Half Marathon of the Parks and Walkways

The II Trail da Aldeia Branca – Estoi is a trail running event taking place on July 18, 2026, in Estoi, Faro, Portugal. It features competitive and recreational races including a 32 km Trail, 21 km Trail Sprint, 13 km Mini Trail, and an 11 km Walk.

The event is open to participants aged 18 and over for the competitive distances, with no age restriction for the walk. It is part of the National Trail Circuit (ATRP) and the Algarve Trail Circuit by the Associação de Atletismo do Algarve, as well as the National Trail Sprint Circuit and Algarve Trail Sprint Circuit. The race promotes the cultural and environmental heritage of the Algarve’s interior.

The courses include a mix of wide tracks and single trails with significant elevation gain and challenging conditions such as high temperatures and dry climate. The event offers a festive atmosphere with multiple race options to engage a broad range of participants.

The OCR Police Challenge – Viseu 2026 is an obstacle course race (OCR) that combines running with physical and technical challenges across a course filled with natural and artificial obstacles.

Participants will face a dynamic course designed to test strength, endurance, balance, coordination and resilience. The event offers two participation formats: the ELITE category, aimed at competitive athletes seeking official results, and the FUN category, designed for participants who want to experience the obstacles in a more recreational and collaborative environment.

The race takes place in the Parque Urbano Radial de Santiago in Viseu and integrates the national OCR circuit TRICHALLENGE, bringing together athletes and obstacle racing enthusiasts for a demanding and exciting experience.

The Bravos Challenge is an obstacle race taking place on July 18, 2026, in Caldas de São Jorge, Santa Maria da Feira. This 10 km race features natural obstacles that challenge and energize participants.

The event is open to senior male and female athletes, with registration closing on July 11, 2026. It offers a thrilling and dynamic race experience in a scenic location.

The Viseu OCR Police Challenge is an obstacle course race taking place on July 18, 2026, at Parque Urbano Radial de Santiago, Viseu. This event features a 5 km course with approximately 30 obstacles that test strength, endurance, balance, and coordination, including natural and pre-installed challenges involving water and mud.

The race is divided into two categories: ELITE, a competitive individual race starting at 09:00 with official timing and podium prizes, and FUN, a more playful category for beginners or those seeking enjoyment with friends and family, with staggered starts and no official timing. The event fosters a festive atmosphere of personal challenge and community.

As the final stage of the national OCR circuit TRICHALLENGE, the Viseu OCR Police Challenge offers exclusive obstacles and the opportunity to score points towards the national championship, making it a highlight for OCR athletes across Portugal.