Messenger6th Half Marathon Douro Verde 2027
- Sun, March 21, 2027
- 11 € — 19 €
- 3 races
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Price increases in 58 days 12 hours 09 min
Registered directly with the organizer
Event summary
The 6th Douro Verde Half Marathon is a road running event taking place on March 21, 2027, in Ribadouro, Baião, along the scenic banks of the Douro River. Participants can choose to run the full 21 km half marathon, compete in a 2-segment relay, or enjoy a non-competitive 10 km walk.
The race welcomes male and female athletes across multiple age categories from 18 years and older, including juniors, seniors, and veterans up to 60+. The relay race features teams of two runners, either male, female, or mixed. The event is organized by Clube Náutico Ribadouro with support from local municipalities, promoting sport, health, and quality of life.
The course starts and finishes near the Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA, following roads along both the south and north banks of the Douro River, including crossing the Carrapatelo dam. The event offers monetary prizes for top finishers and teams, with a festive atmosphere encouraging participation and discovery of the Douro Verde region.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Juniores/Séniores (18-34 years) Male and Female
• VET 35 (35-39 years) Male and Female
• VET 40 (40-44 years) Male and Female
• VET 45 (45-49 years) Male and Female
• VET 50 (50-54 years) Male and Female
• VET 55 (55-59 years) Male and Female
• VET 60 (60+ years) Male and Female
Start/finish locations: Ribadouro – Baião, near Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA
Start times per category/distance: 10:00 on March 21, 2027
Registration deadline: Online until March 20, 2027; on-site registration possible if limit not reached
Surface types: Road running on National and municipal roads along the Douro River
Course format: Single loop starting and finishing at the same location, crossing the Douro River twice
Race routes: 21 km half marathon, 21 km relay (two segments: 11 km and 10 km), and approximately 10 km walk
Timing method: Electronic chip timing with mandatory chip placement and control points
Toilets and aid station placement: Water stations at 5 km, 10 km, 15 km, and finish line
Parking and shuttle details: Shuttle buses for relay athletes from finish to chip transition zone at 9:00 and 9:30
Prizes: Monetary prizes paid by card for top 10 overall and top 3 in each age category; trophies for top 3 teams and most numerous teams; medals for all finishers; prizes for relay teams
Cancellation & refund policy: No cancellations are allowed. Substitutions of registrations are permitted until March 10, 2027.
Location
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Road Running 21 km
Road Running 21 km Relay 2 athletes
Walking 10 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib number, technical t-shirt
🏅 Finisher prize: participation medal, diploma
⏱️ Timing + live results by electronic chip timing
🛟 Safety support: event insured with mandatory sports insurance
🥤 Aid stations: water at 5 km, 10 km, 15 km, and finish line
