Running
353 Races
The Tróia Swimrun is a swimrun race held in the beautiful natural setting of the Tróia Peninsula, featuring golden sandy beaches about 17 km long and 1.5 km wide, surrounded by blue sea and the Sado River. This event perfectly embodies the spirit of swimrun, combining swimming and running through stunning landscapes.
The race offers three distances: Standard (23.6 km total with 4.4 km swimming and 19.2 km running), Sprint (15.1 km total with 3.2 km swimming and 11.9 km running), and Experience (10.8 km total with 1.2 km swimming and 9.6 km running). The courses include multiple transitions and significant elevation gains, suitable for a broad range of participants.
The event is open to all and includes a “Swimrun Kids” format to introduce younger athletes to the sport, creating a family-friendly and inclusive atmosphere. The race is supported by local partners such as the Municipality of Grândola and Clube Amiciclo Grândola, ensuring a well-organized and welcoming experience amidst unique coastal and riverine scenery.
The Farol Adventure Trail – Flores Azores (FAT) returns on 25 April 2026, offering runners an unforgettable journey across the dramatic landscapes of Flores Island, Azores. Starting from the iconic Farol do Albarnaz and finishing at Farol da Ponta das Lajes, the event showcases lush valleys, coastal cliffs, volcanic formations, and waterfalls such as Poço do Bacalhau and Poço do Ferreiro.
This is more than a race—it’s an immersion into the island’s natural beauty and cultural heritage, passing through all parishes in the municipality of Lajes das Flores. Certified by the Associação de Trail Running de Portugal (ATRP), FAT is part of the National Trail Circuit, attracting both competitive trail athletes and nature enthusiasts.
Distances cater to different levels:
FAT36 – 36 km long trail (National Circuit Series 150)
FAT18 – 18 km sprint trail (National Sprint Circuit Series 150 + Youth Circuit)
FAT09 – 9 km short trail
FAT09c – 9 km walk (non-competitive)
With a friendly and community-driven atmosphere, the FAT blends elite competition with local hospitality, making it one of the most scenic and unique trail experiences in Portugal.
The Maratona da Europa – Aveiro 2026 is a running event that will take place on April 25-26, 2026, in Aveiro, Portugal. The race offers several distances: a full marathon (42.195 km) for participants born in 2006 or earlier, a half marathon (21.0975 km) and a 10 km mini-marathon for those born in 2008 or earlier, and a 5 km walk open to all ages.
The event is open to participants without license requirements, but includes categories by age groups and offers sub-elite bibs for athletes with qualifying times. It is organized by the Câmara Municipal de Aveiro and GlobalSport with regional tourism support. The race features timed electronic chip tracking and is structured with cut-off times to ensure safety and organization.
The race route and its surroundings provide a scenic experience through Aveiro, with multiple aid stations and a supportive atmosphere. The event includes not only competitive races but also a non-competitive walk, making it inclusive for various participant profiles.
MIUT® – Madeira Island Ultra-Trail® 2026 is one of Europe’s most iconic trail running events, taking place from April 22 to April 26, 2026, on Madeira Island, Portugal. Organized by the Clube de Montanha do Funchal, the event crosses the island from coast to coast, showcasing Madeira’s dramatic mountains, forests, levadas, and volcanic landscapes.
The event features five single-stage, non-stop races, all run on linear courses:
MIUT LEGEND – 110 km
MIUT ADVANCED – 80 km
MIUT DISCOVER – 56 km
MIUT MARATHON – 40 km
MIUT STARTER – 17 km
With approximately 3,500 participants across all distances, MIUT® combines elite competition with amateur participation, maintaining a strong focus on self-sufficiency, safety, environmental respect, and fair play. The race is internationally recognized and requires ITRA points for the longer distances, reinforcing its status as a high-level trail running challenge.
The Trail Volta às Origens is a trail running race scheduled for April 26, 2026, taking place in Cabroelo, Penafiel, Portugal. The event features marked trails, small dirt roads, and paved roads, emphasizing completing the course in the shortest possible time.
Participants can choose between three distances: a 25 km trail, a 15 km trail, and a 6 km walk. The race is open to various categories including Senior, Sub23, and Veteran age groups, welcoming a broad range of athletes.
The start and finish are located at the sports complex of Associação Desportiva de Cabroelo in Capela, Penafiel, providing a well-organized venue for competitors. The event offers a competitive yet welcoming atmosphere focused on adventure and connection with nature.
The XVII Ultra Geira Via Nova Romana 2026 is a trail running event taking place on April 26, 2026, in Terras de Bouro, Portugal. It features two main races: the Ultra Geira Romana 50 km and the Trail Geira Romana 18 km, as well as a walking event.
The Ultra Geira Romana 50 km race starts at 08:00 from Campo do Gerês, Terras de Bouro, following part of the ancient Roman road connecting Bracara Augusta and Astúrica Augusta, finishing in Caldelas, Amares. The 18 km trail starts at 10:00 in S. Sebastião da Geira and finishes in Caldelas. Both races are part of national series: the Ultra Trail is part of the Circuito Nacional Ultra Serie 100, and the Trail is part of the Circuito Nacional Trail Sprint Serie 150.
The courses are mostly on trails and paths with significant elevation changes, offering a challenging mountain trail experience. The event includes organized transportation from the finish area to the start locations and provides a competitive atmosphere with age categories and team awards.
The II Trilhos da Boa Viagem is a trail running event scheduled for April 26, 2026, starting at 09:00 in Moita, Setúbal. It offers three main distances: 23 km long trail, 12 km short trail, and a 10 km walk, plus a 500-meter kids’ fun run.
This event welcomes participants of all ages and abilities, including minors aged 14 and above for the 12 km trail with parental consent. The race routes traverse rural paths and municipal roads in the Moita and Alhos Vedros areas, marked with colored tapes and signs.
The event promotes sport, social interaction, and appreciation of local nature and cultural heritage, with a friendly atmosphere and prizes for top finishers in various age categories and teams.
Trail das Ribeiras 2026 is a trail running event taking place on April 26, 2026, in Penacova, Portugal. The race offers three distances: a long trail of 19 km, a shorter trail of 14 km, and a 10 km walk, providing options for different levels of endurance and experience.
The event is open to athletes aged 18 and over for the long trail, while the shorter trail and walk allow participants from age 16 with parental consent. The race is organized by Grupo Desportivo de Telhado and features a semi-autonomous format with well-marked routes, emphasizing adherence to the natural environment and safety.
The Trail das Ribeiras routes are set in scenic natural surroundings near Telhado, with organized aid stations and safety support. The atmosphere promotes sportsmanship and respect, with clear rules of conduct and disqualification penalties to maintain fairness and safety. The event also includes a communal lunch and an awards ceremony, creating a friendly and community-focused race day.
The II Trilhos da Boa Viagem is a trail running event taking place on April 26, 2026, starting at 09:00 in Moita, Setúbal. It offers three main distances: 23 km long trail, 12 km short trail, and a 10 km walk, plus a 500-meter kids’ fun run.
This event welcomes participants of all levels, including beginners and regular athletes, with specific age restrictions for the 12 km trail (minimum 14 years). It aims to promote sport, social interaction, and appreciation of the natural and cultural heritage of the Moita region, featuring mostly dirt paths and rural roads.
The race atmosphere is community-oriented and environmentally conscious, with marked routes and multiple aid stations. Awards are given to top finishers by gender and age categories, and there are prizes for the best teams in the 12 km and 23 km races.
The I Raid BTT Braguinhas – A Pedro Braga is a leisure active mountain bike raid taking place on April 26, 2026, starting at 9:30 AM near the football field of Padim da Graça in Braga, Portugal. The event features a single 45 km open circuit route through forest trails and rural paths across the Braga and Barcelos municipalities.
This race is open to all athletes aged 17 and above without the need for a sports license, promoting group spirit, mutual help, social interaction, and healthy sports practice. It includes categories for elite men and women, masters, sub-23, and e-bike riders, making it accessible to a wide range of participants.
The event offers a festive and supportive atmosphere focused on enjoyment and community, with food and drink provided along the route and at the finish line, as well as additional services like bike washing and hot showers.