MessengerTÂMEGA HILLS TRAIL AND WALK 2026
Event summary
The Trail Encostas do Tâmega is a trail running and walking event taking place on May 24, 2026, in Abragão, Penafiel, Portugal. It offers three distances: a 25 km long trail, a 15 km short trail, and a 10 km walking route.
The trail races are competitive and require participants to be at least 18 years old, while the walking event has no age restrictions but requires minors to be accompanied by an adult. The courses feature challenging terrain with significant elevation gain, including 1000 meters for the long trail and 600 meters for the short trail, set along the scenic Encosta do Rio Tâmega.
The event promotes local identity and community development, supported by local authorities and organizations. It includes a festive atmosphere with safety and logistical support, and participants experience beautiful natural landscapes along the riverbanks and trails.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Seniores (18-39 years)
• Veteranos I (40-49 years)
• Veteranos II (50-59 years)
• Veteranos III (60+ years)
Start/finish locations: Pavilhão Gimnodesportivo de Abragão, Abragão – Penafiel
Start times per category/distance:
• Trail Long (25 km): 09:00
• Trail Short (15 km): 09:10
• Walking (10 km): 09:30
Cut-off times:
• Trail Long: 4 hours
• Trail Short: 3 hours
• Walking: 3 hours
Bib pick-up time and location:
• May 23, 14:00–18:00
• May 24, 07:30–08:30
• Location: Pavilhão Gimnodesportivo de Abragão
Participants limit: 600 total (400 trail participants, 200 walking participants)
Registration deadline: May 18, 2026, or until spots are filled
Surface types: Trails, forest roads, public roads, riverbanks, rocky terrain
Course format: Point-to-point with marked trails and alternative routes if needed
Race routes:
• Trail Long: 25 km with 1000 m positive elevation gain
• Trail Short: 15 km with 600 m positive elevation gain
• Walking: 10 km
Timing method: Electronic chip timing by Timer Speed
Toilets and aid station placement:
• Three aid stations: two at midpoint and one at finish, providing liquids and solids
Optional lunch for €12,50:
- Francesinha
- Drink
- Coffe
Parking and shuttle details: Parking available at Pavilhão Gimnodesportivo de Abragão
Prizes:
• Finisher medal
• Trophies for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd overall
• Prize for the largest team (minimum 10 participants)
Location
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Trail Run 25 km
Trail Run 15 km
Walk 10 km
Optional Extras
Benefits
🛡️ Insurance: included personal accident and liability insurance
🎽 Athlete kit: bib with chip (trail races only)
🥤 Aid stations: liquids and solids at midpoint and finish
🏅 Finisher prize: participation medal
🚿 Showers available at Pavilhão Gimnodesportivo de Abragão
🛟 Safety support: medical assistance during the event
🧳 Transport to finish available in case of abandonment
🎁 Promotional gifts included