MessengerSão Silvestre de Castelo de Paiva 2026
- Sat, December 12, 2026
- 5 € — 10 €
- 2 races
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Price increases in 10 days 06 hours 41 min
Registered directly with the organizer
Event summary
The São Silvestre de Castelo de Paiva 2026 is an athletics event taking place on December 12, 2026, in Castelo de Paiva, Portugal. It features a competitive 10 km race and a non-competitive 5 km walk/run.
The 10 km race is open to all athletes aged 18 and over, both federated and non-federated, with a maximum of 1000 participants. The 5 km walk/run is open to all ages without competition.
The courses run through key streets and emblematic areas of Castelo de Paiva, offering a festive atmosphere to celebrate the holiday season with sport and community spirit.
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Start/finish locations: Largo do Conde, Castelo de Paiva
Start times per category/distance:
• 10 km race: 18:00
• 5 km walk/run: 18:15
Participant limit: 1000 for the 10 km race
Registration deadline: December 7, 2026 (online and in-person)
Surface types: Urban streets of Castelo de Paiva
Race routes:
• 10 km: Largo do Conde; Rua Emídio Navarro; Rua da Boavista; Rua José de Arrochela; Rua Visconde José de Paiva; Rua de Chelo; Rua de São Martinho (Cruz da Agra-Retorno); Largo do Conde
• 5 km: Largo do Conde; Rua Emídio Navarro; Rua da Boavista; Rua José de Arrochela; Rua Visconde José de Paiva (Moita-Retorno); Largo do Conde
Timing method: Electronic chip timing (disposable chip on bib)
Toilets and aid station placement: Water stations starting at Km 5, may increase depending on temperature
Parking and shuttle details: Free parking at the municipal fairground about 100m from the start
Bib pick-up time and location:
• December 10-11, 09:00–12:30 and 14:00–17:30
• December 12, 09:00–12:00 and 14:00–18:00
• Location: Atrium of the Paços do Concelho, Municipality of Castelo de Paiva
Prizes:
• Monetary prizes and trophies for top 10 overall men and women in 10 km
• Monetary prizes and medals for top 3 in each age category
• Participation medal for all finishers
Cancellation & refund policy: No refunds are issued for cancellations. Participants may transfer their registration to another athlete by notifying the organization before the event day. In case of injury or illness, registration can be deferred to the following year with a valid medical certificate.
Location
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Walk/Mini-Run 5 km
Road Running 10 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: commemorative t-shirt and personalized event bottle
🏅 Finisher prize: participation medal for all finishers
⏱️ Timing + live results by electronic chip timing
🛟 Safety support: event supported by GNR, firefighters, and volunteers
🥤 Aid stations: water stations from Km 5, adjusted by temperature
🅿️ Free parking near start area
