Superbike World Championship returns to the Algarve International Racetrack this March
Portimão will host the European series’ first round – March 10, 2025 From March 28-30, the Algarve International Racetrack (AIA), in Portimão, will host the first round of the Superbike World Championship European series. Nine races will be held for the first European stage of the year, as well as other entertainment for the entire weekend, which is expected to attract a significant number of fans of the sport. In addition to...
Portimão hosting the biggest surfing festival ever in the Algarve until March 9
The festival brings together more than a hundred surfers for the World Parasurf League and Portimão Pro Junior – March 6, 2025 Directed by international photographer and artist João Bracourt, the competition combines surfing, art and music, promoting a relaxed approach focused on respecting nature and local culture. Taking place at Praia da Rocha, Portimão’s SURFEST will continue until Sunday, March 9, with The World Parasurf League...
Cycling’s grand event Volta ao Algarve 2025 is back
The 51st edition of the race promises new challenges, with revamped routes through stunning landscapes, highlighting the region’s capacity to host top-tier events – February 18, 2025 | Photo Volta ao Algarve Volta ao Algarve (or Algarve Tour), which attracts thousands every year, returns for its 51st edition this Wednesday, February 19. As part of this year’s competition, the route has been revamped to highlight the region’s iconic...
Rhythmic Gymnastics Tournament returns to Portimão this January 11-12
200 Portuguese Athletes to compete in the 6th edition of the CIRM Rhythmic Gymnastics Tournament – January 9, 2025 Photo Clube de Instrução e Recreio Mexilhoeirense (CIRM) Every year, the Portimão Arena shines with the elegance of rhythmic gymnastics, and this year is no exception. The 6th edition of the CIRM Rhythmic Gymnastics Tournament promises a spectacular event for the whole family to enjoy after the festive season, free to...
United through Football: FC Carvoeiro United celebrates its milestone 10th anniversary
Overcoming challenges, FC Carvoeiro United has steadily grown in its first decade, becoming a cherished hometown club for the people of Carvoeiro with big plans for the future – December 20, 2024 | Text Michael Bruxo | Photos Mário Moreira Yannick Nicklaus and Sandro Pacheco, co-founders It’s the kind of thought that almost any young football fan has at least once in their life – “what if I created my very own football club?” This is...
Lagoa to welcome Elite Algarve Box Cup this December
The competition is set to be the largest boxing event in the Algarve and one of the biggest in Portugal, with over 120 elite athletes from 17 countries – November 11, 2024 | Photo Pixabay The Algarve Box Cup will take place for the third year in a row in Lagoa, an international boxing event that features top-tier male and female boxers. The 3rd edition of the competition features elite boxing athletes, making it a one-of-a-kind...
Founder of Algarve Racetrack Paulo Pinheiro honoured with Medal of Tourism Merit by Portuguese government
A “visionary figure” who left a “profound legacy in the Algarve region by turning AIA into one of the most important circuits in the world” – October 2, 2024 The Portuguese government has posthumously awarded a Medal of Tourism Merit to Paulo Pinheiro, founder of the Algarve International Racetrack (AIA). A statement from the Regional Development Commission of the Algarve (CCDR Algarve) praises the work of...
Inaugural ‘Swim Party’ in Portugal a big success, bringing together 70 sports enthusiasts from different nationalities
Organisers plan to host the second Swim Party next year, making it a yearly community event to bring sports enthusiasts together – September 10, 2024 | Text Beatriz Maio | Photos Joe Mann Got it Shots ©Joe Mann Got it Shots Dedication, effort and passion drove 70 athletes to take part in a new open-water swimming competition. It was at Praia do Carvalho that the 10-kilometre sea race began on August 24, bringing together sports...
Algarve nature trails: Explore the region’s heritage with incredible landscapes and adrenaline-fuelled rides
An adventure along the coast – September 3, 2024 | Text Beatriz Maio The Mountain Bike Adventure Along the Western Algarve, there are plenty of spectacular cycling routes, suitable for both beginners and seasoned riders. Marrying physical activity with the stunning views of southern Portugal’s coast, these trails offer the perfect combination for a healthy and enjoyable outing. Around Lagos, there are several dirt roads and...
Via Algarviana network launches new guide for walking holidays in the Algarve
For travellers searching where to sleep and eat and interesting activities, the app Via Algarviana offers a trusted guide – August 29, 2024 The Via Algarve website and app have recently launched a “Certified Partner Network”, focused on providing walkers and cyclists with a trusted guide to the region’s interior, in response to the growing interest in more secluded areas of the Algarve. The project aims to promote sustainable...
