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Event summary
The Trail Pedrosas Open is a trail running event scheduled for July 19, 2026, at the Polidesportivo de Pedrosinhas, Pedrosas – Sátão, Viseu, Portugal. It offers three distances: a 21 km Trail, a 13 km Mini Trail, and a 10 km Walk, catering to different levels of preparation and preferences.
The event is open to both federated and non-federated athletes, welcoming a broad range of participants. The courses are circular, starting and finishing at the Polidesportivo de Pedrosinhas, featuring a mix of trails, forest roads, and small asphalt sections, with elevation gains of approximately 600 m for the Trail, 400 m for the Mini Trail, and 300 m for the Walk.
The race promotes community spirit and fair play, with a festive atmosphere including a prize ceremony and support services such as medical assistance and refreshments. It is suitable for athletes seeking a challenging trail experience as well as those preferring a more relaxed walk in nature.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Seniores M/F – up to 29 years
• Vet. M30/F30 – 30 to 39 years
• Vet. M40/F40 – 40 to 49 years
• Vet. M50/F50 – 50 to 59 years
• Vet. M60/F60 – 60 years and above
Start/finish locations: Polidesportivo de Pedrosinhas, Pedrosas – Sátão, Viseu
Start times per category/distance:
• Trail 21 km – 08:30
• Mini Trail 13 km – 08:40
• Caminhada 10 km – 08:50
Cut-off times: Maximum time to finish all distances is 15:00 on race day; participants finishing after this time will not be classified.
Bib pick-up time and location:
• July 17-18, 14:00–20:00 at Polidesportivo de Pedrosinhas
• July 19, 07:00–08:00 at Polidesportivo de Pedrosinhas
Participants limit:
• Trail 21 km – 150
• Mini Trail 13 km – 350
• Caminhada 10 km – 400
Surface types: Mostly trails, forest roads (unpaved), small asphalt sections
Course format: Circular courses with start and finish at the same location
Race routes:
• Trail 21 km with approx. 600 m elevation gain
• Mini Trail 13 km with approx. 400 m elevation gain
• Caminhada 10 km with approx. 300 m elevation gain
Timing method: Electronic chip timing integrated in bib with manual backup controls
Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations with food and drink at designated points; water available for refilling containers
Prizes: Trophies for top 3 male and female overall and age categories; trophy for most numerous team; medals for all finishers
Location
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Trail Run 21 km
Trail Run 13 km
Walk 10 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: personalized bib with integrated chip, official event t-shirt, Pedrosas Open bag
🏅 Finisher prize: medal for all participants who complete their race
⏱️ Electronic timing with chip and manual control points
🛟 Safety support: medical assistance at start, aid stations, and finish
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included
🥤 Aid stations: food and drink provided at designated points during the race
🚿 Showers available at designated locations
🧳 Transport from aid stations to finish line in case of withdrawal
🧖 Post-race meal provided
🏆 Trophies awarded to top finishers and teams