For the first time, Portugal will be hosting a stage of the most challenging open water ultra-marathon swimming circuit, joining the UltraMarathon Swim Series organized by the World Open Water Swimming Association (WOWSA). The Travessia Lisboa-Cascais, will take place on 23-24 September with a 20km course and will be the longest race ever held in mainland Portugal. The race is part of Swim Challenge, that includes several distances races: swim-challenge.com

Starting at Doca de Belém, framed by Padrão dos Descobrimentos, the race crosses the municipalities of Lisbon, Oeiras and Cascais, finishing at Praia dos Pescadores, in the charming and picturesque bay of Cascais. 

According to Jorge Paulo Pereira, the event organizer from 3 Iron Sports, this was a unique opportunity to create one of the most challenging races in the world and be a part of a world circuit. “Being internationally recognized for our trajectory in the sport fills us with pride, in particular for open-water swimming.” 

World-class athletes will participate in the Travessia Lisboa-Cascais 20km and Travessia Oeiras Cascais 10km events, drawn to the uniqueness of swimming in the Tejo estuary and along the stunning coastline, which is like a true postcard.  

Online registrations are open at swim-challenge.com. Secure your spot in the race!