Embark on the exhilarating Ride Across Portugal and traverse the diverse landscapes of the country with fellow riders from around the world. Starting at the rugged northern border and concluding at the sun-soaked southern coast, this epic journey spans the entirety of Portugal in six unforgettable stages.Cyclists will pedal along some of Portugal's most picturesque roads, including a thrilling ascent to Alto da Torre, the highest point on the mainland at 1,993 meters. This iconic peak, nestled in the stunning Serra da Estrela mountain range, offers breathtaking views and serves as a significant milestone in the Ride Across Portugal experience.

Throughout the ride, participants will have the opportunity to ride alongside Portugal's major rivers, providing stunning vistas to capture their imagination. For those seeking a competitive edge, timed segments in each stage offer a chance to test their skills and vie for stage rankings and overall victory in both men's and women's categories.

The carefully selected official hotels of the Ride Across Portugal enhance the overall experience by providing quality accommodations in strategic locations near the start and finish points of each stage. This ensures comfort and convenience for participants, allowing them to focus on the incredible journey ahead.

Races offered by this event

You have 22 weeks to prepare

RAP North (stages 1, 2 & 3)

25 May, 2025 (Sun)

Cycling

391 km

6510 m of elevation gain

RAP Full (6 days - 7 nights)

25 May, 2025 (Sun)

Cycling

730 km

9800 m of elevation gain

RAP South (stages 4, 5 & 6)

29 May, 2025 (Thu)

Cycling

346 km

3200 m of elevation gain

Course details

Course highlights

PROGRAMME SUNDAY LISBOA – HUMBERTO DELGADO AIRPORT 8.00 am – Athletes’ reception, Lisboa – Peso da Régua athletes, luggage and bicycles transfer 9.00 am – Transfer departure from Lisboa to Peso da Régua PORTO – SÁ CARNEIRO AIRPORT 12:30 pm – Athletes’ reception, Porto – Peso da Régua, athletes, luggage and bicycles transfer 01:30 pm – Transfer departure from Porto Airport to Peso da Régua * Participants who travel to the transfer departure points by car, and intend to leave it in Lisbon or in Porto, will have to find the solution to safely park the vehicles by their own means. DOURO-ARMAMAR 3:30 pm – 6.30 pm – Bicycle assembly 3.30 pm – 7.00 pm – Registration at the Registration Office 4.00 pm – Estimated arrival time of Lisbon and Porto transfers 7.00 pm – 7.30 pm – Briefing 7.30 pm – 9.00 pm – Wellcome dinner MONDAY TO FRIDAY 09.30 pm – Stage Departure 13.30 pm – 16.00 pm – Stage Arrival – Estimated athletes’ time of arrival 19.30 pm – Dinner SATURDAY 10.00 am – Last Stage Departure 01.00 pm – 02:00 pm – Stage Arrival – Estimated athletes’ time of arrival 01.00 pm – 03:00 pm – Recovery meal 03.00 pm – 05:00 pm – Disassembly and bicycle packing 05.00 pm – 07:00 pm – Riders recovering relax (beach, swimming pool and terraces) 07.30 pm – Final dinner/party and Trophies Ceremony SUNDAY 08.00 am – Transfers departure to Faro and Lisboa Airports

Start address

Douro, Portugal

Finish address

Porches, Portugal

What’s included in entry

These are included in your entry

Finisher medal

Timing chip (rental)

laundry-service

Event T-shirts

Drink Stations

Bag drop

mechanical-assistance

jersey

bike-box-transfer

Nutrition Stations

Medical Assistance

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