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Event summary
The Trail Serra D’Aire 2027 is a mountain trail running event taking place on January 24, 2027, in Bairro, Ourém, Portugal. It features three race distances: a Long Trail of 38 km, a Short Trail of 18 km, and a Mini Trail of 12 km, plus a 10 km walk.
The event is open to athletes aged 18 and over for the Long Trail, and 16 and over for the Short and Mini Trails with parental authorization for minors under 18. It is certified by the Portuguese Athletics Federation and is part of the National Circuits for Long Trail, Sprint, and Youth categories.
The race courses traverse the trails and paths of the Serra de Aire, offering a challenging mountain running experience with significant elevation gain, and the event aims to be a festive sports gathering promoting camaraderie and respect for nature.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Trail Longo: 18+ years
• Trail Curto: 16+ years (under 18 requires parental authorization)
• Mini Trail: 16+ years (under 18 requires parental authorization)
• Caminhada (Walk): all ages with adult supervision for minors
Start/finish locations: Bairro, Ourém
Start times per category/distance:
• Trail Longo 38K: 08:00
• Trail Curto 18K: 09:00
• Mini Trail 12K: 09:30
• Caminhada: 09:35
Cut-off times: 8 hours for all races
Bib pick-up time and location:
• January 23, 18:00–21:00
• January 24, 07:00–09:00
• Location: Grupo Desportivo e Cultural do Bairro
Participants limit: Limited entries per race; registration closes when full
Surface types: Mountain trails and paths in Serra de Aire
Course format: Trail running courses with directional signs and tape markings
Race routes:
• Trail Longo: 38 km, 2000 m elevation gain
• Trail Curto: 18 km, 650 m elevation gain
• Mini Trail: 12 km, 450 m elevation gain
• Caminhada: 10 km, 300 m elevation gain
Timing method: Electronic chip timing with disposable chips on bib
Toilets and aid station placement: Multiple aid stations with liquids and solids along the course and after finish; athletes must carry their own cup or container
Parking and shuttle details: Parking available; no shuttle details specified
Prizes: Awards for top 3 overall by gender and age categories in Trail Longo and Trail Curto; Mini Trail awards for top 3 overall and sub-23 categories; team awards for Mini Trail, Trail Curto, and Trail Longo
Cancellation & refund policy: No refunds are given for withdrawal. In case of event cancellation, registration transfers automatically to the next edition. If the athlete cancels after event cancellation, 75% of the registration fee is refunded.
Location
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Trail Run 38 km
Trail Run 18 km
Trail Run 12 km
Walking 12 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib, technical promotional t-shirt (available only if registered before January 10, 2027)
🏅 Finisher prize
⏱️ Electronic timing with disposable chips (except for Caminhada)
🛟 Medical assistance during the event
🥤 Aid stations with liquids and solids along the course and at finish
🚿 Showers available at GCDR Bairrense and Pavilhão Municipal do Caneiro with transfer service every 20 minutes
🏆 Prizes for top finishers by gender and age categories
