Messenger6th Trail de Ficalho
Event summary
The VI Trail de Ficalho is a trail running event taking place on November 1, 2026, in Vila Verde de Ficalho, Beja, Portugal. It offers multiple distances including Ultra Trail (50 km), Trail (35 km), Trail Sprint (17 km), Trail Surprise, and a non-competitive Caminhada/Minitrail (10 km).
The event is open to participants aged 12 and above, with specific minimum ages for each distance, and is part of the Circuito de Trail do Baixo Alentejo 2027 and the Taça Alengarve Trail. The courses feature challenging terrain such as paths, trails, streams, and escarpments, with significant elevation gains up to 2063 meters for the Ultra Trail.
The Trail de Ficalho emphasizes connection with nature, local history, and culture, promoting healthy lifestyles and environmental respect. The event atmosphere encourages personal challenge, social interaction, and community involvement, including walkers and non-competitive participants.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Trail Ultra: 20+ years
• Trail: 20+ years
• Trail Sprint: 18+ years
• Minitrail: 16+ years
• Trail Surprise: 18+ years
• Caminhada: 12+ years (minors require authorization)
Start/finish locations: Vila Verde de Ficalho
Start times per category/distance:
• Trail Ultra: 07:30
• Trail: 08:15
• Trail Sprint: 08:45
• Caminhada/Minitrail: 09:00
Cut-off times:
• Trail Sprint: 3 hours
• Trail: 6 hours 30 minutes
• Trail Ultra: 10 hours
Bib pick-up time and location:
• October 31, 2026, 18:00–21:00
• November 1, 2026, from 06:00
• Location: Salão Polivalente, Praça Conde de Ficalho
Participants limit:
• Ultra Trail (50 km): 70
• Trail Long (35 km): 100
• Trail Sprint (17 km): 250
• Trail Surprise: 30
• Caminhada/Minitrail (10 km): 250
Surface types: Paths, trails, streams, escarpments, asphalt (limited to entry/exit roads and crossings)
Course format: Point-to-point or loop courses with marked trails using ribbons, signs, and ground markings
Race routes:
• Caminhada/Minitrail: 10 km, 450 m elevation gain
• Trail Sprint: 17 km, 800 m elevation gain
• Trail: 35 km, 1300 m elevation gain
• Trail Ultra: 50 km, 2063 m elevation gain
Timing method: Managed by a specialized entity
Toilets and aid station placement:
• Aid stations with solids and liquids
• Trail Sprint: 2 aid stations
• Trail: 3 aid stations
• Trail Ultra: 5 aid stations
• Additional aid station at finish
Prizes:
• Symbolic prizes for top 3 overall male and female finishers
• Symbolic prizes for top 3 in each age category (except Minitrail/Caminhada)
• Symbolic prizes for top 3 teams (except Minitrail/Caminhada)
Cancellation & refund policy: No refunds will be given except if the event is cancelled due to reasons attributable to the organization.
Location
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Trail Run 50 km
Trail Run 35 km
Trail Run 17 km
Minitrail 10 km
Trail Surprise
Walking 10 km
Optional Extras
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib number, event-related product
🏅 Finisher prize: symbolic prizes for top finishers and teams
⏱️ Timing by specialized entity
🛟 Safety support: transport for athletes who abandon from aid stations
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included
🥤 Aid stations: solids and liquids at multiple points depending on distance
🚿 Showers available at football field changing rooms
