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Event summary
The 4th Iron Trail will take place on July 5, 2026, in Albogas, Sintra, Portugal. This trail running event offers four distances: Long Trail (30 km), Short Trail (17 km), Mini Trail (11 km), and a Walk (11 km), each with varying elevation gains.
Open to all participants aged 18 and over, the event is organized by Associação Desportiva Trilhos do Costume with local support. The race courses traverse the Serra de Monfirre area, showcasing natural beauty and cultural heritage, with challenging terrain and significant elevation.
The event features a competitive and recreational atmosphere, emphasizing respect for athletes, organization, and the environment, with strict rules to ensure safety and fair play.
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Start/finish locations: All races start and finish at Pavilhão Desportivo de Albogas, Albogas, Sintra
Start times per category/distance:
• Trail Longo (30 km): 08:00
• Trail Curto (17 km): 08:30
• Mini Trail (11 km): 08:40
• Caminhada (11 km): 08:45
Cut-off times: Maximum duration for the event is 7 hours
Age categories/divisions:
• Jun M/F (18-19 years) – up to 25 km
• Sub23 M/F (20-22 years)
• Seniores M/F (23-34 years)
• Veteranos M/F 35 (35-39 years)
• Veteranos M/F 40 (40-44 years)
• Veteranos M/F 45 (45-49 years)
• Veteranos M/F 50 (50-54 years)
• Veteranos M/F 55 (55-59 years)
• Veteranos M/F 60 (60-64 years)
• Veteranos M/F 65 (65-69 years)
• Veteranos M/F 70 (70+ years)
Race routes:
• Trail Longo: approx. 30 km with 1300 m positive elevation
• Trail Curto: approx. 17 km with 700 m positive elevation
• Mini Trail: approx. 11 km with 400 m positive elevation
• Caminhada: approx. 11 km with 400 m positive elevation
Prizes:
• Awards for top 3 overall male and female finishers
• Trophies for top 3 in each age category
• Team trophies
Bib pick-up time and location: Participants must present their assigned bib number (electronic format accepted) at kit collection
Participants limit: Unlimited
Registration deadline: June 26, 2026
Timing method: Use of official bib and chip is mandatory for all participants
Toilets and aid station placement: 3 mandatory aid/control stations (PAC) with liquid and solid supplies; athletes must carry mandatory equipment throughout the race
Surface types: Trail running on marked paths with reflective tape and vertical signage
Course format: Semi-autonomous trail running with mandatory equipment and no external assistance allowed
Location
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Trail Run 30 km
Trail Run 17 km
Trail Run 11 km
Walk 11 km
Benefits
🎽 Finisher medal for all participants
🏅 Trophies for top 3 overall and age categories
⏱ Official race classification and timing system
🥤 Aid stations with food and drinks at support points (PAC)
🚑 Medical assistance available during the event
🛡 Personal accident insurance included
