Messenger15th Edition of the Trails of the Templars
Event summary
The 15th Edition of Trilhos dos Templários is a trail running event taking place on September 27, 2026, in Santa Cita, Tomar, Portugal. It offers multiple distances including a 32 km Long Trail, 20 km Short Trail, 14 km Mini Trail, 10 km Experience Trail, and a 10 km Walk.
The event is open to athletes of all nationalities and ages, with specific age categories and requirements for minors. The Long, Short, and Mini Trails are part of national and regional trail running circuits, while the Experience Trail and Walk are non-competitive.
Runners will enjoy challenging technical trails with significant elevation gain, historic routes linked to the Templar legacy, and a supportive race atmosphere. The start and finish are located at the Pavilhão da Associação Cultural e Recreativa de Santa Cita, with a prize ceremony and lunch included.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Sub 18 (16-17 years)
• Sub 20 (18-19 years)
• Sub 23 (20-22 years)
• Seniors (23-34 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: Pavilhão da Associação Cultural e Recreativa de Santa Cita, Santa Cita, Tomar
Start times per category/distance:
• Trail Longo 32K: 08:30
• Trail Curto 20K: 09:00
• Mini Trail 14K: 09:15
• Experiência Trail 10K and Caminhada 10K: 09:30
Cut-off times:
• Trail Longo 32K: max 6h30 (15:00)
• Trail Curto 20K: max 6h (15:00)
• Mini Trail 14K: max 5h45 (15:00)
• Experiência Trail 10K: max 5h30 (15:00)
• Caminhada 10K: max 5h30 (15:00)
Bib pick-up time and location:
• September 26, 18:00–21:00
• September 27, 07:00–09:30
• Location: Pavilhão da Associação Cultural e Recreativa de Santa Cita
Participants limit: 1000 athletes
Registration deadline: September 13, 2026
Surface types: Mostly trails and forest roads
Course format: Point-to-point or loop trails with technical and demanding terrain
Race routes:
• Trail Longo 32K with approx. 1300m elevation gain
• Trail Curto 20K with approx. 800m elevation gain
• Mini Trail 14K with approx. 400m elevation gain
• Experiência Trail 10K with approx. 350m elevation gain
• Caminhada 10K with approx. 350m elevation gain
Timing method: Electronic chip timing with control mats at checkpoints
Toilets and aid station placement: Toilets and aid stations at start/finish and along course; athletes must carry own hydration containers
Parking and shuttle details: Parking available near Pavilhão da ACR Santa Cita (not supervised)
Prizes: Awards for top 3 overall male and female, top 3 by age category, and top 3 teams in 32K, 20K, and 14K; top 3 overall male and female in 10K Experience Trail
Cancellation & refund policy: In case of event cancellation due to force majeure, participants will be refunded 50% of the registration fee or have their registration transferred to the next edition. Changes or transfers of registration are accepted until September 13, 2026. No refunds for no-shows or withdrawal after confirmation.
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Trail Run 32 km
Trail Run 20 km
Trail Run 14 km
Trail Run 10 km
Walking 10 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib, personal accident insurance, lunch, aid stations, showers
🏅 Finisher prize: finalist prize
🥤 Aid stations: managed by staff, no disposable cups or bottles provided, athletes must carry own hydration containers
🚿 Showers available at Pavilhão da ACR Santa Cita after each race
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included for all participants
🧖 Massage, post-race meals: lunch included (soup, bifana, fruit, drink)
🏆 Trophies or podium awards: for top 3 overall, age categories, and teams in main trail distances
