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Event summary
The 2nd Cross da Senhora da Penha is a cross-country running event taking place on February 22, 2026, in Alva, Castro Daire, Portugal. It features a main race of 10.8 km, a 7 km walk, and youth races for various age categories from Benjamins to Juvenis.
This event is open to athletes and walkers of all ages and genders, both federated and recreational, representing clubs, schools, or participating individually. It is part of the “(PER) CORRER CASTRO DAIRE” 2026 series as its first stage.
The race offers a natural terrain experience with marked courses and includes a festive prize ceremony with medals and monetary awards for top finishers, creating a welcoming atmosphere for all participants.
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Start/finish locations: Start and finish at the inflatable arch of the Municipality of Castro Daire, Senhora da Penha (40.84950, -7.95441)
Start times per category/distance:
• 10:00 – Caminhada (7 km walk)
• 10:20 – Benjamins and Infantis (1,100 m)
• 10:30 – Juniores, Seniores, Veteranos (10.8 km cross-country race)
• 10:31 – Iniciados (2,200 m)
• 10:33 – Juvenis (3,300 m)
Bib pick-up time and location: From 9:00 at the race secretariat near the start line
Registration deadline: February 17, 2026, at 23:59
Surface types: Natural terrain with marked course using orange plastic tape and directional signs
Course format: Cross-country race with marked routes for each category
Race routes:
• Main race: 10.8 km
• Walk: approximately 7 km
• Youth races: 1,100 m to 3,300 m depending on age category
Toilets and aid station placement: One intermediate liquid aid station for seniors, veterans, and juniors; water available at finish
Prizes:
• General: Medallions for top 3 overall and monetary prizes for top 5 (1st €50, 2nd €40, 3rd €30, 4th €20, 5th €10) male and female
• Age groups: Medallions for top 3 in each category/gender
• Teams: Trophies for top 5 teams based on points
