HIMALAIAS TRAIL 2026

The IX Corrida das Vindimas – Cartaxo is a running and walking event taking place on September 19, 2026, in Cartaxo, Portugal. The race features a 10 km run on a closed road circuit of two laps and a 5 km walk on a single lap closed circuit.

Open to all participants meeting health requirements, the event includes age categories for the 10 km race and is organized by the Municipality of Cartaxo with support from local athletics groups. The race offers electronic timing with individual and category classifications, prizes for top finishers, and traditional local products for participants.

The start and finish are located at the Centro Cultural do Cartaxo, with road closures ensuring a safe and controlled environment for competitors. The event also features a festive atmosphere with technical t-shirts for runners and walkers.

The 50 Milhas – No Reino da Pedra is a trail running event taking place on September 19, 2026, in Alqueidão da Serra, Leiria. It features an ultra trail distance of 50 miles, a 12 km trail sprint, and an 8 km walk.

The race is open to both federated and non-federated athletes, with participant limits of 200 per distance. The ultra trail requires participants to be at least 18 years old, while the 12 km sprint is open to those 16 and older with authorization, and the walk is open to all ages with minors accompanied by an adult.

The event offers a challenging course with time barriers at various checkpoints for the ultra trail and includes classifications and prizes for the top five male and female finishers. It is supported by local organizations and emphasizes environmental responsibility within the protected natural park area.

The Trail Rumo Aventura 25 Anos is a trail running event taking place on September 19, 2026, at the Sanctuary of Nossa Senhora do Carmo in Vila Nova de Famalicão, Braga district. The event offers a Trail Sprint of approximately 14 km and a non-competitive 8 km walk.

The Trail Sprint is open to participants aged 16 and above, while the walk is open to all ages with minors accompanied by an adult. The race route mainly covers wooded and agricultural areas in the region, providing a natural and scenic environment.

The event features age categories for men and women with trophies awarded to the top three finishers in each category, as well as prizes for the most represented teams. The atmosphere combines competitive spirit with community engagement, including a convivial post-race gathering.

The Sesimbra Night Run is a running event taking place on September 19, 2026, in Sesimbra, Portugal. It features two distances: a 5 km competitive run or walk starting at 20:00 and a 10 km race starting at 21:00, both beginning at Praça da Califórnia.

The 10 km race is open to participants aged 18 and over, while the 5 km race allows juvenile athletes aged 16 and 17. The event welcomes athletes with disabilities who must provide proof of their condition. The race includes multiple age categories for men and women, as well as a category for athletes with disabilities.

The race offers a night running experience along scenic routes by the waterfront and local landmarks, creating a unique atmosphere for competitors of various levels.