São Silvestre de Vila Real de Sto. António - Monte Gordo 2026

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São Silvestre de Vila Real de Sto. António - Monte Gordo 2026

Sat, December 5, 2026
Free — 10 €
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The São Silvestre de Vila Real de Sto. António – Monte Gordo 2026 is a road running event taking place on December 5, 2026, in Vila Real de Santo António, Portugal. The event includes a 10 km race, a 5 km walk, and youth races, all held on homologated courses following World Athletics guidelines.

Registration is mandatory and open to all, with free entry for youth categories. The event supports local volunteer firefighters through a solidarity walk. It offers a festive atmosphere with multiple age categories and prizes for top finishers, including trophies and special awards.

The race routes feature urban coastal landscapes with accessible facilities such as changing rooms and portable toilets. The event also includes a prize ceremony and a kit for participants, making it a well-organized community sporting occasion.

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Start/finish locations: Vila Real de Santo António, Avenida da República

Race routes:
• São Silvestre – 10 km road race
• Caminhada – 5 km walk
• Youth races with various distances

Registration deadline: December 4, 2026

Participants limit:
• 1000 for the 10 km race
• 500 for the 5 km walk

Bib pick-up time and location:
• December 4, 15:00–20:00 at Câmara de VRSA
• December 5, 10:00–17:00 at Câmara Municipal de VRSA

Age categories/divisions:
• Sub 10 (2017–2019)
• Sub 12 (2015–2016)
• Sub 14 (2013–2014)
• Sub 16 (2011–2012)
• Sub 18 (2009–2010)
• Sub 20 (2007–2008)
• Sub 23 (2004–2006)
• Seniors (2006 and earlier)
• Masters categories from 35 to 74 years (male and female)

Toilets and aid station placement: Portable toilets on Avenida da República; changing rooms and showers at Complexo Desportivo de VRSA

Parking and shuttle details: Parking available at Complexo Desportivo, Baixa Mar, and Zona de Muralha Parque Caravanismo

Prizes: Medals for all finishers; trophies for top 3 male and female finishers overall and by category; special prizes for first male and female at 4 km; team awards for best and largest teams

Cancellation & refund policy: Cancellation and refund policies are defined by the Event Organizer.

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Vila Real de Santo António, Faro

10 €

6 €

Free

🎽 Athlete kit: long-sleeve race shirt (except youth categories), race backpack, bib number, participation medal, sponsor gifts
🏅 Finisher prize: participation medal for all finishers
⏱️ Timing with official results
🛟 Safety support: medical assistance and security forces as required by law
🥤 Aid stations: hydration points along the 10 km route
🚿 Showers and changing rooms at Complexo Desportivo de VRSA
🏆 Trophies and special prizes for top finishers and teams

Registration is mandatory and must be done online at www.crono.aaalgarve.org. There are deadlines with different fees depending on the registration date.

Yes, there are youth races for various age categories with free registration (excluding race t-shirt).

Bib pick-up is available on December 4 from 15:00 to 20:00 and on December 5 from 10:00 to 17:00 at the Câmara Municipal de VRSA.

Yes, changing rooms and showers are located at the Complexo Desportivo de VRSA.

Yes, parking is available at Complexo Desportivo, Baixa Mar, and Zona de Muralha Parque Caravanismo.

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