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FRIENDSHIP TRAIL 2026

Sat, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 6, 2026
5 € — 35 €
7 races
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Event summary

Trail da Amizade 2026 is a trail running event taking place on December 5 and 6, 2026, in Santiago da Guarda, Ansião, Portugal. The event offers multiple distances including 50 km, 32 km, 19 km, 12 km, and a non-competitive 12 km walk, as well as a Trail Kids race with distances from 1,000 to 3,000 meters adjusted by age.

The event is open to athletes aged 4 and above, with parental authorization required for minors. It includes the TdA Challenge Extreme, a combined challenge of the 32 km and 50 km races. The Trail Longo and Trail Curto distances are part of the 6th Municipal Championship of Ansião and may also count towards regional, national, or international circuits.

Participants will experience technical trails, paths, and tracks through the scenic and cultural landscapes of Sicó and Santiago da Guarda. The event fosters a spirit of friendship, challenge, and discovery, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and respect for the environment.

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Age categories/divisions:
• UTA – Ultra Trail: athletes over 18 years old on event day
• TLA – Trail Longo: athletes over 18 years old on event day
• TCA – Trail Curto: all athletes with physical condition and parental authorization for minors
• MTA – Mini Trail: all athletes with physical condition and parental authorization for minors
• CMA – Caminhada (Walk): all interested with physical condition and parental authorization for minors
• TKA – Trail Kids: children aged 4 or older with parental authorization and signed responsibility term
• TCE – TdA Challenge Extreme: athletes over 18 years old on event day

Start/finish locations: Center of Santiago da Guarda, Av. Vasco da Gama

Start times per category/distance:
• December 5: 08:00 – UTA 50k
• December 5: 10:00 – Trail Kids
• December 6: 08:00 – Trail Longo
• December 6: 08:45 – Trail Curto Female
• December 6: 09:00 – Trail Curto Male
• December 6: 09:30 – Mini-Trail
• December 6: 09:45 – Caminhada (Walk)

Cut-off times:
• UTA 50k: 10 hours
• Trail Longo and Trail Curto: 7 hours
• Mini Trail: 4 hours

Participant limit:
• Caminhada: 400
• Mini Trail: 400
• Trail Curto: 400
• Trail Longo: 300
• Ultra Trail: 250

Registration deadline: November 29, 2026

Surface types: Technical trails, paths, tracks

Course format: Circular course starting and finishing at Santiago da Guarda

Race routes:
• UTA 50k: 50+ km, 2200+ m elevation
• TLA 32k: 32+ km, 1150+ m elevation
• TCA 19k: 19+ km, 580+ m elevation
• MTA 12k and Caminhada: 12+ km, 250+ m elevation

Timing method: Electronic chip timing with disposable chips on bib

Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations with liquids and solids at locations defined by organization; athletes must carry their own hydration containers

Prizes: Trophies for top 3 men and women in UTA 50k, TLA 32k, and TCA 19k general classification; trophies for top 5 in Mini Trail; trophies for top 5 in TCE 50k+32k combined; diplomas of merit for top 5 in each category; direct entry to next year’s race for diploma winners; prizes for 3 most numerous teams

Cancellation & refund policy: Cancellation deposit of 3€ can be paid at registration. Refund of registration fee is available if cancellation is notified by November 29, 2026. No refunds after this date except 50% refund if event is cancelled. Organization reserves the right to not refund in case of weather or other force majeure events.

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Ansião, Leiria