Messenger7th TRAIL DO FALCÃO REAL
- Sun, December 13, 2026
- 10 € — 23 €
- 6 races
-
Price increases in 45 days 12 hours 13 min
Registered directly with the organizer
Event summary
The VII Trail do Falcão Real is a trail running event scheduled for December 13, 2026, in Alcoutim, Algarve, Portugal. It features three main distances: a 32 km Trail Longo, a 17 km Trail Sprint, and a 10 km Mini Trail/Caminhada, all starting and finishing in Alcoutim.
Participants must be at least 18 years old, with a maximum age limit of 75 years. The event includes a Trail Kids race and offers a challenging course with significant elevation gains, including 1500 m positive elevation for the longest trail. The race is organized by Grupo Desportivo de Alcoutim Trail Runners in collaboration with local authorities.
The race atmosphere is competitive and well-structured, with strict rules on conduct and mandatory equipment. Awards are given to the top three finishers in each category and team classifications for Sprint and Trail Longo. The event also provides support stations and medical coverage to ensure safety.
Add to your Events
Add to your plan and stay organized for upcoming events.
Plan itInformation
Age categories/divisions:
• Sub 23 (under 23 years)
• Seniores (23–34 years)
• M35 / F35 (35–39 years)
• M40 / F40 (40–44 years)
• M45 / F45 (45–49 years)
• M50 / F50 (50–54 years)
• M55 / F55 (55–59 years)
• M60 / F60 (60–64 years)
• M65 / F65 (65–69 years)
• M70 / F70 (70+ years)
Start/finish locations: All races start and finish in Alcoutim
Start times per category/distance:
• Trail Longo (32 km): 09:00
• Trail Sprint (17 km): 09:15
• Mini Trail (10 km): 09:30
• Caminhada: 09:35
• Trail Kids: 09:50
Cut-off times:
• Trail Longo: maximum 6h30
• Trail Sprint: maximum 4h00
• Mini Trail: maximum 3h30
• Caminhada: no time limit
Bib pick-up time and location:
• December 12, 17:00–20:00 at Grupo Desportivo de Alcoutim
• December 13, 07:15–08:45 at Cais de Embarque de Alcoutim
Participants limit:
• Trail Longo: 200 athletes
• Trail Sprint: 400 athletes
• Mini Trail / Caminhada: no limit
Registration deadline: December 6, 2026
Surface types: Trail running on natural trails and paths in Alcoutim municipality
Course format: Point-to-point or loop trails with marked routes
Race routes:
• Trail Longo: 32 km, 1500 m positive elevation, ATRP difficulty 2
• Trail Sprint: 17 km, 920 m positive elevation, ATRP difficulty 3
• Mini Trail / Caminhada: 10 km, 295 m positive and negative elevation
Timing method: Electronic chip timing included in bib, managed by Associação de Atletismo do Algarve
Toilets and aid station placement:
• Trail Longo: 3 aid stations
• Trail Sprint: 1 aid station
• Mini Trail / Caminhada: 1 aid station
Prizes: Prizes for top 3 overall and each age category in Trail Longo, Sprint, and Mini Trail. Team prizes for Sprint and Trail Longo based on points system.
Cancellation & refund policy: The event may be cancelled due to external factors such as health authority directives, natural disasters, or government restrictions. In such cases, the organization will issue a statement within 60 days after the scheduled date. The organization reserves the right to modify or suspend the event if conditions on the day do not allow safe conduct.
Location
get directionsRaces
Trail Run 32 km
Trail Run 17 km
Trail Run 10 km
Trail Run 32 km AAALG Federated
Trail Run 17 km AAALG Federated
Walking 10 km
Optional Extras
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib number
🏅 Finisher prize: final gift
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included
🥤 Aid stations: liquid and solid refreshments according to distance
🚿 Showers available
*Sandwich and a drink at the finish line
Other gifts as provided by the organization
