Messenger9th Edition of Pinga Trail
- Sun, December 6, 2026
- 13 € — 19 €
- 3 races
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Registration closes in 36 days 00 hours 25 min
Registered directly with the organizer
Event summary
The 9th Edition of the Pinga Trail is a trail running event taking place on December 6, 2026, in Arruda dos Vinhos, Portugal. It offers three distances: Long Trail (23 km), Short Trail (16 km), and a non-competitive Walk (10 km).
The event is open to participants aged 16 and above, with minors requiring accompaniment or authorization. The Long Trail is recommended for experienced runners, while the Short Trail suits those with regular physical activity. The race features circular routes through military paths and forts in the Vale Encantado area, promising a challenging and scenic experience.
Prizes are awarded to the top three overall and age group finishers in both male and female categories, as well as to the best teams. The atmosphere encourages personal challenge and camaraderie, with a non-competitive walk option for social participation.
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Start/finish locations: Pavilhão Multiusos de Arruda dos Vinhos
Start times per category/distance:
• Trail Longo and Trail Curto: 09:30
• Caminhada: 09:35
Bib pick-up time and location:
• December 5, after 15:00 at Pavilhão Multiusos de Arruda dos Vinhos
• December 6, 07:00–08:30 at Pavilhão Multiusos de Arruda dos Vinhos
Participant limit: 500
Registration deadline: December 1, 2026 at 23:59
Surface types: Trail paths including military roads and forts
Course format: Circular routes for all distances
Race routes:
• Caminhada: approximately 10 km
• Trail Curto: approximately 16 km
• Trail Longo: approximately 23 km
Toilets and aid station placement: At least one aid station for Caminhada and two for Trail Curto and Trail Longo, located roughly halfway through the courses
Prizes: Trophies for top 3 in each age and gender category, top 3 overall, and top 3 teams in Trail Curto and Trail Longo
Cancellation & refund policy: Registrations can be canceled up to 30 days before the event with an 80% refund. No refunds are given after this period. Transfers of registration to another participant are allowed.
Location
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Trail Longo 23 km
Trail Curto 16 km
Walking 10 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib number
🏅 Finisher prize
🛟 Safety support: transport to the finish in case of abandonment
🛡️ Insurance included
🥤 Aid stations with refreshments
🚿 Showers available
🏆 Prizes for individual and team classifications
