Messenger4th Trail Between the Dão and the Mondego
Event summary
The IV Trail Entre o Dão e o Mondego is a trail running event taking place on November 8, 2026, in Carregal do Sal, Viseu, Portugal. It offers multiple distances including a Long Trail of 24 km, a Short Trail of 14 km, a 12 km walk, and an inclusive trail with distances up to 5 km designed for participants with various disabilities.
The event welcomes participants aged 16 and older for the short trail and inclusive trail, and 18 and older for the long trail, with no mention of license requirements. It promotes physical activity and tourism while showcasing the historical, cultural, and environmental heritage of the region.
The race features marked courses with electronic chip timing, solid and liquid aid stations, and specialized support including medical posts. Monetary prizes and trophies are awarded to the top three male and female finishers in both trail distances, enhancing the competitive spirit of the event.
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Age categories/divisions:
• M Seniores and F Seniores – 18 to 34 years
• M 35 and F 35 – 35 to 44 years
• M 45 and F 45 – 45 to 54 years
• M 55 and F 55 – 55 and older
Start/finish locations: Start at Igreja Matriz de Parada, Carregal do Sal
Start times per category/distance:
• Trail Longo 24 km: 08:45
• Trail Curto 14 km: 09:00
• Caminhada inclusiva 5 km and Caminhada 12 km: 09:15
Cut-off times:
• Trail Curto 14 km: 2 hours 30 minutes
• Trail Longo 24 km: 4 hours 45 minutes
• Caminhadas: 3 hours
Bib pick-up time and location:
• November 7, 2026, 18:00–20:00
• November 8, 2026, 07:30–08:30
• Location: Mercado D`Ideias de Carregal do Sal
Participants limit: Limited by organization discretion
Registration deadline: November 1, 2026
Surface types: Marked trails with arrows, ribbons, and specific indications
Course format: Marked trail routes with control and aid stations
Race routes:
• Trail Longo – 24 km
• Trail Curto – 14 km
• II Trail + Inclusão – 5, 4, 3, 2, and 1 km depending on participant characteristics
• Caminhada – 12 km
Timing method: Electronic chip timing on bib
Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations serve as time controls and provide solid and liquid supplies; random control points also present
Parking and shuttle details: Buses depart from Mercado D`Ideias to start location at Igreja Matriz de Parada starting at 08:15 with three trips for different participant groups
Prizes: Monetary prizes and trophies for top 3 male and female finishers in Trail Longo and Trail Curto (1st: 125€, 2nd: 75€, 3rd: 50€)
Location
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Trail Run 24 km
Trail Run 14 km
II Trail + Inclusão (máximo 5km)
Walking 12 km
Optional Extras
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: race insurance, bib number, technical t-shirt, and other gifts
🥤 Aid stations: solid and liquid refreshments during the race and at the finish
🛟 Safety support: two specialized support posts with firefighters, emergency contact number on bib
🛡️ Insurance: included sports insurance for all participants
🚿 Access to changing rooms and showers at the Municipal Pavilion of Carregal do Sal
🧳 Transport available for participants who abandon or are unable to continue the race
🏆 Monetary prizes and trophies for top 3 finishers in male and female categories
