Messenger7th Trail Between the Mills of Guadiana
Event summary
The 7th Trail Entre os Moinhos do Guadiana is a trail running event taking place on October 11, 2026, in Quintos, Beja. It offers three distances: 32 km Trail, 17 km Trail Sprint, and a 10 km non-competitive Walk/Mini Trail.
The event is open to all participants, including those without federation licenses, with age limits for the trail races starting at 18 years old. The courses feature rural paths, trails along the Guadiana River, and historic mills, providing a unique cultural and natural experience.
The race atmosphere is community-oriented, aiming to bring life back to the village of Quintos with a day full of adventure, socializing, and local tradition. The event includes prizes by age category and a finishers’ prize, with additional activities such as breakfast, refreshments, showers, and entertainment.
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Age categories/divisions:
• M Sub23 (18-22)
• M Seniores (23-34)
• M35 (35-39)
• M40 (40-44)
• M45 (45-49)
• M50 (50-54)
• M55 (55-59)
• M60 (60+)
• F Sub23 (18-22)
• F Seniores (23-34)
• F35 (35-39)
• F40 (40-44)
• F45 (45-49)
• F50 (50-54)
• F55 (55-59)
• F60 (60+)
Start/finish locations: Quintos, Beja
Start times per category/distance:
• Trail Longo (32 km): 08:30
• Trail Sprint (17 km): 09:00
• Caminhada / Mini Trail (10 km): 09:30
Cut-off times:
• Trail Sprint (17 km): 4h15 (13:30 finish limit)
• Trail Longo (32 km): 6h (14:30 finish limit)
Bib pick-up time and location:
• October 10, 16:00–18:30 at Polidesportivo Quintos – Beja
• October 11, 07:00–08:45 at Polidesportivo Quintos – Beja
Participants limit: 500
Registration deadline: October 6, 2026, 23:59
Surface types: Mostly trails and rural paths along the Guadiana River, avoiding paved roads except entry/exit road to Quintos
Course format: Trail running courses with marked paths using ribbons, signs, and ground markings
Race routes:
• Trail Longo: 32 km
• Trail Sprint: 17 km
• Caminhada / Mini Trail: 10 km non-competitive
Timing method: Arrival time controls by Associação de Atletismo de Beja and organizing team
Toilets and aid station placement:
• Aid stations with solids and liquids: 1 for Caminhada, 2 for Trail Sprint, 3 for Trail Longo
• Additional aid station at finish area
Prizes:
• Symbolic prizes for top 3 by age category male and female in Trail and Trail Sprint
• Finishers’ prize for all who complete the race
• Prize for the largest team
Cancellation & refund policy: No refunds will be given except if the event is canceled by the organizers.
Location
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Trail Run 32 km
Trail Run 17 km
Walking 10 km
Optional Extras
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib number, optional technical event t-shirt, gifts
🏅 Finisher prize: finishers’ prize for all participants who complete the race
⏱️ Timing + arrival controls by official athletics association and organizing team
🛟 Safety support: organization present at most crossings and roads to ensure traffic stops
🛡️ Insurance: included sports insurance for all participants
🥤 Aid stations: liquids and solids at multiple points depending on distance, plus finish area
🚿 Showers available at Polidesportivo Quintos and Campo de Futebol de Quintos
🧖 Post-race refreshments including breakfast, snacks (caldo verde, bifanas), and entertainment
