MessengerMahfra Nature Trail 2026
Event summary
The Mahfra Nature Trail 2026 is a trail running event taking place on March 8, 2026, at the Mafra Parque Desportivo Municipal Eng.º Ministro dos Santos in Mafra, Portugal. It offers three distances: a Long Trail of 24 km, a Short Trail of 13 km, and a non-competitive 11 km walk, catering to all athletes aged 18 and over.
This race is part of the Mafra Trail Running Series and the Merrell Trail Running Series, making it an attractive challenge for trail runners engaged in these circuits. The courses feature significant elevation gains of 1000 m for the Long Trail and 650 m for the Short Trail, providing a demanding and scenic natural environment for participants.
The event offers a competitive atmosphere with individual and team prizes for the top finishers in both the Long and Short Trails, while also fostering inclusivity with a non-competitive walking option. The race day includes a general warm-up and a prize ceremony, creating a festive community experience.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Sub23 (18-22 years)
• Seniors (23-34 years)
• Veterans M35/F35 (35-39 years)
• Veterans M40/F40 (40-44 years)
• Veterans M45/F45 (45-49 years)
• Veterans M50/F50 (50-54 years)
• Veterans M55/F55 (55-59 years)
• Veterans M60/F60 (60-64 years)
• Veterans M65/F65 (65-70 years)
• Veterans M70+ / F70+ (70 years and older)
Start/finish locations: Parque Desportivo Municipal Eng.º Ministro dos Santos, Av. Dr. Francisco Sá Carneiro, Mafra, Lisboa
Start times per category/distance:
• Trail Longo (24 km) and Trail Curto (13 km): 09:00
• Caminhada (11 km walk): 09:05
Cut-off times: 6 hours (time control at finish line)
Participants limit: 600 total across all three events
Registration deadline: March 1, 2026, at 23:59 or until 900 paid registrations
Surface types: Natural trail terrain with significant elevation gain
Course format: Point-to-point with start and finish at the same location
Race routes:
• Trail Longo: 24 km, +1000 m elevation
• Trail Curto: 13 km, +650 m elevation
• Caminhada: 11 km non-competitive walk
Timing method: Electronic chip timing included on bibs for Trail Longo and Trail Curto
Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations with solid and liquid supplies; athletes must bring own hydration containers as no cups or bottles are provided
Parking and shuttle details: Information available via local transport website https://www.transporlis.pt/Default.aspx?tabid=36
Prizes:
• Individual prizes for top 3 overall male and female in Trail Longo and Trail Curto
• Age category prizes for both Trail Longo and Trail Curto
• Team prizes for top 3 male and female teams in Trail Longo and Trail Curto
• Prize for team with the most participants across all three events
• Caminhada has no prizes
Location
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Trail Run 24 km
Trail Run 12 km
Walking 11 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: race bib with chip (Trail Longo and Trail Curto), race bib without chip (Caminhada), arm warmers
🏅 Finisher prize: participation gifts and other promotional items
⏱️ Timing + live results via electronic chip timing on bibs for Trail Longo and Trail Curto
🛟 Safety support: first aid and medical support on course
🛡️ Insurance: included personal accident insurance for all registered participants
🥤 Aid stations: solid food and hydration points along the routes; athletes must bring own cups or bottles
📸 Professional photography and video coverage for promotion
🚌 Transport information provided for access to event location
