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Event summary
The Fontinhas Trail by ERA is a trail running event taking place on November 7, 2026, in Fontinhas, Praia da Vitória. It offers three distinct routes: a 30 km trail, a 15 km sprint, and a 10 km walk.
The 30 km trail is part of the Terceira Island circuit and is open to all participants. The courses run through rural trails and paths in Fontinhas and neighboring parishes, providing a natural and scenic environment. The event promotes sport, health, and contact with nature, supported by local associations and sponsors.
The event includes competitive races for the 30 km and 15 km distances with age categories and trophies, as well as a non-competitive 10 km walk that allows participation with children up to 14 years old.
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Start/finish locations: Concentration, start, and finish at the front of Junta de Freguesia das Fontinhas, Praia da Vitória
Start times per category/distance:
• Trail 30 km: 09:00
• Sprint 15 km: 09:30
• Caminhada 10 km: 09:30
Cut-off times:
• Trail 30 km: 4h30
• Sprint 15 km: 3h30
• Caminhada 10 km: 3h00
Bib pick-up time and location: November 5 and 6, 2026, from 17:30 to 21:00 at Sociedade Musical União das Fontinhas
Registration deadline: October 30, 2026, at 23:59
Surface types: Trails and rural paths in Fontinhas and neighboring parishes
Course format: Independent routes for each distance
Race routes: Trail 30 km, Sprint 15 km, Caminhada 10 km
Timing method: Manual classification for 30 km and 15 km; Caminhada 10 km is non-competitive and not timed
Toilets and aid station placement: Included (implied by provision of refreshments and facilities)
Prizes: Trophies for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd overall (male and female) in 30 km and 15 km; medals for age categories
Cancellation & refund policy: Refunds are only granted after analysis and validation of the reason by the organization. No transfer of registration between athletes or events is allowed. The organization may close registrations early for capacity or safety reasons.
Location
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Trail Run 30 km
Trail Run 15 km
Trail Run 30 km Federated
Trail Run 15 km Federated
Walking 10 km Federated
Walking 10 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib number, t-shirt, ERA Terceira souvenir
🏅 Finisher prize: medals for age categories and trophies for top finishers
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident and liability insurance included
🥤 Aid stations: refreshments and food at the finish line
🚿 Showers and changing rooms available
🏆 Podium awards for top 3 male and female finishers in 30 km and 15 km
⏱️ Classification and time control for competitive races
