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Event summary
Trilhos dos Calceteiros 2026 is a trail running event taking place on March 15, 2026, in Fanhões, Lisbon. The event offers multiple distances: a long trail of 31 km, a short trail of 17 km, a minitrail of 10 km, and a 10 km walk.
The long and short trails are part of the Regional Trail Championship of the Lisbon Athletics Association and are open to athletes over 18 years old. The minitrail and walk are open to all ages, with minors under 16 requiring accompaniment by a guardian. The race courses feature varied terrain with significant elevation gains, showcasing the natural beauty and historical landmarks of Fanhões and surrounding parishes.
The event combines competitive and recreational aspects, with a festive atmosphere including a traditional wild boar stew lunch and a craft fair, making it appealing for athletes and families alike.
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Start/finish locations: Bombeiros Voluntários de Fanhões, R. Manuel D’Almeida Rodrigues Manta, 2670-739 Fanhões
Start times per category/distance:
• 31 km trail long: 09:00
• 17 km trail short: 09:30
• 10 km minitrail: 09:45
• 10 km walk: 10:00
Cut-off times:
• Trail long 31 km: 6 hours (15:00)
• Trail short 17 km: 5 hours 30 minutes (15:00)
• Minitrail 10 km: 5 hours 15 minutes (15:00)
• Walk 10 km: 5 hours (15:00)
Registration deadline: March 8, 2026 at 23:59
Surface types: Mostly trails, dirt roads, and paths; minor asphalt sections
Course format: Point-to-point or looped trails with mandatory passage through control and aid stations (PAC)
Race routes:
• Trail long 31 km with approx. 1300 m elevation gain
• Trail short 17 km with approx. 700 m elevation gain
• Minitrail 10 km with approx. 400 m elevation gain
• Walk 10 km with approx. 400 m elevation gain
Timing method: Electronic chip timing included in bib for trail long, short, and minitrail; no timing for walk
Toilets and aid station placement:
• Trail long: 3 aid stations approx. every 10 km
• Trail short: 2 aid stations approx. every 10 km
• Minitrail and walk: 2 aid stations approx. every 5 km
Prizes: Medals or equivalent for all finishers; trophies for top 3 overall and age categories; team prizes for top 3 teams; special prize for teams with most participants
Location
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Trail Run 31 km
Trail Run 17 km
Trail Run 10 km
Walking 10 km
Benefits
🏅 Finisher prize: medal or equivalent for all finishers
⏱️ Electronic chip timing for trail long, short, and minitrail
🛟 Safety support: paramedic service by local volunteer firefighters, emergency teams along the course
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident and liability insurance included in registration fee
🥤 Aid stations: liquids and solids at mandatory control points (PAC), athletes must bring own cup
🍽️ Optional lunch: traditional wild boar stew available for athletes and companions
📸 Rights for event photography and video for promotion granted by participants
