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Event summary
The 3rd Trail Mineiro is a nature trail running event taking place on May 24, 2026, in Aljustrel, Beja, Portugal. It offers three distances: Trail Sprint (24 km), Mini Trail (12 km), and an 8 km walk.
Open to both federated and non-federated athletes of all levels, the event welcomes individual and team participants across various age categories. The race courses run mainly on natural trails and dirt roads, showcasing the unique mining heritage and natural landscapes of Aljustrel.
The event promotes personal challenge, sportsmanship, and appreciation of the local territory, with a friendly and inclusive atmosphere for runners and walkers alike.
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Start/finish locations: Estádio Municipal, Piscinas Cobertas e Pavilhão Municipal, Aljustrel
Start times per category/distance:
• Trail Sprint and Mini Trail: 09:00
• Caminhada (Walk): 09:30
Age categories/divisions:
• M Juvenil (16-17, up to 12 km)
• F Juvenil (16-17, up to 12 km)
• M Júnior (18-19, up to 25 km)
• F Júnior (18-19, up to 25 km)
• M Sub23 (20-22)
• F Sub23 (20-22)
• M Seniores (23-34)
• F Seniores (23-34)
• M35 (35-39)
• F35 (35-39)
• M40 (40-44)
• F40 (40-44)
• M45 (45-49)
• F45 (45-49)
• M50 (50-54)
• F50 (50-54)
• M55 (55-59)
• F55 (55-59)
• M60 (60-64)
• F60 (60-64)
• M65 (65-69)
• F65 (65-69)
• M70 (70+)
• F70 (70+)
Bib pick-up time and location:
• May 22-23, 10:00–19:00 at Secretariado da Feira de Desporto e Saúde de Aljustrel
• May 24 from 07:00 at the start location
Surface types: Mostly natural trails, rural paths, dirt roads, with small paved sections near start/finish
Race routes: Trail Sprint (24 km), Mini Trail (12 km), Caminhada (8 km)
Prizes: The prizes are for the top 3 in the overall ranking.
Location
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Trail Run 24 km
Trail Run 12 km
8 km
Benefits
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance valid during the event
🥤 Aid stations: liquid and solid refreshments available along the course
🏆 The prizes are for the top 3 in the overall ranking.
🎽 All participants receive commemorative gifts
🛟 Emergency support provided by local fire brigade and organization staff along the course