5th Edition Great Descent - Castelo de Bode

🏊‍♂️ 5th Edition Great Descent - Castelo de Bode 2026

The Great Descent of Castelo de Bode is an epic open water swimming competition, divided into 6 stages over 3 days in the stunning Castelo de Bode reservoir.

📅 Dates and Times

June 5, 2026 (Thursday)

• Stage 1 (8.5 km): 09:00 - Foz de Alge (Figueiró dos Vinhos) → Dornes River Beach
• Stage 2 (9.5 km): 15:30 - Dornes River Beach → Isna Velha (Vila de Rei)

June 6, 2026 (Friday)

• Stage 3 (4.5 km): 08:30 - Isna Velha → Zaboeira River Beach (Vila de Rei)
• Stage 4 (7.0 km): 11:00 - Zaboeira River Beach → Bairrada River Beach
• Stage 5 (6.5 km): 16:10 - Bairrada River Beach → Fontes River Beach (Abrantes)

June 7, 2026 (Saturday)

• Stage 6 (11.0 km): 10:00 - Fontes River Beach → Aldeia do Mato

Total Distance: ~50 km

🏊 Registration Options

Full Circuit (6 stages)

Phased Pricing:

• Phase 1: €100 (Jan 1 - Mar 31, 2026)
• Phase 2: €130 (Apr 1 - Apr 30, 2026)
• Phase 3: €190 (May 1 - May 31, 2026)

Relay Teams (2 swimmers)

Teams of 2 swimmers can register for the full circuit at the same prices.

Individual Stages

• Stage 1 (8.5 km): €60
• Stage 2 (9.5 km): €60
• Stage 3 (4.5 km): €40
• Stage 4 (7.0 km): €60
• Stage 5 (6.5 km): €60
• Stage 6 (11.0 km): €60

📋 Requirements

• Minimum Age: 14 years
• License Required: Portuguese Swimming Federation or equivalent recognized by FINA
• Escort: Each swimmer must be accompanied by kayak or boat (preferably with escort)

🏆 Prizes

Cash Prizes

• Top 3 per Stage: Monetary prizes
• Top 3 Overall: Monetary prizes

Trophies and Medals

• Top 6 Overall: Trophies
• Top 5 per Stage: Medals
• Top 3 Relay Teams: Trophies
• 🎁 Participation Souvenir for all athletes

🛟 Safety and Support

• Support Boats: Mandatory kayak or boat escort
• Medical Posts: Present at all stages
• Course Marking: Signaling buoys
• Personal Accident Insurance: Included for all participants

📝 Registration

Deadline: May 31, 2026
Late registrations: Possible until event day (subject to availability)

Register at: lxtriathlon.com/grande-descida

🏊‍♂️ Get ready for the 50 km adventure through Castelo de Bode waters! 💙