Seixal Bay Half Marathon 2026
Event summary
The Meia Maratona Baía do Seixal 2026 will take place on March 22, 2026, along the bay connecting the cities of Seixal and Amora, offering a scenic and fast urban riverside course. The event includes three different distances, making it accessible to competitive runners, recreational athletes, and families.
Participants can choose between the Half Marathon (21.097 km), the 10 km race, or the 5 km walk/run. The Half Marathon and 10 km races are officially certified and homologated by the Portuguese Athletics Federation (FPA) and World Athletics, ensuring accurate measurement and official results.
With flat out-and-back routes along the riverfront, the event combines strong competitive standards with a vibrant atmosphere, bringing together athletes, clubs, and the local community in one of the most emblematic running events in the Seixal region.
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Date: March 22, 2026
Location: Seixal & Amora, Portugal
Distances
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Half Marathon – 21.097 km
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10 km Race
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5 km Walk/Run
Start Times
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5 km Walk/Run: 09:00
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Half Marathon: 09:45
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10 km Race: 10:00
Course
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Flat, out-and-back routes along the river
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Road surface
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Half Marathon and 10 km courses officially measured and certified by FPA
Timing
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Electronic timing with chip (Half Marathon & 10 km)
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No timing for the 5 km walk/run
Cut-off Time
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Race course closes at 12:45
Participant Limit
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Maximum of 5,000 participants
Bib & Kit Collection
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Day before the race: 10:30–18:30 at the start area (Amora)
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Race day: 07:00–08:30 at the start area (Amora), only for participants living outside Seixal, Almada, Barreiro, Moita, and Sesimbra
Aid Stations
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Water and refreshments near km 5, 10, 15, and at the finish
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10 km race: water at mid-race and finish
Categories & Prizes
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Age group categories for Half Marathon and 10 km (male and female)
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Prize money for top 5 overall finishers (Half Marathon and 10 km)
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Team prizes and special awards
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Finisher medal for all Half Marathon and 10 km finishers
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Non-competitive 5 km walk/run with finisher medal
Location
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Road Running 21 km
Road Running 10 km
Road Running 5 km
Walking 5 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib number (with chip for Half Marathon & 10 km), technical t-shirt
🥤 Aid stations: solid and liquid refreshments along the course and at the finish
🏅 Finisher medal: for all athletes who complete their race
🛡️ Insurance: sports accident insurance included
📄 Digital diploma: available online after the event
🧳 Bag drop: available at the start/finish area
🚿 Showers: available at Escola Paulo da Gama pavilion
