The team of the Motorcycle Touring Committee of the Portuguese Motorcycle Federation confirms the return of an adventure that, in the good old-fashioned way of the early years, is for all motorcycles, but not for all motorcyclists. An edition that will be demanding in terms of driving, with many secondary roads in sparsely populated regions, with many curves and some dirt roads, essential for the true discovery of a truly unique and surprising country.
With registrations open until May 19 at les-a-les.com, progressing at a good pace, it is expected that many motorcyclists will accept the challenge and present themselves at the Technical and Document Checks in Portimão on June 6. And that, on that same day, they will have fun at the Opening Ride, through the beaches of the municipality of Portimão, from where they will head to Évora the next day. A very demanding stage through the Algarve mountains, before a more rolling, but longer day, crossing the Alentejo towards Covilhã.
The second stage starts from the heart of the city recognized by UNESCO as World Heritage, passing through Crato where BMW Motorrad will welcome the entire caravan with the usual entertainment and affection, at the Oasis set up in the small and beautiful village of Flor da Rosa. A refreshing stop before continuing the journey to Vila Velha de Rodão, where the renovated surroundings of the Tower of King Vamba will allow you to enjoy spectacular and unique views of the Gates of Rodão.
From this cliff overlooking the Tagus River and of great strategic importance since the 12th century, one must retrace their steps to Tinalhas, in the municipality of Castelo Branco, where the local Motorcycle Club makes a point of showcasing the bust that honors Father José Fernando. And that will be next to other stone pieces, related to motorcycling, including the Archangel Saint Raphael, protector and patron of all motorcyclists.
Divine protection for the colorful peloton on the incursion into Spanish lands through the Monfortinho border over the Erges River, for a new visit to the Motoval facilities in Valverde del Fresno with promises of ‘a great party’. After greeting the representative of Dunlop, who has been supporting the Lés-a-Lés for several years and where there is always music and spit-roasted pig, the return to Portugal will be made through Penamacor. And with a reception in the renovated space of the historic center and in the castle.
A stop to catch your breath before tackling the last kilometers to Covilhã, a motorcycle-friendly city and a privileged gateway to the Serra da Estrela. In the Wool Capital, the proposal launched by the hospitable and always fun Snow Wolves is to enjoy the late afternoon and early evening to appreciate the urban art in the city with the most murals per square meter.
Últimos momentos de relaxe no 26.º Portuga de Lés-a-Lés antes da última etapa que levará os resistentes desde a Covilhã até Penafiel, numa tirada longa e muito exigente. Onde as paisagens e muito motivos de interesse ajudarão a superar o esforço que se exige numa verdadeira aventura. Uma aventura à moda antiga…
