Messenger5th Run and Walk for Diabetes
- Sat, November 14, 2026
- Free
- 4 races
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Registration closes in 6 days 01 hours 26 min
Registered directly with the organizer
Event summary
The 5th Run and Walk for Diabetes will take place on November 14, 2026, in Coimbra, Portugal. This event features a competitive 5 km race, a non-competitive 5 km walk, and additional non-competitive races for youth: PTN ONE MILE (1600m) for ages 12 to 17 and KIDS RUN (300m) for ages 4 to 11.
Open to all federated clubs, non-federated, and popular participants, with categories for men and women across various age groups. The event promotes healthy lifestyles in celebration of World Diabetes Day and offers a festive atmosphere by the scenic Mondego River at Praça da Canção.
There are team prizes for the largest teams, and the event includes awards for individual and collective achievements, making it inclusive for families and competitive runners alike.
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Age categories/divisions:
• PTN KIDS RUN (4 to 11 years)
• PTN ONE MILE (12 to 17 years)
• Absolutos (18 to 34 years)
• Masters (35 years and older)
Start/finish locations: Praça da Canção, Coimbra
Start times per category/distance:
• PTN ONE MILE (1600m): 15:00
• PTN KIDS RUN (300m): 15:10
• Corrida e Caminhada pela Diabetes (5 km): 15:15
Bib pick-up time and location:
• November 13, 17:00–19:30
• November 14, 08:00–12:30
• Location: Municipal building near Praça da Canção
Participants limit: 1500
Registration deadline: November 1, 2026
Surface types: Mostly cycle paths and ecovias
Course format: Out-and-back routes with clear signage and security
Race routes:
• PTN KIDS RUN: 300m loop at Praça da Canção
• PTN ONE MILE: 1600m loop at Praça da Canção
• 5 km race and walk: route along the river Mondego starting and finishing at Praça da Canção
Timing method: Electronic chip timing provided in athlete kit
Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations with water and fruit at finish line
Prizes:
• Medals for all finishers
• Individual prizes for top 3 in Absolutos and Masters categories (male/female)
• Trophy for largest male and female teams
Cancellation & refund policy: The organization reserves the right to suspend, postpone, or limit registrations due to technical or safety reasons without prior notice. In case of event cancellation due to force majeure, no refunds will be given but registrations may be valid for a rescheduled date.
Location
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PTN One Mile 1.6 km
PTN Kids Run 300 m
Corrida pela Diabetes 5 km
Caminhada pela Diabetes 5 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: personalized bib, chip, official t-shirt, official bag
🏅 Finisher prize: medal for all finishers
⏱️ Timing with electronic chip included
🛡️ Insurance: general sports insurance for all participants
🥤 Aid stations: water and fruit at finish line
🏆 Prizes: individual awards for top finishers and team awards for largest teams
