Messenger6th TRAIL DA ESCARPIADA
- Sat, November 21, 2026
- 16 € — 18 €
- 5 races
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Registration closes in 21 days 02 hours 36 min
Registered directly with the organizer
Event summary
The VI Trail da Escarpiada is a trail running event scheduled for November 21, 2026, in Casmilo, Condeixa-a-Nova, Portugal. It features competitive races of approximately 31 km (Long Trail), 16 km (Short/Sprint Trail), and 10 km (Mini Trail/Youth Trail), plus an 8.5 km walk.
The 31 km race is part of the Long Trail Circuit of the Associação Distrital de Atletismo de Coimbra and all competitive races may be candidates for the ATRP Circuits. The courses traverse the Serra de Sicó across several parishes, offering varied terrain with significant elevation gains.
The event welcomes participants aged 16 and above depending on the race distance, with age categories spanning from juveniles to over 70 years. The race promotes fair play and includes team classifications and awards, creating a competitive yet community-oriented atmosphere.
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Start/finish locations: Start and finish at Associação da aldeia do Casmilo, Condeixa-a-Nova
Start times per category/distance:
• 31 km Trail Longo: 09:00
• 16 km Trail Curto: 10:00
• 10 km Mini Trail: 10:30
• Caminhada (walk) 8.5 km: 10:40
Cut-off times:
• Trail Longo: 6 hours
• Trail Curto: 4 hours
• Mini Trail: 3 hours
Bib pick-up time and location:
• November 20, 17:30–21:00 at Intermarché de Condeixa
• November 21, 07:30–10:00 at Associação do Casmilo
Participants limit: 600
Registration deadline: November 11, 2026
Surface types: Off-road trails with roots, stones, and natural obstacles
Course format: Point-to-point or loop trails through Serra de Sicó
Race routes:
• Trail Longo: approx. 31 km, 1,565 m elevation gain
• Trail Curto: approx. 16 km, 725 m elevation gain
• Mini Trail: approx. 10 km, 385 m elevation gain
• Caminhada: approx. 8.5 km, 280 m elevation gain
Timing method: Electronic timing system (MyLaps) with chip integrated in bib
Toilets and aid station placement:
• Three aid stations for 31 km at approx. 10 km, 16.5 km, and 25 km
• One aid station for 16 km at approx. 10 km
• One aid station for 10 km at approx. 5.5 km
• One aid station for Caminhada at approx. 5 km
Prizes:
• Medals for top three in each age category and gender
• Trophies and other awards for top three overall by gender
• Trophies for top three teams by gender
• Prize for the largest team finishing the competitive races
Cancellation & refund policy: Refunds are allowed only in cases of proven accident or illness with medical certificate. Cancellation or transfer requests must be sent by email before November 11, 2026. Refunds are 50% if requested by October 11 and 25% from October 12 to November 11. No refunds after November 11.
Location
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Trail Run 17 km
Walking
Trail Run 31 km
Trail Run 10 km
Trail Run ADAC MEMBER 31 km
Optional Extras
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: personalized bib with integrated chip
🏅 Finisher prize: official event souvenirs including a water bottle and other items, finisher prize for competitive races, t-shirt for walk participants
⏱️ Timing + live results via electronic chip timing (MyLaps)
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident and civil liability insurance included in registration fee
🥤 Aid stations: food and hydration at multiple points along all race distances
🚿 Showers available post-race at Pavilhão Municipal in Condeixa with shuttle transport from finish
📸 Photography coverage with free photos available to participants
🧖 Post-race facilities include warm showers and transport to recovery area
