Castelo de Vide Sky Race 2026

The Flavius Challenge OCR 2026 is an obstacle course racing event taking place on April 18-19, 2026, in Chaves, Portugal. It features multiple race distances including OCR3KM, OCR10KM, and OCR12KM, catering to different competition categories such as the National OCR Championship and Open competition.

The event is organized by Flavius Challenge OCR in partnership with the Portuguese Obstacle Racing Federation and the Municipality of Chaves. It welcomes a wide range of participants including licensed athletes competing for national titles and open category racers.

The Grande Trail Fisgas de Ermelo is a trail running event taking place on April 18 and 19, 2026, in Mondim de Basto, Portugal. It features competitive races including a Long Trail (approx. 33 km), Short Trail (approx. 23 km), and Uphill (approx. 7 km), as well as non-competitive events such as a 10 km walk and kids’ races.

The event is open to participants aged 18 and over for the competitive races, and from 12 years old for the walk. The courses traverse the scenic Serra do Alvão, including a climb to Alto da Senhora da Graça at 947 meters altitude, offering challenging elevation gains up to 1750 meters.

The race atmosphere is competitive and demanding, with safety and environmental responsibility emphasized. The event also includes ExpoFisgas, a sports equipment exhibition, and kids’ activities, making it suitable for families and athletes alike.

The Maratona Filhos da Freita 2026 is a road mountain marathon event taking place on April 18, 2026, in Arouca, Portugal. The event features competitive races of 42 km and 21 km distances, as well as a 10 km walking route, all starting and finishing at Praça Brandão de Vasconcelos. The marathon involves significant elevation gain, with approximately 1600 meters for the full marathon and 900 meters for the half marathon.

Open to athletes over 18 years for the marathon and over 16 years for the half marathon, the event is organized by Confraria Trotamontes in partnership with the Municipality of Arouca and supported by the local volunteer firefighters. The race is semi-autonomous with multiple aid stations and safety support, conducted on mountain roads and partly paved surfaces, providing a scenic and challenging experience. The atmosphere is competitive yet supportive, with classifications by age groups and teams, along with podium prizes.

Besides the main races, the event includes a 10 km walk in the vicinity of Arouca along the Rio Arda valley, making it accessible to a wider audience including families and recreational participants.

The Trail Run Real Priolo 2026 is a trail running event taking place on April 18, 2026, on the island of São Miguel in the Azores, Portugal. This 6th edition features four competitive races and a walking event, with distances including Ultra Trail (46.6 km), Trail (33 km), Trail Sprint (23.6 km), Mini Trail (10 km), and a 10 km Caminhada (walk).

The event is open to different participant profiles, with minimum age requirements varying per race: 18 years for Ultra Trail and Trail, 16 years for Trail Sprint, 11 years for Mini Trail, and from 9 years for the walking event when accompanied by an adult. It is part of the National Trail Running circuits and the prestigious UTMB World Series, ensuring a competitive and well-recognized race environment.

The courses traverse the scenic trails, agricultural paths, forests, and streams of the Nordeste municipality, offering diverse and challenging terrain. The event promotes environmental sustainability and cultural awareness, combining sport with the discovery of lesser-known landscapes. The atmosphere balances competitive spirit with community and recreational activities, including cultural and social events alongside the races.