Messenger19th ULTRA MARATHON CAMINHOS DO TEJO
Event summary
The XIX Ultra Maratona Caminhos do Tejo is an ultramarathon event taking place on June 5 and 6, 2026, from Lisbon to Fátima, Portugal. It features two race distances: 144 km starting at Parque das Nações in Lisbon and 58 km starting in Santarém, both finishing at the Sanctuary of Fátima.
The race is open to all athletes aged 20 and above, regardless of federation status, and includes male and female categories. It is part of the UTMB points system, awarding 5 points for the 144 km and 2 points for the 58 km race, and belongs to the National Trail Ultra Endurance Series (Séries 150 and Séries 100 respectively).
The course follows pilgrimage paths with multiple aid stations and life bases, offering a challenging endurance experience with a strong spiritual and reflective atmosphere. The event limits participation to 200 athletes across both distances, ensuring an exclusive and focused competition.
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Start/finish locations:
• 144 km: Start at km 0 next to Pavilhão de Portugal, Parque das Nações, Lisbon; finish at Sanctuary of Fátima
• 58 km: Start at former Escola Prática de Cavalaria, Santarém; finish at Sanctuary of Fátima
Start times per category/distance:
• 144 km: June 5, 2026, at 20:00
• 58 km: June 6, 2026, at 09:00
Participant limit: 200 athletes combined for both distances
Registration deadline: May 31, 2026
Course format: Point-to-point ultramarathon following pilgrimage routes from Lisbon or Santarém to Fátima
Race routes:
• 144 km route with multiple checkpoints and aid stations at Praia dos Pescadores, Vila Franca de Xira, Azambuja, Valada, Santarém, Santos, Olhos de Água, Covão do Feto, Minde, and Fátima
• 58 km route starting in Santarém following the same final segment as the 144 km race
Timing method: Electronic timing using MyLaps chip integrated in the bib
Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations and control points at all major checkpoints with food and hydration; massage available in Santarém and Fátima
Parking and shuttle details: Transport provided for athletes who withdraw and from Fátima back to Parque das Nações for 144 km participants
Drop bag policy: Transport of three bags with dry clothes to Valada, Santos, and Fátima for 144 km participants
Prizes: Technical t-shirt for all finishers; trophies for top 5 male and female finishers in each distance
Location
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Ultra Trail 144 km
Ultra Trail 58 km
Optional Extras
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib with integrated timing chip, GPS geo-locator device for 144 km participants
🏅 Finisher prize: technical t-shirt and presence prize for all finishers
⏱️ Timing + live results via electronic MyLaps chip system
🛟 Safety support: medical assistance including massage stations in Santarém and Fátima
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included
🥤 Aid stations: food and hydration at multiple checkpoints along the course
🧳 Drop-bag/gear transport: three bags transported to Valada, Santos, and Fátima for 144 km runners
🚌 Transport: shuttle service for athletes who withdraw and post-race transport from Fátima to Parque das Nações for 144 km participants