Bolinhol Route Trail | CR Trail
Event summary
The 10th Trail Rota do Bolinhol is a trail running event taking place on April 12, 2026, in Vizela, Portugal. It features two race distances: a Mini Trail of 14 km and a Trail Sprint of 21 km, both starting and finishing at Praça da República.
The event is open to participants aged 18 and over, with a special provision allowing 16- and 17-year-olds to participate in the Mini Trail with parental authorization. It is part of the official calendar and scores for the Regional Trail Championship organized by the Associação de Atletismo de Braga.
The Mini Trail is of medium difficulty with some uphill sections, while the Trail Sprint is more challenging, requiring greater physical preparation. The race atmosphere is competitive and organized with support from local authorities and athletics associations.
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Start/finish locations: Praça da República, Vizela
Start times per category/distance:
• Trail Sprint 21 km: 09:00
• Mini Trail 14 km: 09:30
Cut-off times: Participants must reach halfway point within 2 hours and finish within 4 hours or face disqualification.
Bib pick-up time and location:
• April 11, 15:00–21:00
• April 12, 07:30–08:30
Registration deadline: April 5, 2026, 23:59
Surface types: Trail terrain with uphill sections
Course format: Two distances: Mini Trail 14 km (medium difficulty), Trail Sprint 21 km (higher difficulty)
Timing method: Electronic chip timing with manual control points
Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations at finish with water, fruit, marmalade, chips, and other foods; no bottled water on course, cups provided
Prizes: Monetary prizes for top 3 overall in each race (50€, 30€, 20€), plus category prizes; finisher medal and Bolinhol prize
Location
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Trail Run 21 km with T-shirt Federated
Trail Run 21 km WITH NO T-SHIRT Federated
Trail Run 21 km with T-shirt Non federated
Trail Run 21 km WITH NO T-SHIRT Non federated
Trail Run 14 km with T-shirt Federated
Trail Run 14 km WITH NO T-SHIRT Federated
Trail Run 14 km with T-shirt Non federated
Trail Run 14 km WITH NO T-SHIRT Non federated
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: personalized bib with chip
🏅 Finisher prize: Bolinhol and medal
⏱️ Timing + manual control points on course
🛟 Safety support: staff at dangerous crossings, emergency and rescue teams
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included
🥤 Aid stations: water, fruit, marmalade, chips, and other foods at finish; no bottled water on course
🚿 Showers available after the race