🏊♂️ Challenge Peguera Mallorca 2026 · Triathlon & Road Closures in Calvià
One of Mallorca’s biggest triathlon events returns to Peguera on Saturday, 17 October 2026, bringing international athletes, enthusiastic spectators and plenty of sporting action to the southwest of the island.
Challenge Peguera Mallorca is a middle-distance triathlon combining a 1.9 km swim, a 90 km cycling course and a 21.1 km run through some of Calvià’s most beautiful coastal and countryside scenery.
From the waters of Platja de Torà to the challenging cycling routes and the lively streets of Peguera, it’s a major event on Mallorca’s autumn sporting calendar.
🚧 IMPORTANT: Significant road closures and parking restrictions will affect Peguera, Calvià, Santa Ponça, Magaluf and several surrounding areas on Saturday, 17 October. Parking restrictions begin on Friday evening.
🏊♂️ The Race
The Challenge Peguera Mallorca course consists of three disciplines:
- 1.9 km swim: Two laps in the Mediterranean at Platja de Torà, including an exit and re-entry between laps.
- 90 km cycling: A technical course featuring hills, fast sections and countryside roads across the Calvià municipality.
- 21.1 km run: A route through Peguera, including its seaside promenade and central boulevard, with spectators cheering along the way.
The finish-line area at Plaça de Torà is a great place to experience the race atmosphere and support the athletes.
🚧 Road Closures · Saturday, 17 October
If you’re travelling around southwest Mallorca on race day, plan ahead. Several roads will be temporarily closed or subject to traffic restrictions.
Affected areas and announced restriction times:
- Peguera: 07:00–19:00. Multiple road closures, with signposted alternative routes for entering and leaving the area.
- Es Capdellà: 08:00–14:00. Traffic restrictions affecting access through the village and surrounding roads.
- Calvià: 08:00–14:00. The Ma-1015 between Calvià and Es Capdellà will be closed.
- Son Bugadelles: 08:00–14:15. Restrictions affecting Camí de Son Pillo and sections of the Ma-1014.
- Cala Figuera and Magaluf: 08:00–14:30.
- Sa Porrassa, Son Ferrer, El Toro and Nova Santa Ponça: 08:00–15:00.
- Santa Ponça: 08:00–15:00. Road closures will also affect access to certain parking facilities and businesses.
🚗 Alternative Routes & Access
Es Capdellà: Residents of Vall Verda can access the Ma-1031 towards Andratx via Camí de sa Coma. Alternatives towards Palma include the Ma-1032 via Galilea and Puigpunyent, or the Ma-1031 via Sa Coma towards the Ma-1.
Son Bugadelles: Access to the industrial estate will be via the Son Thomàs roundabout near the BP petrol station.
Santa Ponça: The Riu Sil public car park will be closed, and the petrol station in Costa de la Calma will not be accessible by car during the restrictions.
🅿️ Parking Restrictions Begin Friday Evening
Parking restrictions are scheduled to begin on Friday, 16 October at 21:00, continuing into Saturday.
Announced end times vary by location:
- Peguera: Saturday at 21:00
- Es Capdellà and Calvià Vila: Saturday at 14:00
- Magaluf: Saturday at 14:30
- El Toro, Nova Santa Ponça and Santa Ponça: Saturday at 15:00
The taxi rank opposite Plaça Europa in Magaluf will also be affected.
Please note: These times are based on the announced traffic plan. Restrictions may vary by individual street, so follow local signage and check for updates before travelling.
📅 Race Day Highlights
Saturday, 17 October 2026
- 08:00–08:45 – Swim warm-up at Platja de Torà
- 09:00 – Middle-distance triathlon and relay start
- 10:00 – Expo & Fair at Plaça de Torà
- 13:30 – Professional men’s flower ceremony
- 14:30 – Professional women’s flower ceremony
- 19:00 – Awards ceremony
- 20:00 – Closing event
📍 Good to Know
📅 Date: Saturday, 17 October 2026
📍 Location: Peguera and surrounding areas of Calvià, Mallorca
🏊 Swim: 1.9 km
🚴 Bike: 90 km
🏃 Run: 21.1 km
🏁 Race start: 09:00 at Platja de Torà
🎉 Finish-line activities: Plaça de Torà, Peguera
🚧 Traffic restrictions: Saturday, 17 October, with parking restrictions beginning Friday evening
For spectators: Head to Peguera to cheer on the athletes, but plan your journey carefully and allow extra time.
For residents and drivers: Check the latest official traffic notices and route information before travelling through Calvià, particularly between 07:00 and 19:00 on Saturday.
A spectacular sporting event for Mallorca – and definitely one to keep in mind when planning your weekend journeys!
