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The Mangualde Trail – Desafio dos Santos is a trail running event taking place on October 25, 2026, in Mangualde, Viseu, Portugal. It features four race types: a Long Trail of approximately 25 km, a Short Trail of approximately 15 km, a Mini-Trail of approximately 8 km, and an 8 km Walk.
This event is part of the Circuito de Trail da Beira Alta 2026, constituting its 8th stage. It welcomes participants from age 11 and up, with specific age requirements for each race type, and includes categories for all levels, from athletes to walkers.
The race offers a unique opportunity to explore Mangualde's natural trails and autumn landscapes, combining sport, nature, and local cultural celebration during the traditional Feira dos Santos festival.
The Intermunicipal Cup 3H Resistance MTB is a mountain bike endurance race series held in 2026 across six events in various municipalities including Alenquer, Loures, Mafra, Oeiras, Amadora, and Lisbon. The final event takes place in Monsanto, Lisbon on October 25, 2026.
The race features a 3-hour resistance format with courses approximately 4 to 7 km long, alongside juvenile MTB races with shorter circuits from 500 meters to 3 km depending on age categories. The competition is open to licensed and non-licensed amateur athletes aged 5 and above, with multiple age and gender categories, including e-Bikes.
This series offers a competitive amateur atmosphere with point-based classifications and prizes for top finishers, supported by local cycling clubs and municipalities. Juvenile races run concurrently with the main events, providing a family-friendly environment.
The 2 Léguas da Eurocidade 2026 is a running event taking place on October 25, 2026, in Valença. It features four simultaneous races: a competitive 10 km race for athletes aged 18 and over, a 1.5 km Mini Léguas for youth aged 12 to 17, a 5 km walk, and a 500 m Léguazinha for children aged 7 to 11, who may be accompanied by an adult.
The main 10 km race is mostly flat and open to both federated and non-federated athletes, with prizes awarded to the top three finishers in each age and gender category. The event offers a family-friendly atmosphere with non-competitive races for younger participants and walkers, including medals for all finishers in these categories.
The TRILHOS DO NABÃO - Corrida das Bruxas 2026 is a trail running and walking event taking place on October 31, 2026, in Linhaceira, Tomar, Portugal. It features a 15 km trail race and a 6 km walk, both held at night with a Halloween theme encouraging participants to wear costumes.
The event is open to all participants aged 18 and over for both distances, with younger participants allowed in the 6 km walk under parental responsibility. The race combines sport and festivity with themed entertainment along the course and awards for the most original costumes, alongside traditional competitive prizes.
The 11th Halloween Walk4Fun is a recreational walking event taking place on October 31, 2026, in Bombarral, Portugal. It features two distinct themed walking routes starting at the Pátio da Antiga Escola Primária do Bombarral, designed to celebrate Halloween with animation and spooky points along the way.
The event is open to all ages, with specific participation conditions for minors requiring adult accompaniment under 12 years old. The walk is organized in groups of about 15 participants with staggered starts every 5 minutes, creating a fun and engaging atmosphere for families and groups.
Following the walk, a free Scary Party with DJ Dynamico, bar service, food, and Halloween-themed entertainment will be held at the same location, making it a festive night for participants and visitors alike.
The 1st CRP Ribafria Resistência Trail is a unique endurance trail running event taking place on 31 October 2026 in Benedita. Instead of covering a fixed distance, participants compete over a three-hour period on an approximately 3.5 km loop, aiming to complete as many laps as possible before time expires.
Held in the scenic woodland surroundings of Fonte da Senhora, the course combines asphalt, dirt roads and forest trails with an easy technical profile, making it suitable for experienced trail runners as well as athletes looking to try a timed endurance format. Participants can compete individually or in men's, women's and mixed pairs, adding a strategic team element to the challenge.
The event combines competition with a friendly atmosphere, finishing with a post-race dinner and prize ceremony at the CRP Ribafria headquarters.
The II Trail Cidade de Faro takes place on 1 November 2026 in Estoi, in the municipality of Faro. Organised by Associação Temivels d’Atalaia in partnership with the Municipality of Faro, the event combines competitive trail running with a recreational walk through the natural and rural landscapes surrounding the village.
Participants can choose between a 32 km Long Trail, a 21 km Trail Sprint, a 13 km Mini Trail and a 10 km walk. The routes mainly follow rural paths, natural trails and forest tracks, with occasional sections on public roads. Depending on the chosen distance, runners may encounter uneven ground, steeper gradients and more technical sections.
The Long Trail has approximately 1,600 metres of elevation gain, while the Trail Sprint includes around 700 metres. The Mini Trail and walk offer shorter alternatives, with approximately 580 and 200 metres of climbing respectively. Along the way, participants can expect views towards the Algarve coastline and the surrounding hills.
The three trail races are competitive and include official classifications, while the walk is recreational. The programme also includes electronic timing for competitive participants, aid stations, medical support, a finisher medal, an official T-shirt and post-race food.
The VI Trail de Ficalho is a trail running event taking place on November 1, 2026, in Vila Verde de Ficalho, Beja, Portugal. It offers multiple distances including Ultra Trail (50 km), Trail (35 km), Trail Sprint (17 km), Trail Surprise, and a non-competitive Caminhada/Minitrail (10 km).
The event is open to participants aged 12 and above, with specific minimum ages for each distance, and is part of the Circuito de Trail do Baixo Alentejo 2027 and the Taça Alengarve Trail. The courses feature challenging terrain such as paths, trails, streams, and escarpments, with significant elevation gains up to 2063 meters for the Ultra Trail.
The Trail de Ficalho emphasizes connection with nature, local history, and culture, promoting healthy lifestyles and environmental respect. The event atmosphere encourages personal challenge, social interaction, and community involvement, including walkers and non-competitive participants.
The XII Edition of the Trail Glória do Ribatejo – Desafia o Trilho is a trail running event scheduled for November 1, 2026, in Glória do Ribatejo, Salvaterra de Magos, Portugal. It features competitive races of 30 km (Trail Longo), 18 km (Trail Curto), and 10 km (Mini Trail), as well as a 10 km walking event.
The event is open to participants aged 18 and over, with younger athletes allowed only with parental authorization. It is part of the Circuito de Trail do Ribatejo (CTR) and the Portuguese Trail Running Association Championship (ATRP).
The courses are natural circuits mainly composed of trails with some technical sections, all circular starting and finishing at the Municipal Pavilion. The event offers a festive atmosphere with a focus on local traditions, gastronomy, and the natural landscape of the Ribatejo region.
Ladeira On Fire 2026 is a competition exclusively for firefighters, taking place on November 7, 2026, in Nazaré. The event is organized by the Associação Humanitária dos Bombeiros Voluntários da Nazaré and features a challenging urban race format requiring full firefighter personal protective equipment.
The race is open only to Volunteer Firefighters, Sapadores, and Municipal Firefighters, with a maximum of 200 participants. It includes male and female categories divided into age groups from 18 years and above.
Participants experience a unique and demanding course on the Ladeira da Nazaré, fostering courage and strength in a spirited firefighter community atmosphere. The event concludes with a solidarity lunch featuring traditional dishes.