MessengerSão Silvestre Cortegaça/Esmoriz
- Sat, December 5, 2026
- 8 € — 22 €
- 5 races
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Registration closes in 35 days 02 hours 19 min
Registered directly with the organizer
Event summary
The 5th Corrida S. Silvestre Esmoriz · Cortegaça is a running event taking place on December 5, 2026, with start and finish in Esmoriz. It features multiple race options including a 5 km run, a 10 km run, a combined 10+5 km challenge, a 4.5 km walk, and a 400 m children’s race.
The event is open to athletes registered with any national association and includes categories for seniors and veterans. The children’s race is free with mandatory donation of a non-perishable food item. The 10 km race is the main event with monetary prizes and trophies for overall and age group winners.
The atmosphere combines competitive racing with family-friendly activities, including a walk for all ages and a kids’ race, making it a festive occasion for the community.
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Start/finish locations: Start and finish at Esmoriz
Start times per category/distance:
• 16:30 – Corrida Pequenada (400 m, children up to 11 years)
• 17:00 – 5 km run (Seniors and Veterans M/F)
• 17:45 – 10 km run (Seniors and Veterans M/F)
• 17:45 – Desafio Duplo 10+5 km (run both 5 km and 10 km)
• 17:45 – 4.5 km walk (all ages, non-competitive)
Cut-off times: 35 minutes for 5 km race; participants still running after this time are disqualified
Bib pick-up time and location:
• December 4, 17:00–21:00 at Junta de Freguesia de Cortegaça
• December 5, 10:00–13:00 and 14:00–15:00 near the start in Esmoriz
Participants limit: 150 for Corrida Pequenada
Registration deadline: November 30, 2026 (except Corrida Pequenada until December 4)
Surface types: Urban roads in Esmoriz and Cortegaça
Course format: Point-to-point and loop courses through Esmoriz and Cortegaça
Race routes: 10 km route through Esmoriz and Cortegaça finishing in the festival area
Timing method: Electronic chip timing
Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations and refreshments provided
Prizes: Monetary prizes for top 3 overall in 10 km (equal for men and women), trophies for age group winners in 10 km, medals for finishers, and participation medals for children and walkers
Cancellation & refund policy: Registrations can be canceled but no refunds will be given.
Location
get directionsRaces
Double Challenge 10 km + 5 km
Road Running 10 km
Road Running 5 km
Walking 4.5 km
Kids Race 400 m
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib with chip, backpack, technical t-shirt, official medal included with registration
🏅 Finisher prize: official medal for 5 km, 10 km, and Desafio Duplo; participation medal for children
⏱️ Timing + live results by category via electronic chip
🛟 Safety support: public order forces (GNR) and volunteers managing traffic and safety
🛡️ Insurance: sports insurance covering death, permanent disability, and treatment expenses
🥤 Aid stations: refreshments and supplies during the race
📸 Image rights: participants authorize image and video capture for promotional use
