI calendar)
5 DAYS – 4 STAGES PLUS ALGARVE GRANFONDO
Beginning Wednesday ending Sunday, with the participating on the Algarve Granfondo on the last day.
4 AND 5 STAR HOTELS
Participants will stay in the same Hotel groups as the main Pro Tour teams – such as Ineos, Quick Step, Trek, Cofidis and others.
DIFFICULTY
Designed on flatter and mountain roads, each stage will have an approximate distance of 110 km/75 miles and 1.500 m of accumulated climbs.
THE CHALLENGE
The Ride Across Portugal concept, was adapted on Ride Across Algarve to discover some of the best Algarve sceneries.
Challenge stages, with timed sections and pit stops, designed on quiet roads surrounded by beautiful landscapes.
The perfect mix between sport, and local culture and gastronomy.
The 3rd Edition of Granfondo Lisboa will take place on 3rd October 2021 within the scope of Lisbon European Capital of Sport 2021.
The Granfondo has a distance of 124 km with two timed sectors.
The accumulated height difference is 1,600m (d +), in a course with 5 challenging climbs.
Start and finish are at Parque das Nações, with the race office scheduled for the Pavilion of Knowledge.
