Messenger12th Trail Montes Saloios
Event summary
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.
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Age categories/divisions:
• M Junior (18-19 years)
• M Sub 23 (20-22 years)
• M Seniores (23-34 years)
• M 35 (35-39 years)
• M 40 (40-44 years)
• M 45 (45-49 years)
• M 50 (50-54 years)
• M 55 (55-59 years)
• M 60 (60-64 years)
• M 65 (65-69 years)
• M 70 (70+ years)
• F Junior (18-19 years)
• F Sub 23 (20-22 years)
• F Seniores (23-34 years)
• F 35 (35-39 years)
• F 40 (40-44 years)
• F 45 (45-49 years)
• F 50 (50-54 years)
• F 55 (55-59 years)
• F 60 (60-64 years)
• F 65 (65-69 years)
• F 70 (70+ years)
Start/finish locations: Pavilhão Gimnodesportivo da Liga dos Amigos de Covas de Ferro
Start times per category/distance:
• Ultra Trail 50 km: 07:30
• Trail Longo 31 km: 08:30
• Trail Curto 15 km: 09:00
• Trail Experience 10 km: 09:30
• Caminhada 10 km: 09:45
Cut-off times:
• Ultra Trail 50 km: 10 hours (17:30)
• Trail Longo 31 km: 7 hours (15:30)
• Trail Curto 15 km: 4 hours (13:00)
• Trail Experience 10 km: 4 hours (13:30)
• Caminhada 10 km: 4 hours (13:45)
Bib pick-up time and location:
• February 20, 14:00–20:00
• February 21, 06:00–08:30
• Location: Pavilhão Gimnodesportivo da Liga dos Amigos de Covas de Ferro
Registration deadline: February 14, 2027 at 23:59
Surface types: Trails, dirt roads, minimal asphalt
Course format: Semi-autonomous trail running with mandatory passage through aid stations
Race routes:
• Ultra Trail 50 km with 5 aid stations
• Trail Longo 31 km with 3 aid stations
• Trail Curto 15 km with 2 aid stations
• Trail Experience 10 km with 2 aid stations
• Caminhada 10 km with 2 aid stations
Timing method: Electronic chip integrated in bib for competitive races; Caminhada without chip
Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations with liquids and solids at mandatory control points
Parking and shuttle details: Parking recommendations to be published in Athlete Guide; carpooling encouraged
Prizes: Finisher prize for all finishers including Caminhada; awards for top 3 overall and age categories; team awards and special prizes
Cancellation & refund policy: No refunds will be given for withdrawal by the athlete or event cancellation due to force majeure. If the event is cancelled for reasons attributable to the organization, a refund minus administrative fees will be provided.
Location
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Ultra Trail 50 km
Trail Run 31 km
Trail Run 15 km
Trail Experience 10 km
Walking 10 km
Optional Extras
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib with chip (except Caminhada), kit delivery at secretariat
🏅 Finisher prize: finisher prize for all finishers including Caminhada
⏱️ Timing + live results by chip for competitive races
🛟 Safety support: paramedic assistance throughout the event
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included
🥤 Aid stations: liquids and solids at mandatory control points
🚿 Cold water showers at finish line pavilion
🧳 Accommodation option: hard floor overnight stay at pavilion with prior reservation
📸 Image rights ceded to organization for promotional use
🧖 Refreshments and VIP treatment at event
🏆 Podium awards for top finishers and teams
