Running
346 Races
The Vulcan Trail 2027 is a trail running event taking place on January 3, 2027, in Igreja Nova, Mafra, Lisbon district. It features three races: a Long Trail of over 20 km, a Short Trail of over 12 km, and a Walk.
Open to participants aged 18 and over, the event promotes tourism, environmental awareness, and sport in natural settings. The race offers a challenging course with positive and negative elevation changes, and a time limit of 4 hours for completion.
The event includes individual competitions for men and women across various age categories, with trophies awarded to top finishers and teams, creating a competitive and community atmosphere.
The 8th Corrida dos Reis - Bênção do Atleta is a running event taking place on January 10, 2027, in Fátima, Ourém. It features a main competitive race of 10 km, a youth race with variable distances according to age categories, and a non-competitive 7 km walk.
The event welcomes participants across various age groups, including juniors, seniors, and veterans, with specific categories for men and women. It is organized by FET - Fátima Escola de Triatlo with support from local authorities. The race offers a festive atmosphere with a blessing ceremony for athletes and includes prize ceremonies for both the main and youth races.
The course starts and finishes on Avenida Dom José Alves Correia da Silva near the Fátima Tourist Office, with facilities such as showers at the Estádio Papa Francisco. The event also emphasizes sportsmanship, environmental responsibility, and safety support.
The Linhas de Torres 100 is a trail running event taking place on January 29 and 30, 2027, in Torres Vedras, Portugal, with the finish line at Expo Torres. It offers multiple race distances including solo and relay options for 100 km, as well as shorter distances of 50 km, 30 km, 20 km, and 10 km, plus walking and children's races.
This event is open to participants aged 18 and over (with some exceptions for younger athletes in shorter distances) and is part of several national trail running circuits certified by the Portuguese Trail Running Association (ATRP). The race courses traverse the historic Linhas de Torres Vedras defensive lines, offering a unique blend of natural and cultural heritage in a semi-autonomous trail running format.
The atmosphere combines competitive endurance racing with family-friendly activities including ecological walks and free children's races, making it inclusive for all ages and abilities.
The XII Trail Montes Saloios is a trail running event taking place on February 21, 2027, in Covas de Ferro, Almargem do Bispo, Sintra. It offers multiple distances including Ultra Trail 50 km, Trail Longo 31 km, Trail Curto 15 km, Trail Experience 10 km, and a 10 km Caminhada (walk).
The event is open to all interested participants, with age restrictions for some distances: Ultra Trail, Trail Longo, and Trail Curto are for those over 18 years old, while Trail Experience and Caminhada are open to all ages (minors under 16 require a guardian or responsibility waiver). The race features semi-autonomous support with mandatory equipment and several aid stations along the routes.
The race is organized by Moto Clube TT Montes Saloios with support from Associação Faz-te aos Trilhos! and aims to promote trail running and local culture. The atmosphere combines competitive and recreational elements, with prize ceremonies and a festive environment at the Pavilhão Gimnodesportivo da Liga dos Amigos de Covas de Ferro.
The 3rd Corrida Solidária de Reigoso is a running event taking place on February 28, 2027, in Reigoso, Oliveira de Frades, Portugal. It features a 15 km race, a 10 km race, and an 8 km walk, supporting several charitable causes.
The races are open to all runners aged 18 and over, with no nationality or gender restrictions, and include categories for adapted sports athletes. The walk is open to all interested participants. The event promotes solidarity by supporting local volunteer firefighters, cancer organizations, and individual children in need.
The race offers a festive and community-oriented atmosphere with team competitions and prizes for various age groups and overall classifications, making it inclusive and engaging for a wide range of participants.
The Montalegre Urban Fit is an urban obstacle race taking place on March 6, 2027, in Montalegre, Portugal. The race features a 9 km course with 30 obstacles of varying difficulty, set in cold conditions typical of the Barroso region at this time of year.
Participants can choose from several competition categories including Elite Liga, Elite Internacional, Liga Competitive, and Guerreiro (fun category), with individual and team options available. The event is open to participants aged 14 and above, with some categories requiring registration with the OCR Portugal league.
This race combines physical challenge with a community spirit, as it supports a local Montalegre institution. The event atmosphere is competitive yet inclusive, with multiple start waves and a finisher prize for all participants.
The 3rd Backyard Ultra Ansião is an extreme endurance running event scheduled for March 20, 2027, at Parque Empresarial do Camporês in Ansião. This official Backyard Ultra race features a unique format where participants run a 6.706 km loop every hour, starting exactly on the hour, continuing until only one runner remains.
The race is open to athletes aged 18 and over. It is part of the official Backyard Ultra calendar and is classified as a Bronze Ticket event. The course includes a night-marked loop with a positive elevation gain of 80 meters, demanding both physical and mental stamina.
The event offers a challenging and intense atmosphere where rest time depends on how quickly each loop is completed. The last athlete able to finish a loop within the hour wins, making it a true test of endurance and strategy.
The Trail Run Real Priolo returns to São Miguel on 24 April 2027 for its seventh edition, offering runners the opportunity to explore the breathtaking landscapes of Nordeste through one of the Azores' flagship trail running events. Recognised by the Portuguese Trail Running Association (ATRP), ITRA and the UTMB World Series, the event combines challenging mountain trails with the natural beauty of one of the island's most iconic regions.
The programme includes four competitive races — a demanding 49 km Ultra, 30 km Trail, 18 km Trail Sprint and 12 km Mini Trail — alongside a 9.3 km recreational walk. The routes traverse forest trails, agricultural paths, streams and protected natural areas, showcasing the rich biodiversity and dramatic scenery that make Nordeste one of São Miguel's premier trail running destinations.
Designed for both experienced trail runners and newcomers to the sport, the event offers different levels of technical difficulty while maintaining a strong commitment to environmental sustainability and the preservation of the Priolo's natural habitat. With professional organisation, electronic timing, extensive athlete support and recognition within the national and international trail running calendar, the Trail Run Real Priolo delivers an authentic Azorean trail running experience.