Messenger5th Salamandra Trail Walk
- Sat, November 7, 2026
- 5 € — 12 €
- 3 races
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Price increases in 29 days 06 hours 25 min
Registered directly with the organizer
Event summary
The V Caminhada Trail da Salamandra is a trail running event taking place on November 7, 2026, in Benafim Penina, Faro, Portugal. It offers three distances: 5 km, 10 km, and 16 km, held predominantly on trails within the Protected Landscape of Rocha da Pena and surrounding rural paths.
The event is open to participants aged 18 and over, with those aged 14 and above allowed to participate in the walking event with a signed responsibility waiver. It aims to promote sports activity in the region and is supported by local municipalities and communities.
The race atmosphere emphasizes respect for the natural environment and fair play, with no official timing or classifications. Solid and liquid aid stations are provided along the course.
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Plan itInformation
Start/finish locations: Center of Aldeia da Penina, União de Freguesias Tôr, Querença e Benafim
Start times per category/distance: 09:00
Bib pick-up time and location: November 6, 19:00–22:00 and November 7, 07:00–09:15 at the secretariat near the fountain of Aldeia da Penina
Participants limit: Maximum 300 registrations
Surface types: Predominantly trails in Protected Landscape of Rocha da Pena, rural paths, dirt roads
Course format: Trail walk/run with three distances: 5 km, 10 km, and 16 km
Toilets and aid station placement: Solid and liquid aid stations available; water must be carried by athletes in their own containers
Prizes: None (no timing or classifications in this event)
Cancellation & refund policy: No refunds will be given except if the event is canceled by the organization for reasons beyond participants’ control.
Location
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Kids Walk 5 km
Walking 16 km
Walking 10 km
Optional Extras
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib, T-shirt, chestnut snack
🥤 Aid stations: solid and liquid refreshments
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident and liability coverage included
