Race Entries

Entry Periods and Prices per person. Premium package exclusive to team of two registrations.

PACK LIGHT

– € 145 per rider in the 1st Period.

– € 165 per rider in the 2nd Period.

This package includes:

  • Local accreditation and issuing of starter kit, which contains: participant-ID, starting number, precise road book,  maps, give-aways;
  • Signposting of the technical sections, dangerous sections and crossings or road intersections;
  • Mobile support personnel to warn motorists;
  • Marshalls on motorcycles ahead of the field to check the signposting and ensure the safety of all participants;
  • Marshalls on motorcycles and jeeps in the field to make sure participants keep with the rules (i.e. wear a helmet, keep road traffic regulations, don’t use escort vehicles, etc.);
  • Emergency medical team on m​otorcycles and jeeps fully equipped to help injured persons;
  • Ambulances with paramedics to further take care of injured persons;
  • Permanent contact with local emergency officials and first-aid centers to ensure assistance in case of a bigger accident;
  • Professional Start/Finish area in the respective center of the city or at certain points-of-interest, cordoned off from road traffic;
  • Professional timekeeping;
  • Results service after each stage;
  • Daily check points to keep track on all participants;
  • Several catering points per stage;
  • Tent for warm clothes deposit before stages start;
  • Bike stations at the catering points and Technical services in the paddock area (spare parts have to be paid for);
  • Office at each stage place to answer questions about regulations, course, etc;
  • Showers in the Municipal Sports Center – Pavilhão Eduardo Mansinho;
  • Self-Service bike wash;
  • Press office and services;
  • Photo and service for the participants (photos have to be paid for);
  • Official Algarve Bike Challenge jersey;
  • Official Sports bag;
  • Disbursement of prizes;
  • Finisher prize.

After confirmed the payment of the subscriptions, 10% of the total amount is kept to assure subscription expenses.

PACK PREMIUM

– € 265 per rider in the 1st Period*.

– € 282 per rider in the 1st Period*.

This package includes:

– Everything included in the Light Pack, plus:

– 2 nights of accommodation in a double/twin room at one of the Vila Galé hotels in Tavira from February 27 to March 1, including 2 breakfasts and Saturday’s buffet dinner with drinks;

– Private Bike park in the hotel with 24h surveillance.

The registration is validated upon completion and submission of the form, which implies the participant’s acknowledgment and acceptance of the race regulations.

PACK LIGHT

– € 145 per rider in the 1st Period.

– € 165 per rider in the 2nd Period.

This package includes:

  • Local accreditation and issuing of starter kit, which contains: participant-ID, starting number, precise road book,  maps, give-aways;
  • Signposting of the technical sections, dangerous sections and crossings or road intersections;
  • Mobile support personnel to warn motorists;
  • Marshalls on motorcycles ahead of the field to check the signposting and ensure the safety of all participants;
  • Marshalls on motorcycles and jeeps in the field to make sure participants keep with the rules (i.e. wear a helmet, keep road traffic regulations, don’t use escort vehicles, etc.);
  • Emergency medical team on m​otorcycles and jeeps fully equipped to help injured persons;
  • Ambulances with paramedics to further take care of injured persons;
  • Permanent contact with local emergency officials and first-aid centers to ensure assistance in case of a bigger accident;
  • Professional Start/Finish area in the respective center of the city or at certain points-of-interest, cordoned off from road traffic;
  • Professional timekeeping;
  • Results service after each stage;
  • Daily check points to keep track on all participants;
  • Several catering points per stage;
  • Tent for warm clothes deposit before stages start;
  • Bike stations at the catering points and Technical services in the paddock area (spare parts have to be paid for);
  • Office at each stage place to answer questions about regulations, course, etc;
  • Showers in the Municipal Sports Center – Pavilhão Eduardo Mansinho;
  • Self-Service bike wash;
  • Press office and services;
  • Photo and service for the participants (photos have to be paid for);
  • Official Algarve Bike Challenge jersey;
  • Official Sports bag;
  • Disbursement of prizes;
  • Finisher prize.

After confirmed the payment of the subscriptions, 10% of the total amount is kept to assure subscription expenses.

In the individual registration, only light package is available; however, it is possible to add accommodation of the same type as the premium pack for €240 (subject to availability). Once the registration is confirmed, the athlete must send an email to request availability to: info @algarvebikechallenge.com

ENTRY PERIODS

1ª ENTRIES PERIOD: FROM 25/08/2025 AT 8PM (CET-1) TO 30/09/2025 OR AS SOON AS THE AVAILABLE SPOTS FOR THIS PERIOD ARE SOLD OUT.

2ª ENTRIES PERIOD: 2 DAYS AFTER THE CLOSURE OF THE 1ST PERIOD AT 8PM (CET-1) TO 31/01/2026 OR AS SOON AS THE AVAILABLE SPOTS FOR THIS PERIOD ARE SOLD OUT.

  • Pack
  • Light
  • Available Slots per Period
  • Premium (just to Teams)
  • Available Slots per Period
  • 1st Period – 25/08 to 30/09*
  • 145 €
  • 150 riders in Teams and 100 Solo
  • 265 €
  • VG Tavira: 60 Teams
    VG Albacora: 20 Teams
  • 2nd Period – Until January 31st *
  • 165 €
  • 150 riders in Teams and 100 Solo
  • 282 €
  • VG Tavira: 50 Teams
    VG Albacora: 15 Teams

Official Algarve Bike Challenge cycling bib short

€ 80 per unit (sizes from XS to XL)

Gps Tracker Rental:

€ 12 (with this device our location during the stages will be shared online and live through a web link).

Adicional Hotel accommodation before and /or after the Race

  • Price per night in the Vila Galé Tavira**** or Albacora**** Hotels with breakfast included: € 99,00 / room (2 people)

Available for booking up to February 10th 2026, depending on the hotels availability.

Recovery Sports Massage:

Will be available to book directly during the race period.

COMPANIONS PACKAGE – EXTRA ROOM

Why not share this spectacular Algarve experience with your loved ones?! The Algarve Bike Challenge organization offers the Companions Package so they can support you while you challenge yourself on the thrilling trails of the Barrocal and Caldeirão mountains, allowing everyone to enjoy an unforgettable weekend. Exclusive to Vila Galé Albacora, enjoy shared accommodation and toast to fun and togetherness with family and friends during dinner at this fantastic ABC.

The Companions Package (exclusive to VG Albacora) costs €240 and includes 2 nights’ accommodation with breakfast in a standard double room, plus Saturday night dinner for 2 people. (Valid only for the event period).

Price for 1 companion staying in a triple room with the team: €99 (the companion will stay with the team in a double room with an extra bed. Includes 2 nights’ accommodation with breakfast and Saturday dinner).

Contact us to book this package

CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS:

If the event is postponed due to force majeure, the registration will be automatically transferred at no additional cost to the new date.

After January 30, 2026, it will no longer be possible to transfer your registration to another person.

All registrations can be cancelled with a 90% refund within 7 days of confirmation. For cancellations outside this period, the cancellation insurance (if purchased at registration for €28) may be activated.

The cancellation insurance covers a 90% refund of the registration fee if activated by February 10, 2026.

To activate this insurance and request a refund, you must contact the organization via email. From February 11, 2026 onwards, refund requests for withdrawals or cancellations will not be accepted.

The €28 fee for cancellation insurance is non-refundable under any circumstances.

If you did not purchase this insurance, the following cancellation conditions apply:

  • Until November 30, 2025: 75% refund of the total amount paid.

  • From December 1, 2025, to December 30, 2025: 50% refund of the amount paid.

  • From December 31, 2025 onwards: no refunds will be issued.