Messenger14th X-Mas Night Trail
- Sat, December 5, 2026
- 11 € — 18 €
- 5 races
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Price increases in 40 days 02 hours 43 min
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Event summary
The 14th X-Mas Night Trail is a trail running event taking place on December 5, 2026, in Leiria, Portugal. It features two competitive races: a 19 km Trail Sprint with medium difficulty and moderate elevation gain, and a 12 km Mini-Trail suitable for beginners. Additionally, there is a non-competitive walk along parts of the Mini-Trail route.
The event is open to participants aged 18 and over for the Trail Sprint, and 16 and over for the Mini-Trail, with legal guardians required to sign for minors. The walk is open to all ages if accompanied. The race offers a festive atmosphere with a route connecting Soutocico to the heart of Leiria, finishing near Jardim Camões.
Participants can enjoy a challenging night trail experience with support stations, safety measures, and post-race facilities including showers. The event promotes camaraderie, adventure, and respect for nature during the holiday season.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Trail Sprint 19 km: 18+ years
• Mini-Trail 12 km: 16+ years
• Walk: all ages (minors must be accompanied)
Start/finish locations: Start at Soutocico near Tosel; finish at Posto de Turismo, Leiria
Start times per category/distance:
• Mini-Trail 12 km and Walk: 16:15
• Trail Sprint 19 km: 16:30
Cut-off times: Maximum 4 hours to complete; 19 km trail has a 3-hour cut-off at approx. km 14
Bib pick-up time and location:
• December 4, 17:00–20:00 at Decathlon store, Leiria
• December 5, 09:00–15:00 at Mercado de Santana, Leiria
Participants limit:
• Trail Sprint 19 km: 300
• Mini-Trail 12 km: 250
• Walk: 200
Registration deadline: November 30, 2026, 24:00 or until limits reached
Surface types: Trail running terrain with marked paths, moderate elevation
Course format: Point-to-point trail course from Soutocico to Leiria city center
Race routes:
• Trail Sprint: approx. 19 km, ~600 m positive elevation
• Mini-Trail: approx. 12 km, ~200 m positive elevation
Timing method: Electronic chip timing with mandatory bib
Toilets and aid station placement:
• Trail 19 km: two aid stations (one liquids, one solids and liquids)
• Mini-Trail 12 km: one aid station (liquids and solids)
• No cups provided; athletes must carry their own hydration containers
Parking and shuttle details: Bus transport to start area available for additional fee; location announced later
Prizes: Awards for top 3 male and female finishers in Trail Sprint and Mini-Trail; team awards for Trail Sprint
Cancellation & refund policy: The organization reserves the right not to refund the registration fee in case of participant’s inability to attend. No further cancellation policy details are provided.
Location
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Trail Sprint 19 km Não Federado
Mini Trail 12 km Não Federado
Trail Sprint 19 km Federated
Mini Trail 12 km Federated
Walking 10 km Não Federado
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: personalized bib, event souvenir
🏅 Finisher prize: event-related gifts and memorabilia
⏱️ Electronic chip timing with official results
🛟 Safety support: emergency number on bib, medical and organizational staff on course
🛡️ Insurance: civil liability and personal accident insurance included
🥤 Aid stations: liquids and solids at designated points
🚿 Showers available at Estádio Municipal de Leiria
🚌 Bus transport to start available for extra fee
🏆 Prizes for individual and team classifications
