Messenger11th São Silvestre Idanha-a-Nova
- Sat, December 5, 2026
- Free — 12 €
- 4 races
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Price increases in 2 days 04 hours 37 min
Event summary
The 11th São Silvestre Race of Idanha-a-Nova is a running event taking place on December 5, 2026, in Idanha-a-Nova. It offers multiple race categories for all ages, including children and veterans, with distances ranging from 700 meters to 10 kilometers.
The race is open to all athletes, federated or not, clubs, associations, and the general public. It features a festive atmosphere with a new course, monetary prizes, and a special non-competitive 5 km walk/run event.
Participants receive a personalized bib, finisher medal, jersey, and traditional soup with a drink, making it a unique cultural and sporting experience for all ages.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Benjamins (up to 11 years, 2015 and later)
• Infantis (born 2013/2014)
• Iniciados (born 2011/2012)
• Juvenis (born 2009/2010)
• Juniores (born 2007/2008)
• Seniores (born 2006 and earlier)
• Veterans 35 (35-39 years)
• Veterans 40 (40-44 years)
• Veterans 45 (45-49 years)
• Veterans 50 (50-54 years)
• Veterans 55 (55-59 years, women 55+)
• Veterans 60 (60-64 years)
• Veterans 65 (65+)
Start/finish locations: ESGIN – Escola Superior de Gestão Idanha-a-Nova
Start times per category/distance:
• Benjamins (700m): 18:00
• Infantis (2 km): 18:10
• Iniciados (3.5 km): 18:30
• Juvenis (5 km): 18:55
• Juniores/Seniores/Veteranos (10 km): 19:00
• Non-competitive walk/run (5 km): 19:00
Bib pick-up time and location: December 5, 2026, 14:00–18:00 at Recinto da Feira Raiana
Registration deadline: November 29, 2026, 23:59 via https://waitastart.com
Course format: Multiple distances on a new course in Idanha-a-Nova
Race routes: Distances from 700m to 10 km depending on category; 5 km non-competitive walk/run route same as São Silvestre race
Timing method: Electronic chip timing on bib
Prizes: Individual medals for top 3 in each category; trophies for top 5 teams in children’s and absolute categories; monetary prizes for top 10 absolute male and female athletes and top 3 teams; special monetary prizes for best local athletes and sprint points
Cancellation & refund policy: Cancellation and refund policies are defined by the Event Organizer.
Location
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Kids
Road Running 10 km
Road Running 5 km
Kids 700 m
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: personalized bib, jersey, finisher medal, traditional soup and drink
🏅 Finisher prize: metallic finisher medal
⏱️ Timing + live results via chip on bib
🛡️ Insurance: temporary personal accident insurance for all participants
🥤 Traditional soup and drink included in athlete kit
🚿 Showers available at Municipal Pavilion
🏆 Monetary prizes for top 10 absolute male and female athletes and top 3 teams; trophies for top teams and best local athletes
