MessengerTMZ - Mãos do Zêzere Trail 2026
Event summary
The TMZ – Trail Mãos do Zêzere is a trail running event scheduled for July 12, 2026, in the municipality of Tomar, Portugal. It features two competitive races: a 13 km minitrail and a 22 km trail, along with a 13 km walk.
Participation in the competitive races is open to athletes aged 18 and over, while the walk allows minors accompanied by an adult tutor. The event takes place in the natural setting between the Serra d’Aire and Serra da Lousã, offering scenic trails with views over the Castelo do Bode reservoir.
The race includes significant elevation gains (1000m for the 22 km trail and 350m for the 13 km minitrail) and promotes sustainability by minimizing environmental impact and encouraging responsible practices among participants.
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Start/finish locations: Pederneira, Serra de Tomar, Campo de Futebol da Serra de Tomar
Start times per category/distance:
• Trail 22 km: 09:00
• Minitrail 13 km: 09:15
• Caminhada 13 km: 09:20
Cut-off times: 5 hours for all races
Surface types: Trails and dirt roads with views over Castelo do Bode reservoir
Course format: Trail running with elevation gains of 1000m (22 km), 350m (13 km minitrail), and 300m (13 km walk)
Timing method: Electronic chip timing for Mini Trail and Trail races
Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations with solid and liquid supplies at strategic points; no disposable cups provided, athletes must carry reusable cups
Prizes: Finisher medal for all finishers; trophies for top 3 overall male and female in Mini Trail and Trail; trophies for top 3 in age categories and teams; prize for largest team
Location
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Trail Run 22 km
Trail Run 13 km
Walk 13 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: personalized bib with chip (Mini Trail and Trail), reusable cup, official event t-shirt (for registrations until 20/06/2026), water bottle
🏅 Finisher prize: official finisher medal
⏱️ Timing + live results by category via electronic chip system
🛟 Safety support: medical insurance included for all participants
🥤 Aid stations: solid and liquid supplies at strategic points along the course
🚿 Showers available
🧖 Massage, post-race meals: optional final meal (caldo verde + bifana), drinks not included
🏆 Trophies or podium awards for top finishers and teams
