Messenger1st ALMOSTER CANICROSS
- Sun, February 15, 2026
- 5 € — 13,50 €
- 7 races
Registered directly with the organizer
Event summary
The 1st Canicross Almoster is a mushing sports event taking place on February 15, 2026, in Alforzemel, Almoster, Santarém. It offers competitive disciplines including Canicross, Bikejoring, Scooterjoring, and Triciclo DR4, along with non-competitive activities such as a solidarity walk with or without dogs.
The event welcomes participants from 6 years old (for children’s categories) and adults, with competitive categories for males and females aged 16 and above. The race distances are approximately 5 km for most categories and 1.5 km for children’s Canicross. This event is part of the 2025/2026 Portuguese Mushing Cup, linking it to a wider national competition series.
The race course features natural terrain including trails through bushland and secondary dirt roads, providing a scenic and technical challenge. The atmosphere is inclusive and family-friendly, with specific races for children and a solidarity walk supporting animal protection organizations. The event also includes a convivial lunch and camping facilities for participants.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Male (16+ years)
• Female (16+ years)
• Children 6–15 years (not counted for the Portuguese Mushing Cup)
Start/finish locations: Alforzemel, Almoster, Santarém
Start times per category/distance: Individual starts with 30-second intervals for Canicross and 1-minute intervals for Triciclo DR4, Bikejoring, and Scooterjoring; exact start times to be announced closer to the event
Bib pick-up time and location: From 08:30 on race day at veterinary control/check-in
Registration deadline: February 9, 2026, at 23:59
Surface types: Natural terrain including bushland and secondary dirt roads
Course format: Approximately 5 km loop for most events; approximately 1.5 km for children’s Canicross
Race routes: Marked with tape and directional signs; reconnaissance allowed on the day before the event
Timing method: Electronic timing with bib number required to be visible
Toilets and aid station placement: One solid and liquid aid station at the finish line
Prizes: Awards for top 3 male and female finishers in competitive categories; combined gender classification if fewer than 3 participants per gender in some disciplines
Location
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Canicross
Bikejoring
Scooterjoring
Triciclo DR4
Cãominhada
Walking
Canicross infantil
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib number and event gift
⏱️ Electronic timing with visible bib required
🛟 Medical and veterinary assistance on site
🛡️ Personal accident insurance included in registration fee
🥤 Solid and liquid refreshment at finish line
🏆 Prizes for top 3 finishers by gender in competitive categories
