3rd TRAIL DO VAROSA 2026
Event summary
The 3rd Trilho do Varosa is a trail running event taking place on May 24, 2026, in Almofala, Castro Daire, Portugal. It features a 10 km race open to all athletes and walkers of both sexes, with no age limit, as well as youth races for formation categories from Benjamins to Juvenis.
This event is part of the (PER) CORRER CASTRO DAIRE 2026 series, specifically its 4th stage. The race offers a natural open trail experience with marked routes and an intermediate hydration point for seniors, veterans, and juniors. The event also includes a 10 km walk and youth races of shorter distances.
The atmosphere is inclusive, welcoming federated and popular athletes, clubs, schools, and informal groups, with a prize ceremony and social gathering after the race.
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Start/finish locations: Start and finish at the inflatable arch of the Municipality of Castro Daire
Bib pick-up time and location: From 9:00 on race day at the race secretariat near the start
Age categories/divisions:
• Benjamins A (born 2017 and later)
• Benjamins B (2015/2016)
• Infantis (2013/2014)
• Iniciados (2011/2012)
• Juvenis (2009/2010)
• Juniores (2007/2008)
• Seniores (1992 to 2006)
• F35/M35 (1987 to 1991)
• F40/M40 (1982 to 1986)
• F45/M45 (1977 to 1981)
• F50/M50 (1972 to 1976)
• F55/M55 (1967 to 1971)
• F60/M60 (1962 to 1966)
• F65/M65 (1961 and before)
Start times per category/distance:
• 9:30 Walk 10 km
• 9:35 Youth races: Benjamins and Infantis (1 lap, 1000 m)
• 9:40 Youth races: Iniciados (2 laps, 2000 m) and Juvenis (3 laps, 3000 m)
• 10:00 Juniors, Seniors, Veterans 10 km race
Cut-off times:
• 10 km race: 1 hour 30 minutes
• Walk: 2 hours 30 minutes
Surface types: Natural trail with marked route using orange plastic tape and directional signs
Course format: Single loop for main 10 km race and walk; multiple small laps for youth races
Race routes: Detailed maps provided for youth and main courses with elevation gain of +287m for juniors and seniors
Toilets and aid station placement: One intermediate liquid aid station for seniors, veterans, and juniors; water available at finish
Prizes: Medallions for top 3 overall and age categories; monetary prizes for top 5 overall; trophies for top 5 teams; prize ceremony at 12:00 at Associação de Almofala
