MessengerVIII Edition Trail Trilhos de Pina Manique
Event summary
The VIII Edition of Trail Trilhos de Pina Manique is a trail running event taking place on April 26, 2026, in Manique do Intendente, Azambuja, Portugal. It offers three distances: a competitive Trail of 23 km, a Mini Trail of 13 km, and a non-competitive 10 km walk.
The event welcomes runners of various ages, starting from 16 years for the Mini Trail and 18 years for the full Trail, open to both federated and non-federated athletes. The race is part of the local festivities of the Festa das Tasquinhas de Manique do Intendente 2026, adding a festive community atmosphere.
The courses traverse the scenic trails around Manique do Intendente and neighboring villages, starting at Largo Pina Manique and finishing at Largo dos Imperadores, with clear trail markings and safety support. The event includes classifications by age groups, general classification, and team competitions, alongside special awards for local residents and the oldest finishers, making it inclusive and competitive for all participants.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Juvenile M/F (16-17 years)
• Junior M/F (18-19 years)
• Sub 23 M/F (20-22 years)
• Seniors M/F (23-39 years)
• M/F40 (40-44 years)
• M/F45 (45-49 years)
• M/F50 (50-54 years)
• M/F55 (55-59 years)
• M/F60 (60+ years)
Start/finish locations: Start at Largo Pina Manique, finish at Largo dos Imperadores, Manique do Intendente
Cut-off times: Last participant must arrive by 14:00; intermediate cutoff for Trail 23K at 3 hours
Bib pick-up time and location:
• April 25, 2026, 10:00–23:00
• April 26, 2026, 07:00–09:00
• Location: Secretariat near the Union of the Parishes of Manique do Intendente, Vila Nova de S. Pedro and Maçussa
Participants limit:
• Trail 23K and Mini Trail 13K: 800 athletes total
• Caminhada (walk) 10K: no limit
Registration deadline: April 12, 2026
Surface types: Trail paths around Manique do Intendente and surrounding villages
Course format: Point-to-point trails starting and finishing in central village locations
Race routes:
• Trail 23 Km
• Mini Trail 13 Km
• Caminhada 10 Km (non-competitive)
Timing method: Electronic chip timing for Trail and Mini Trail
Toilets and aid station placement:
• Trail 23K has 3 aid stations with solids and liquids
• Mini Trail and Caminhada have 2 aid stations
Parking and shuttle details: Parking must be at locations designated by the organization; no parking allowed near start/finish
Prizes:
• Trophies for top 3 overall men and women in Trail and Mini Trail
• Trophies and medals for top 3 in each age category (men and women)
• Trophies for top 3 teams
• Trophies for top 3 residents of Azambuja (men and women)
• Special awards for the oldest finishers and most numerous teams
Location
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Trail Run 23 km
Trail Run 13 km
Walking 10 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: technical t-shirt, personalized bib, chip timing (Trail and Mini Trail), regional product gift bag
🏅 Finisher prize: commemorative prize for all athletes and walkers
⏱️ Timing + live results with electronic chip timing for Trail and Mini Trail
🛟 Safety support: National Republican Guard, Volunteer Firefighters, and volunteers at dangerous points
🛡️ Insurance: individual insurance covering all participants, athletes, walkers, and volunteers
🥤 Aid stations: 3 for Trail 23K and 2 for Mini Trail and Caminhada, providing solids and liquids with refill stations
🚿 Hot showers available for all distances
🏆 Trophies and medals for top finishers, teams, local residents, and special awards for oldest finishers
