Messenger2nd Trail da Aldeia Branca - Estoi
Event summary
The II Trail da Aldeia Branca – Estoi is a trail running event taking place on July 18, 2026, in Estoi, Faro, Portugal. It features competitive and recreational races including a 32 km Trail, 21 km Trail Sprint, 13 km Mini Trail, and an 11 km Walk.
The event is open to participants aged 18 and over for the competitive distances, with no age restriction for the walk. It is part of the National Trail Circuit (ATRP) and the Algarve Trail Circuit by the Associação de Atletismo do Algarve, as well as the National Trail Sprint Circuit and Algarve Trail Sprint Circuit. The race promotes the cultural and environmental heritage of the Algarve’s interior.
The courses include a mix of wide tracks and single trails with significant elevation gain and challenging conditions such as high temperatures and dry climate. The event offers a festive atmosphere with multiple race options to engage a broad range of participants.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Sub 23 (under 23 years)
• Seniors (23 to 34 years)
• Veterans 35-39
• Veterans 40-44
• Veterans 45-49
• Veterans 50-54
• Veterans 55-59
• Veterans 60-64
• Veterans 65-69
• Veterans 70+
Start/finish locations: Start and finish at the church steps in Estoi
Start times per category/distance:
• Trail 32 km: 18:30 (time limit 5h30)
• Trail Sprint 21 km: 19:00 (time limit 4h30)
• Mini Trail 13 km and Walk 11 km: 19:30 (time limit 4h and 3h respectively)
Cut-off times:
• Trail 32 km: 5h30
• Trail Sprint 21 km: 4h30
• Mini Trail 13 km: 4h
• Walk 11 km: 3h
Bib pick-up time and location: July 18, 15:00 and 18:00 at the secretariat near the church steps in Estoi
Participants limit:
• Trail 32 km: 150
• Trail Sprint 21 km: 300
• Mini Trail 13 km: 250
• Walk 11 km: no limit
Registration deadline: July 12, 2026, or earlier if limits reached
Surface types: Mix of wide tracks and single track trails
Course format: Trail running courses with elevation gains
Race routes:
• Trail 32 km with 1600 m positive elevation
• Trail Sprint 21 km with 700 m positive elevation
• Mini Trail 13 km with 580 m positive elevation
• Walk 11 km with 200 m positive elevation
Timing method: Electronic chip timing by Associação de Atletismo do Algarve
Toilets and aid station placement: Toilets and aid stations at start/finish and along the course at Postos de Abastecimento e Controlo (PAC)
Prizes: Awards for top 3 by category and gender in Trail and Trail Sprint; team awards for Trail and Trail Sprint; awards for top 3 overall in Mini Trail; no awards for walk; surprise prize for team with most participants
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Location
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Trail Run 32 km
Trail Run 32 km Federado AAALG
Trail Run 21 km
Trail Run 21 km Federado AAALG
Trail Run 13 km
Walk 11 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib number
🏅 Finisher prize: finisher medal and event t-shirt
⏱️ Timing + live results by category via electronic chip
🛟 Safety support: medical teams and ambulances along the course
🛡️ Insurance: mandatory sports and liability insurance included in registration
🥤 Aid stations: liquid and solid refreshments at control points
🚿 Showers available at finish
🧳 Drop-bag/gear transport
🏆 Prizes for top finishers and teams
🍽️ Post-race food (Bifana and juice)