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Granfondo do Porto

Porto, Portugal · 2026: April 26

VERDICT Scenic Douro masterpiece blending savage climbs with wine country bliss.

71
LAB SCORE
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Course verdict

Hilly road loop through Douro Valley's terraced vineyards, blending relentless climbs with sweeping descents and river views.[2]

Course Profile ratings for this race. Select a point for its explanation. LOGISTICS4/5LENGTH3/5TECHNICAL3/5ELEVATION3/5CLIMATE4/5ALTITUDE2/5ADVENTURE4/5 23/35
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Course Overview

81 mi
Distance
5,200 ft
Elevation
Porto, Portugal
Location
April 26, 2026
Date
Field Size
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Entry Cost
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The Course

Hilly road loop through Douro Valley's terraced vineyards, blending relentless climbs with sweeping descents and river views.

Signature challenge: The return via Muro do Cadão, a 3.1km beast at 10.2% that breaks the field in spectacular wine country.

SURFACE COMPOSITION
Course
paved 100%
paved 100%gravel 0%other 0%
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MILE
Muro do Cadão
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Favaios Climb
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Tabuaço Ascent
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April 26, 2026 GRANFONDO DO PORTO
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Durability
4
Climbing
6
VO2 Power
5
Threshold
8
Technical
6
Heat
6
Altitude
4
Race Specificity
8
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Race Logistics

Parking
Available at Douro Rio Café car park near Av. do Douro start line.
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Frequently Asked Questions

In late spring near Peso da Régua, Portugal, riders enjoy mild April temperatures ideal for the 81-mile course through harmonious Douro surroundings.[1]

Starting and finishing in Peso da Régua, the event provides drink stations, medical assistance, showers, and electronic chip timing for smooth execution.[2]

The Granfondo do Porto route winds through the scenic Alto Douro Wine Region, featuring the challenging 3.1 km Muro do Cadão climb at 10.2% gradient near Peso da Régua.[1]

As a regional Portuguese granfondo without UCI status, it holds less prestige than decade-celebrated national icons like the 2015 inaugural Douro race.[1]

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Sources & Citations

Research sources used to build this race profile. Always verify details with official race sources before making travel or registration decisions.

  1. Official Official Websitebikeservice.pt/en/event/douro-granfondo/
  2. Other Sources Worldsmarathonsworldsmarathons.com/marathon/douro-granfondo
  3. Other Sources Granfondoguidewww.granfondoguide.com/Events/Index/8605/porto-gaia-granf...
  4. Other Sources Portugalbiketoursportugalbiketours.com/join-us-at-the-douro-granfondo-and-...