Messenger8th Trail Boneca D`ouro 2026
Event summary
The VIII Trail Boneca D’ouro 2026 is a trail running event taking place on September 13, 2026, in Sebolido, Penafiel, Portugal. It offers multiple distances including a challenging Ultra Trail Serra da Boneca of 46 km, a Trail Sprint of 23 km, a Mini-Trail of 12 km, and a 10 km walk.
The event is open to athletes aged 18 and over for most races, with the Mini-Trail allowing participants from 16 years old and the walk open to those 14 and older if accompanied by an adult. It is organized by Associação Para o Desenvolvimento de Sebolido and features scenic routes through Serra da Boneca, Rio Mau valley, Grutas das Banjas, and along the Douro River.
Participants will experience demanding mountainous terrain with significant elevation gains, making this event suitable for well-prepared trail runners. The race includes timed and classified competitions with awards for individual and team categories.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Ultra Trail Serra da Boneca: M/F Sub23 (18-22), Sénior (23-39), 40 (40-44), 45 (45-49), 50 (50-54), 55 (55-59), 60+ (60+), General M/F, Teams
• Trail Sprint Boneca Douro: M/F Sub23 (18-22), Sénior (23-39), 40 (40-44), 45 (45-49), 50 (50-54), 55 (55-59), 60+ (60+), General M/F, Teams
• Mini-Trail Boneca Douro: M/F JUV (16-17), JUN (18-19), Sub23 (20-22), Sénior (23-39), 40 (40-49), 50 (50-59), 60+ (60+), General M/F, Teams
Start/finish locations: Museu Engenho de Sebolido, Av. da Igreja, Sebolido
Start times per category/distance:
• Ultra Trail Serra da Boneca 46km: 08:15
• Trail Sprint Boneca Douro 23km: 09:00
• Mini-Trail Boneca Douro 12km: 09:30
• Caminhada da Boneca 10km: 09:40
Cut-off times:
• Ultra Trail Serra da Boneca: 8h30 total, 4h15 at 25km, 7h00 at 38km
• Trail Sprint Boneca Douro: 5h00 total, 2h45 at 15km
Bib pick-up time and location:
• September 12, 15:00–19:00
• September 13, 06:30–09:30
• Location: Museu Engenho de Sebolido, Av. da Igreja
Participants limit:
• Ultra Trail Serra da Boneca: 250
• Trail Sprint Boneca Douro: 300
• Mini-Trail Boneca Douro: 400
• Caminhada da Boneca: 250
Surface types: Mountain trails with significant elevation gain
Course format: Point-to-point or looped trails through Serra da Boneca and surrounding natural landmarks
Race routes:
• Ultra Trail Serra da Boneca: 46km, +2100m elevation
• Trail Sprint Boneca Douro: 23km, +1150m elevation
• Mini-Trail Boneca Douro: 12km, +450m elevation
• Caminhada da Boneca: 10km, +250m elevation
Timing method: Electronic chip inserted in bib with validation at control points
Toilets and aid station placement:
• Ultra Trail: Aid stations at 7km, 13km, 31km, 35km, and finish
• Trail Sprint: Aid stations at 7km, 14km, and finish
• Mini-Trail: Aid station at 7km and finish
• Caminhada: Aid station at 7km and finish
Prizes: Trophies for top 3 men and women per category and teams; finisher prizes included
Location
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Trail Run 46 km
Trail Run 23 km
Trail Run 12 km
Walk 10 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: official technical T-shirt, bib number
🏅 Finisher prize: included with registration
⏱️ Timing + live results by category via electronic chip
🛟 Safety support: medical teams, firefighters, and emergency support during the event
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included in registration fee
🥤 Aid stations: solid and liquid refreshments at multiple points along the course
🚿 Showers available
📸 Photography coverage
🏆 Trophies for top finishers and teams