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Event summary
The Trail Bem Viver 2026 is a trail running event taking place on May 10, 2026, in Marco de Canaveses, specifically at Alto da Forca in Magrelos, Portugal. It offers four race options: a Long Trail of 31 km, a Short Trail of 20 km, a Mini Trail of 14 km, and a non-competitive 10 km walk.
This event welcomes a wide range of participants, with age categories starting at 16 years for the Mini Trail and 18 years for the other competitive distances, including both individual and team classifications. It is certified by prestigious bodies such as the Portuguese Athletics Federation, the Portuguese Trail Running Association, ITRA, and UTMB, ensuring high standards.
The course features challenging terrain with significant elevation gains (up to 1600 meters positive climb) through natural paths, trails, forest roads, and streams, starting and finishing at the same location. The atmosphere is competitive yet inclusive, with a special kids’ trail event and organized aid stations to support athletes, creating a festive and supportive environment.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Juvenile M/F (16–17) – only Mini Trail
• Junior M/F (18–19) – Long and Short Trail
• Sub23 M/F (20–22)
• Senior M/F (23–34)
• M35/F35 (35–39)
• M40/F40 (40–44)
• M45/F45 (45–49)
• M50/F50 (50–54)
• M55/F55 (55–59)
• M60+/F60+ (60+)
• Teams (3 first athletes count regardless of age/sex)
Start/finish locations: Alto da Forca, Magrelos, Marco de Canaveses
Start times per category/distance:
• Long Trail 31 km: 08:30
• Short Trail 20 km: 09:00
• Mini Trail 14 km: 09:15
• Walk 10 km: 09:20
Cut-off times:
• Long Trail: 6 hours
• Short Trail: 5 hours
• Mini Trail and Walk: 4 hours
Bib pick-up time and location:
• May 9, 2026: 15:00–19:00
• May 10, 2026: 07:00–08:30
• Location: Start/finish area
Participants limit:
• Long Trail 31 km: 150
• Short Trail 20 km: 300
• Mini Trail 14 km: 300
• Walk 10 km: 150
Registration deadline: April 30, 2026
Surface types: Natural paths, trails, forest roads, streams, some road sections with traffic
Course format: Loop start and finish at Alto da Forca with marked trails and mandatory control points
Race routes: Detailed on the official Facebook page http://www.facebook.com/trailbemviver/
Timing method: Electronic chip timing by STOPANDGO
Toilets and aid station placement:
• Aid stations with solid and liquid refreshments at marked points
• Toilets at start/finish area
Prizes: Trophies and gifts for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in male, female, and team categories for 31 km, 20 km, and 14 km distances; finisher prizes for all participants
Location
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Walking 10 km
Trail Run 31 km
Trail Run 20 km
Trail Run 14 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: personalized bib, technical event t-shirt
🏅 Finisher prize: finisher medal and other arrival prizes
⏱️ Electronic chip timing with live results
🛟 Safety support: medical assistance and transport in case of abandonment
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident coverage included in registration
🥤 Aid stations: solid and liquid refreshments during the race
🚿 Showers available at the finish area
🧳 Transport to arrival point if athlete abandons the race
📸 Image rights reserved by organizers for event coverage
🏆 Podium awards for top 3 in each category and teams
