MessengerV Trail Veredas de Nexe 2026
- Sun, November 22, 2026
- 2 € — 25 €
- 8 races
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Price increases in 15 days 07 hours 13 min
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Event summary
The V Trail Veredas de Nexe is a trail running event scheduled for November 22, 2026, in Santa Bárbara de Nexe, Faro, Portugal. It offers multiple race distances including a 35+ km Trail, 18+ km Trail Sprint, 10 km Mini Trail, 6 km Walk, and kids’ races of 1 and 2 km.
The event is open to participants aged 18 and older for most races, with younger athletes allowed in kids’ categories and some exceptions with parental consent. It is part of the Taça Alengarve and the Algarve Regional Circuits for Trail and Trail Sprint for the 2026/2027 season, awarding ITRA points and UTMB classification.
The courses traverse narrow and wide trails, dirt paths, rocky areas, and some paved sections, showcasing the cultural and natural heritage of Santa Bárbara de Nexe, including views of the Serra de Monte Figo, Ria Formosa, and the Atlantic Ocean. The event also features a Trail Kids race and a family-friendly atmosphere with safety and organizational support throughout the routes.
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Start/finish locations: Junta de Freguesia de Santa Bárbara de Nexe, Estrada da Relva 8, Poço de Mouro
Start times per category/distance:
• Trail: 08:00
• Trail Sprint: 08:30
• Mini Trail: 09:00
• Caminhada (Walk): 09:30
• Trail Kids: 12:15 (subject to change)
Cut-off times:
• Trail: 7 hours
• Trail Sprint: 5 hours
• Mini Trail: 3 hours
• Caminhada: 2 hours
Bib pick-up time and location:
• November 21, 14:00–20:00
• November 22, 06:30–09:15
• Location: Edifício da Junta de Freguesia de Santa Bárbara de Nexe
Registration deadline: November 15, 2026
Surface types: Narrow and wide trails, dirt paths, rocky zones, some paved roads at start/finish and interconnecting sections
Course format: Trail running courses with marked routes using orange tapes on the right, directional signs, and ground markings; organizational staff at critical points
Race routes:
• Trail: 35+ km, 1200m positive elevation
• Trail Sprint: 18+ km, 650m positive elevation
• Mini Trail: 10 km, 300m positive elevation
• Caminhada: 6 km, 60m positive elevation
• Trail Kids: 1 km and 2 km
Timing method: Electronic chip timing attached to bib with multiple control points
Toilets and aid station placement:
• Aid stations with liquids and solids at various distances depending on race
• Final aid station with fruit, liquids, and cakes at finish
Parking and shuttle details: Free parking available at Polidesportivo and Junta de Freguesia locations
Prizes: Awards for top 3 overall and age categories in Trail, Trail Sprint, Mini Trail; finisher prizes for all completing within time; team awards for largest team and top 3 teams in Trail and Trail Sprint
Cancellation & refund policy: No refunds will be given except if the event is canceled due to reasons attributable to the organization.
Location
get directionsRaces
Trail Run 35 km
Trail Run 35 km AAAlgarve Member
Trail Run 18 km
Trail Run 18 km AAAlgarve Member
Trail Run 10 km
Trail Kids Long 2 km
Trail Kids Short 1 km
Walking 6 km
Optional Extras
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib, technical event t-shirt, and other organizational gifts
🏅 Finisher prize: prize for all athletes finishing within time limits
⏱️ Timing + live results available online via Crono AAAlgarve
🛟 Safety support: organizational staff and GNR security forces along the course
🛡️ Insurance: mandatory sports insurance covering all participants
🥤 Aid stations: liquids and solids at multiple points depending on race distance, final aid station with fruit, liquids, and cakes
🚿 Showers available at Polidesportivo de Santa Bárbara de Nexe
📸 Photography coverage by official event photographers
🏆 Prizes for top finishers overall, age categories, and teams
