The roads of the Aldeias do Xisto are once again the hosts for another edition of the National Soapbox Racing Championships (CNCR). Running from February to December, this year the Aldeias do Xisto Circuit includes Mosteiro, Sarzedas, Sobral de São Miguel, Álvaro e Pedrógão Pequeno. In total, there are five events counting towards the CNCR:
- 1st Aldeias do Xisto Circuit Race
Mosteiro, Pedrógão Grande
12 February
- 2nd Aldeias do Xisto Circuit Race
Sarzedas, Castelo Branco
5 November
- 3rd Aldeias do Xisto Circuit Race
Sobral de São Miguel, Covilhã
19 November
- 4th Aldeias do Xisto Circuit Race
Álvaro, Oleiros
26 November
- 5th Aldeias do Xisto Circuit Race
Pedrógão Pequeno, Sertã
10 de dezembro
There are 4 competitive categories: Category A, Traditional, Modified and Trikes. There are prizes for the top three participants in each category.
The races consist of a timed descent of an asphalt ramp in traditional soapbox carts.
Additional information can be obtained, and registration carried out through the following contacts:
- Mobile phone: +351 919675275
- Email: campeonatocncr@hotmail.com
- Site: www.cncr.pt
The registration fee of €10 includes VAT at the Portuguese legal rate in force, the facilities necessary to carry out the activities, supervision of the activities, assistants, liability insurance and personal accident insurance for participants under the terms of Decree-Law 108/2009.
Established by the Trilhos do Zêzere entertainment company, the National Soapbox Racing Championship promotes an environmentally friendly form of entertainment, strengthening the connection to our scenic, cultural and gastronomic heritage. Helping to recover and maintain traditions, while at the same time boosting tourist activity wherever it is held.
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