MessengerTrail da Trofa
- Sat, September 12, 2026
- 6 € — 23 €
- 5 races
Registered directly with the organizer
Event summary
The Trail da Trofa returns for its 9th edition on 13 September 2026, offering a full weekend of trail running for athletes of all levels in the municipality of Trofa, northern Portugal. The event explores the region’s forest trails and rural landscapes through a variety of routes designed for both competition and recreation.
The programme includes three competitive races—a demanding 35 km Trail Longo, an 18 km Trail Sprint, and an 11 km Mini-Trail—alongside an 11 km walking route. Younger participants can also take part in the Trail Kids, held the day before the main event with age-appropriate distances.
With well-marked courses, electronic timing, finisher medals and support services throughout the weekend, Trail da Trofa provides an excellent trail running experience for experienced runners, newcomers and families alike.
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Start/Finish location: Alameda da Estação, Trofa
Start times:
- Trail Kids (12 Sept.): 15:00
- Trail Longo 35 km: 08:00
- Trail Sprint 18 km: 09:00
- Mini-Trail & Walking 11 km: 09:30
Distances:
- Trail Longo: 35 km
- Trail Sprint: 18 km
- Mini-Trail: 11 km
- Walking: 11 km
- Trail Kids: 0.5 km / 1 km / 1.5 km
Course format:
- Start and finish at Alameda da Estação
Terrain:
- Forest trails
- Rural paths
- Dirt tracks
- Mountain trails
Categories:
- Trail Longo: 18+
- Trail Sprint: 16+
- Mini-Trail & Walking: 6+
- Trail Kids: up to 13 years
Time limits:
- Trail Longo: 7 hours
- Remaining events: No time limit
Bib collection (date/time and location):
- 12 September: 14:00–19:00 – Alameda da Estação
- 13 September: 07:00 until the start of the last race – Alameda da Estação
Participant limit:
- 800 participants (main events)
- 100 Trail Kids
Registration deadline:
- 6 September 2026 or when sold out
Timing:
- Electronic chip timing
Mandatory equipment:
- Mobile phone
- Whistle
- Thermal blanket
- Cup or reusable container
Aid stations:
- Participants must bring their own cup
Prizes:
- Top 3 overall (male and female)
- Top 3 in each age category
- Team classification
- Largest team award
Location
get directionsRaces
Kids Race
Walking 11 km
Trail Run 11 km
Trail Run 18 km
Trail Run 35 km
Benefits
🎽 Official event T-shirt
🏅 Finisher medal
⏱️ Electronic chip timing
🥤 Aid stations along the course
🛡️ Personal accident insurance
💆 Massage service
🚿 Showers available
🏕️ Indoor overnight accommodation available
