Messenger8th Trail de Elvas – Património Mundial 2026
- Sun, December 6, 2026
- 10 € — 17 €
- 4 races
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Price increases in 15 days 07 hours 29 min
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Event summary
The VIII Trail de Elvas – Património Mundial is a trail running event taking place on December 6, 2026, in Elvas, a city recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. The event offers competitive races of 30 km (Trail Longo), 18 km (Trail Sprint), and 12 km (Mini Trail), as well as a non-competitive 10 km walk.
Open to participants aged 20+ for the 30 km, 18+ for the 18 km, and 16+ (with authorization) for the 12 km, the event is integrated into the District Trail Circuits of the AADP. The courses highlight the historical and cultural heritage of Elvas, passing iconic landmarks such as Forte da Graça and the Amoreira Aqueduct.
The race atmosphere combines sport and cultural appreciation, with a focus on respecting the environment and local heritage. The event includes timed competitive races and a leisure walk, welcoming a broad range of participants.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Juvenis M/F: 16-17 years (only Mini Trail)
• Juniores M/F: 18-19 years
• Seniores M/F: 20-34 years
• Veterans M/F 35: 35-39 years
• Veterans M/F 40: 40-44 years
• Veterans M/F 45: 45-49 years
• Veterans M/F 50: 50-54 years
• Veterans M/F 55: 55-59 years
• Veterans M/F 60: 60-64 years
• Veterans M/F 65: 65-69 years
• Veterans M/F 70+: 70 years or older
Start/finish locations: Start and finish at Museu Militar de Elvas
Start times per category/distance:
• Trail Longo (30 km): 09:00
• Trail Sprint (18 km): 09:30
• Mini Trail (12 km): 10:00
• Caminhada (10 km): 10:05
Cut-off times: 6 hours from official start of Trail Longo at 09:00
Bib pick-up time and location:
• December 5, 18:00–20:00 at Estádio de Atletismo de Elvas
• December 6, 07:00–08:30 at Museu Militar de Elvas
Participants limit: 250 athletes per distance
Timing method: Electronic chip integrated in bib with manual controls
Toilets and aid station placement: 4 aid stations with liquids and solids along the course
Parking and shuttle details: Parking at Estádio de Atletismo de Elvas and Parque do Clube de Tiro e Caça de Elvas
Prizes: Awards for top 3 overall and per age category in Trail Longo, Trail Sprint, and Mini Trail; trophies for top 3 teams and most numerous team; Finisher prize for all finishers
Cancellation & refund policy: No refunds will be made for confirmed registrations if the participant does not attend the event. The organization reserves the right to alter or cancel the event without refund in cases of safety or force majeure.
Location
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Trail Run 30 km
Trail Run 18 km
Trail Run 12 km
Walking 10 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib, sports insurance, liquid and solid refreshments, finisher prize, assorted gifts
🏅 Finisher prize: awarded to all participants who complete their race
🥤 Aid stations: 4 stations with liquids and solids along the course
🚿 Showers: available at Estádio de Atletismo de Elvas
📸 Photography: official photographic coverage with free access to photos via event channels
🛟 Safety support: support from Bombeiros Voluntários de Elvas for emergencies
🛡️ Insurance: included in registration fee
