Messenger50 Miles – In the Kingdom of Stone
Event summary
The 50 Milhas – No Reino da Pedra is a trail running event taking place on September 19, 2026, in Alqueidão da Serra, Leiria. It features an ultra trail distance of 50 miles, a 12 km trail sprint, and an 8 km walk.
The race is open to both federated and non-federated athletes, with participant limits of 200 per distance. The ultra trail requires participants to be at least 18 years old, while the 12 km sprint is open to those 16 and older with authorization, and the walk is open to all ages with minors accompanied by an adult.
The event offers a challenging course with time barriers at various checkpoints for the ultra trail and includes classifications and prizes for the top five male and female finishers. It is supported by local organizations and emphasizes environmental responsibility within the protected natural park area.
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Start/finish locations: Alqueidão da Serra, with start and finish at CCR Alqueidão da Serra
Start times per category/distance:
• Trail Ultra 50 Milhas: 07h30 (time barriers at 29k 13h30, 49k 17h00, 70k 20h30, finish 22h30)
• Trail Curto 12 kms: 17h00 (time limit 3h00)
• Caminhada 8 kms: 17h05
Age categories/divisions:
• Trail Ultra: minimum 18 years
• Trail Sprint 12 K: minimum 16 years with authorization
• Caminhada: open to all, minors must be accompanied by an adult
Participants limit: 200 participants per distance
Registration deadline: September 1, 2026 or until participant limit is reached
Bib pick-up time and location:
• September 18, 18:00–22:00
• September 19, 06:15–07:15 (for ultra)
• September 19, 15:00–17:00 (for 12k and caminhada)
• Location: CCR Alqueidão da Serra
Surface types: Trail running on open roads within the natural park
Cut-off times:
• Ultra trail checkpoints at 29k 13h30, 49k 17h00, 70k 20h30, finish 22h30
• Trail Curto 12k time limit 3h00
Prizes: Awards for top 5 male and female finishers; registration to EPIC XI event for 1st overall male and female (excluding travel and accommodation)
Location
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Ultra Trail 80.46 km
Trail Run 12 km
Walk 8 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: participation gift included
🏅 Finisher prize: metal medal for finishers
🛡️ Insurance: mandatory personal accident insurance included
🥤 Aid stations: supply points along the course (details to be announced), eco-friendly policy requiring athletes to carry their own containers
🚿 Showers available
🏆 Prizes for top 5 male and female finishers