Messenger13th Great Prize of Mar
Event summary
The XIII Grande Prémio de Mar is a road running and recreational walking event taking place on March 29, 2026, in Mar, Esposende, Portugal. The race starts and finishes at Largo da Junta de Freguesia de Mar, beginning at 9:30 AM.
Distances vary by age category, including short runs for children starting at 250 meters and a main race of 7.5 km for older age groups, with a 4 km recreational walk open to all ages. The event welcomes both federated and non-federated athletes, with insurance coverage for non-federated participants.
This event promotes sport for all ages and healthy living, featuring competitive and fun running races alongside a recreational walk, creating a community and family-friendly atmosphere.
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Start/finish locations: Largo da Junta de Freguesia de Mar
Start times per category/distance:
• 09:30 – Mini – Benjamins (250 m)
• 09:40 – Benjamins A/B (800 m / 1,100 m)
• 10:05 – Infantis (2,200 m)
• 10:20 – Iniciados (3,400 m)
• 10:40 – Juvenis (4,300 m)
• 11:00 – Juniores and Prova Principal (7,500 m)
• 11:10 – Caminhada Recreativa (4,000 m)
Age categories/divisions:
• Mini – Benjamins (≤6 years, 250 m)
• Sub-10 (born 2017-2019, 800 m)
• Sub-12 (born 2015-2016, 1,100 m)
• Sub-14 (born 2013-2014, 2,200 m)
• Sub-16 (born 2011-2012, 3,400 m)
• Sub-18 (born 2009-2010, 4,300 m)
• Sub-20 (born 2007-2008, 7,500 m)
• Sub-23 (born 2004-2006, 7,500 m)
• Seniores (born 2003 or earlier, 7,500 m)
• Veteranos I (40-49 years, 7,500 m)
• Veteranos II (50-59 years, 7,500 m)
• Veteranos III (60+ years, 7,500 m)
• Caminhada Recreativa (4,000 m, all ages, minors accompanied by adult)
Participant limit: Limited registrations with t-shirt offer: 150 for young categories, 150 for seniors and veterans, 100 for walk
Registration deadline: March 22, 2026, 23:59
Bib pick-up time and location: March 29, 2026, 08:00–11:00 at Junta Freguesia de Mar
Surface types: Road
Course format: Road running and walking routes through Mar area
Race routes: Detailed routes for each category provided with maps in the regulation document
Toilets and aid station placement: Water stations at km 4 and finish line (water and solids)
Prizes: Trophies and medals for individual and team classifications by category, plus special awards for youngest athlete, oldest athlete, and best athlete resident in the parish (male and female)
Location
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Road Running 7.5 km
Road Running U 18 7.5 km
Youth
Kids
Walk 4 km
Benefits
🏅 Official podium awards for top finishers (overall and age groups)
⏱️ Official timing and certified results by Athletics Association
🎽 Race bib and athlete support services
🛡️ Sports insurance included (for non-federated athletes)
🚑 On-site medical assistance and safety support
👮 Traffic control and course security
📍 Clearly marked and supervised course
