MessengerLousa Mountain Trail
- Sun, January 17, 2027
- 14 € — 19 €
- 3 races
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Price increases in 42 days 03 hours 31 min
Event summary
The Lousa Mountain Trail 2027 is a trail running event scheduled for January 17, 2027, in Lousa, Loures, Lisbon district. It features three modalities: a Long Trail of approximately 23 km with 1,200 m positive elevation gain, a Short Trail of approximately 13 km with 600 m positive elevation gain, and a 10 km walk.
Open to participants aged 18 and over for the competitive trails, with the walk subject to organizer conditions. The event is part of the Merrell Trail Running Series, promoting sport in natural settings and environmental awareness. The race offers a competitive atmosphere with prizes for top finishers and age categories, while the walk is non-competitive.
The start and finish are at the same location in Lousa, with logistical support including solid and liquid aid stations, safety measures, and chip timing for the trails.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Sub-23: 18 to 22 years
• Seniors: 23 to 39 years
• M40/F40: 40 to 44 years
• M45/F45: 45 to 49 years
• M50/F50: 50 to 54 years
• M55/F55: 55 to 59 years
• M60/F60: 60 to 64 years
• M65/F65: 65 to 69 years
• M70+/F70+: 70 years or older
Start/finish locations: Lousa, concelho de Loures, distrito de Lisboa
Start times per category/distance:
• Trail Longo (23 km): 09:00
• Trail Curto (13 km): 09:00
• Caminhada (10 km walk): 09:05
Cut-off times: 6 hours for competitive trails
Participant limit: 600 participants total across all modalities
Registration deadline: January 10, 2027, at 23:59 or until limit reached
Surface types: Natural trail terrain with elevation gains
Course format: Trail running and walking in natural environment
Race routes:
• Trail Longo: approx. 23 km, 1,200 m positive elevation
• Trail Curto: approx. 13 km, 600 m positive elevation
• Caminhada: 10 km
Timing method: Electronic chip integrated in bib for Trail Longo and Trail Curto
Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations with solid and liquid supplies at defined points; participants must carry own reusable container for liquids
Prizes: Awards for top 3 overall male and female in Trail Longo and Trail Curto; age category prizes; team prizes; prize for team with most participants; Caminhada non-competitive with no prizes
Cancellation & refund policy: No refunds will be given in case of participant withdrawal. Transfers of registration to another participant are allowed if made within the registration period.
Location
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Trail Run 23 km
Trail Run 13 km
Walking 10 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: neck gaiter, bib with integrated chip for Trail Longo and Trail Curto, bib without chip for Caminhada
🏅 Finisher prize: trophies and prizes for top finishers and age categories in Trail Longo and Trail Curto
⏱️ Timing + live results via electronic chip timing for Trail Longo and Trail Curto
🛟 Safety support: first aid and logistical support provided
🛡️ Insurance: included sports accident insurance
🥤 Aid stations: solid and liquid supplies at assistance points and at finish line
🧳 Other gifts provided by organizers, partners, or sponsors
