MessengerHalf Marathon São João das Lampas
- Sat, September 12, 2026
- 14 € — 16 €
- 2 races
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Event summary
The 48th São João das Lampas Half Marathon returns on 12 September 2026, continuing one of Portugal’s longest-running road races. Organised by the Grupo de Dinamização Desportiva with the support of the Parish Council of São João das Lampas and Sintra Municipality, the event combines tradition, community spirit and competitive road running through the scenic countryside of Sintra.
Participants can choose between the official Half Marathon (21.1 km) and the Meia Rampa (13 km), a shorter race that follows the first section of the half marathon course. Both events start and finish in São João das Lampas, taking runners through several surrounding villages on rolling rural roads.
With electronic chip timing, multiple aid stations, team classifications and prizes across numerous age groups, the event welcomes both experienced runners and those looking to tackle a shorter road race in a friendly and well-established atmosphere.
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Date
12 September 2026
Location
São João das Lampas, Sintra, Portugal
Start & Finish
Avenida Central, São João das Lampas
Start Time
Half Marathon — 17:00
Meia Rampa — 17:00
Distances
Half Marathon — 21.097 km
Meia Rampa — 13 km
Course Format
Road running races.
Registration Deadline
6 September 2026
Minimum Age
Half Marathon — 18 years
Meia Rampa — 16 years
Categories
Overall, Under-23, Senior and Masters categories, plus team classification.
Timing
Electronic chip timing with both net and gun times.
Time Limit
Half Marathon — 2h30
Aid Stations
Half Marathon — At 5 km, 10 km, 15 km and 20 km, with additional stations if weather conditions require.
Race Office
Sociedade Recreativa building, next to the start.
11 September — 14:00–18:00
12 September — 10:00–16:00
Medical Support
Medical assistance available throughout the event.
Insurance
Personal accident insurance included.
Prizes
Trophies for the top five overall men and women, trophies for the top three in each age group, trophies for the top three teams, plus finisher medals, official T-shirt and participation gifts.
Location
get directionsRaces
Half Marathon 21 km
Road Running 13 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib number, t-shirt
🏅 Finisher prize: medal, t-shirt, participation gifts
⏱️ Timing + live results with electronic chip timing
🥤 Aid stations at 5, 10, 15, and 20 km with water and refreshments
🛟 Safety support: medical assistance available during the race
🏆 Trophies for top finishers and teams
