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View eventBook on RaceFinderGRIFO24h
The GRIFO24h is a 24-hour endurance running event taking place on November 14-15, 2026, at the Unidade de Intervenção da GNR in Pontinha, Lisbon. The event includes multiple races: 24 hours, 12 hours, 3 hours, and a Night Marathon, all designed to test physical and mental resilience.
Open to individuals and teams, the event welcomes participants aged 18 and over for most races, with the 3-hour race allowing minors accompanied by an adult. It is part of the national 24-hour endurance running circuit for 2026, alongside two other events.
The race course is a certified 2.235 km closed loop inside the GNR barracks, featuring mostly asphalt and some dirt surfaces. The event promotes camaraderie, strategy, and health culture, with a solidarity component supporting vulnerable families through food donations.
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View eventBook on RaceFinderBenquerenças Backyard Ultra 2026
The 3rd Benquerenças Backyard Ultra is an ultra-distance running event scheduled for November 14, 2026, in Benquerenças, Castelo Branco, Portugal. This race challenges participants to complete laps of 6.706 km each within one hour, continuing until only one runner remains.
There are two participation options: a 10-lap race totaling approximately 67 km for runners aged 16 and over, and the BY Ultra format for runners aged 18 and over, where the goal is to complete as many laps as possible. The event is part of the official Backyard Ultra calendar, featuring a unique format that tests endurance and strategy.
The course is mostly on dirt terrain with about 90 meters of elevation gain per lap. The race atmosphere emphasizes camaraderie and resilience, with support allowed only in the arena area. Participants must be self-sufficient during laps, and the event includes finisher prizes and awards for the top male and female BY Ultra finishers.
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View eventRota do Corno de Bico
The Rota de Corno de Bico is a non-competitive mountain bike tour taking place on November 14, 2026, in Paredes de Coura, Portugal. This event offers two route options: a long course of approximately 60 km and a shorter course of about 45 km, both navigated autonomously via GPS.
Open to amateur cyclists and enthusiasts aged 14 and above (with adult guidance for younger participants), the event emphasizes personal challenge, discovery, and respect for nature. Participants follow rural roads and trails through one of Alto Minho's most emblematic natural areas, with no on-course support or markings.
The atmosphere is relaxed and self-directed, focusing on autonomy and environmental responsibility, with no competitive ranking or official timing.
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View event9th SÃO MACÁRIO TRAIL
The 9th São Macário Ultra Trail is a trail running event taking place on November 14 and 15, 2026, in São Pedro do Sul, Portugal. This event offers four distances: Ultra Trail (51 km with 4124m elevation gain), Trail (31 km, 2109m), Trail Sprint (21 km, 1247m), and Mini-Trail/Walk (11 km, 487m), catering to a wide range of trail runners and walkers.
Open to all athletes aged 18 and above for Ultra Trail, Trail, and Trail Sprint, and from 14 years for the Mini-Trail/Walk, the race features courses through the beautiful Serra da Arada, São Macário, with medium to high difficulty and technical terrain including dirt, stones, and some paved sections. The event emphasizes safety and fair play in a natural environment, with time limits and checkpoints ensuring a competitive and secure race.
The atmosphere is challenging yet supportive, with diverse distances allowing both elite athletes and recreational participants to enjoy the scenic mountain trails. The event includes team categories and awards for the largest and best-scoring teams, fostering a community spirit. The event also provides aid stations, safety support, and logistical services to enhance the race experience.
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View eventTRAIL TERRAS DE SAL E SERRA 2026
The Trail Terras de Sal e Serra 2026 is a trail running event taking place on November 15, 2026, in Rio Maior, Santarém district. The event features three distances: a Long Trail of approximately 32 km with 1400 meters of elevation gain, a Short Trail of approximately 18 km with 800 meters of elevation gain, and a Mini Trail/Walk of approximately 11 km with 400 meters of elevation gain.
All races start at the Salinas de Rio Maior and finish at the Pavilhão Multiusos de Rio Maior, passing through the Serra dos Candeeiros. The Mini Trail/Walk allows participants to choose between running competitively or walking to enjoy the scenery, with timing and finisher medals for all.
The event includes multiple age categories for the Long and Short Trails, with no categories for the Mini Trail/Walk, making it accessible to a wide range of participants.
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View eventAlverca City Run 2026
The 9th Corrida Cidade de Alverca is a 10 km amateur running event taking place on November 15, 2026, starting and finishing at the FC Alverca Training Center in Alverca, Portugal. Alongside the race, a 6 km walk is also held, both featuring routes through urban and riverside areas.
The race is open to all runners aged 18 and over, with no distinction of sex or nationality, promoting popular participation. The event includes preparatory training sessions on Fridays before race day, fostering community engagement and readiness.
Participants can enjoy a festive atmosphere with warm-up animations, prize ceremonies, and a final social gathering. The event also offers categories by age groups and team awards, enhancing competitive spirit and inclusivity.
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View eventBook on RaceFinderAtlantic Cliff Adventure
The Atlantic Cliff Adventure brings trail running back to Charneca, in the municipality of Cascais, with two competitive trail races and a non-competitive walk designed to showcase the area's natural surroundings.
Participants can choose between the 20 km Trail Long, the 10 km Trail Short or the 10 km Walk. Both trail races include electronic chip timing and official classifications, while the walk offers a more relaxed way to take part in the event without competitive pressure. All routes start from União Desportiva da Charneca.
The programme welcomes runners looking for different levels of challenge, from the shorter 10 km trail to the more demanding 20 km course. The event also includes aid stations, first-aid support, insurance, an official T-shirt and prizes for overall, age-group and team performances.
With a participant limit of 600 paid registrations across the full programme, the Atlantic Cliff Adventure combines competition, outdoor activity and a strong community atmosphere in the Cascais region.
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View eventSporting Run
The Sporting Race is a running event taking place on November 15, 2026, starting at Praça Promenade and finishing inside the José Alvalade Stadium. It welcomes participants of all ages for a morning full of sport.
This event offers a unique experience by combining a city run with the iconic finish inside a major stadium, creating a festive atmosphere for runners and spectators alike.
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View eventBook on RaceFinderTrail Friends of the Mountain
The 16th Trail AM returns to Barcelos on 15 November 2026, inviting runners to experience the region's stunning trails through an event that combines nature, challenge and adventure. Organised by Amigos da Montanha, Trail AM has become one of northern Portugal's leading trail running events, taking participants through forests, hills and rural landscapes on demanding yet rewarding routes.
The programme features three competitive races — the 50 km Ultra Trail, 32 km Long Trail and 16 km Short Trail — alongside a 10 km non-competitive hike. Designed for runners of different experience levels, each course offers a mix of steep climbs, technical descents and flowing singletracks, showcasing the natural beauty surrounding Barcelos.
Whether you're chasing a podium finish, pushing your personal limits or simply looking to enjoy a memorable day on the trails, Trail AM delivers an authentic trail running experience in one of Portugal's most scenic regions.
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View eventVB TRAIL RUN 2026
The Vila Baleeira Trail Run (VBT) is a trail running event taking place on November 15, 2026, in the municipality of Lajes do Pico, Pico Island, Azores. Organized by the Sports Department of the Municipality of Lajes do Pico, the event aims to provide athletes with a unique trail running experience across natural trails, rural paths and water lines of the region.
The event includes four participation formats: Trail (30 km), Trail Sprint (18 km), Trail Curto (10 km) and a non-competitive walk (8 km). The 30 km race also serves as the final stage of the Portugal Trail Cup (ATRP) for the 2025/2026 season.
Participants will explore diverse natural landscapes around Lajes do Pico, with courses designed to offer different levels of technical and physical difficulty suitable for both experienced runners and newcomers to trail running.
