{"product_id":"the-campus-foia-challenge","title":"The Campus Fóia Challenge","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom Sea Level to the Highest Point in the Algarve.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003eTake on an 85 km guided road cycling challenge from The Campus, Quinta do Lago, to the summit of Fóia, in the Serra de Monchique.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003eStarting at sea level and finishing at 902 metres above it, the route takes riders from the Algarve coastline into the mountains, combining rolling roads, changing landscapes and one of the region’s most iconic climbs.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRide the Roads of the Pros\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003eFóia is a legendary climb in Algarve cycling and regularly features as the summit finish of the queen stage of the Volta ao Algarve.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003eNow, you can experience the same roads and take on the final ascent where some of the world’s best cyclists have raced to the summit.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003eWith the support of a dedicated guide and support vehicle throughout the ride, the challenge is designed to bring together experienced cyclists and those ready to push themselves further.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Challenge\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e85 km\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApproximate distance\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1,300 m\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApproximate elevation gain\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e902 m\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFóia summit\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003eThe route is predominantly flat and rolling, with the main challenge saved for the final section: the climb to Fóia.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003eAfter reaching the summit, riders will descend to Monchique town centre, where the challenge concludes.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to Expect:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e• Guided road cycling experience\u003cbr\u003e• Support vehicle throughout the route\u003cbr\u003e• Mid-route snack stop in Silves\u003cbr\u003e• Lunch in Monchique\u003cbr\u003e• The Campus event kit\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEvent Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thursday, 29 October 2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeeting point:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Campus Bikeshed\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeeting time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8:30 am\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeparture:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9:00 am\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParticipants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Limited to 15 riders\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18+\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003eThe challenge is suitable for adults with a good level of fitness and sufficient cycling experience to complete an 85 km road ride, including a significant mountain climb.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReady to Take to Fóia?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003eA challenging ride, an iconic climb and a different way to experience the Algarve.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook your place at contacting us at the-campus@quintadolago.com.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"QDL Events","offers":[{"title":"Default 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