Messenger8th Trail do Rio Paiva
- Sun, March 7, 2027
- 15 € — 21 €
- 4 races
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Price increases in 53 days 14 hours 26 min
Event summary
The VIII Trail do Rio Paiva is a competitive mountain trail running event taking place on March 7, 2027, in Souselo, Cinfães, Portugal. The race features four events: TRP35K (35 km with 1800m positive elevation), TRP23K (23 km with 1100m elevation), TRP15K (15 km with 700m elevation), and a non-competitive 10 km walk.
Open to participants aged 18+ for the longer distances and 16+ for the 15 km, with the walk open to minors accompanied by an adult. The race starts and finishes at the Parque de Autocaravanismo de Souselo, showcasing the beautiful landscapes of the Paiva River and its tributaries.
The event is organized by Duelo D’Ocasião – Associação with support from the Municipality of Cinfães and local institutions, promoting nature sports in the region. The race offers a challenging mountain trail experience with significant elevation gain and marked routes.
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Age categories/divisions:
• 16 to 17 years (up to 15 km)
• 18 to 19 years (up to 23 km)
• 20 to 22 years
• 23 to 34 years
• 35 to 39 years
• 40 to 44 years
• 45 to 49 years
• 50 to 54 years
• 55 to 59 years
• 60 to 64 years
• 65 to 69 years
• Over 70 years
Start/finish locations: Parque de Autocaravanismo de Souselo, Rua St. André 4690-637, Souselo, Cinfães
Start times per category/distance:
• TRP35K: 08:30
• TRP23K: 09:00
• TRP15K: 09:30
• Caminhada (walk) 10 km: 09:40
Cut-off times: Overall time limit 5h30; last aid station barrier at 4h00
Bib pick-up time and location:
• March 6, 16:00–20:00
• March 7, 07:00–09:10
• Location: Parque de Autocaravanismo de Souselo
Surface types: Mountain trails with significant elevation gain
Course format: Point-to-point routes starting and finishing at the same location
Race routes:
• TRP35K: 35 km, 1800m positive elevation
• TRP23K: 23 km, 1100m positive elevation
• TRP15K: 15 km, 700m positive elevation
• Caminhada: 10 km non-competitive walk
Timing method: Electronic chip timing with individual classification
Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations at 6 km, 12 km, and 22 km for TRP35K; 6 km and 12 km for TRP23K; 6 km for TRP15K
Parking and shuttle details: Parking available near Escola Do 2º E 3º Ciclos Do Ensino Básico De Souselo
Prizes: Trophies for top 3 overall male and female, top 3 in each age category, and top 3 teams for TRP35K, TRP23K, and TRP15K; commemorative prizes for all participants
Cancellation & refund policy: No refunds are given for confirmed registrations who do not attend. Registration transfers to another athlete are allowed until February 28, 2027. In case of event postponement due to weather or permit cancellation, registrations remain valid for the new date.
Location
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Trail Run 35 km
Trail Run 23 km
Trail Run 15 km
Walking 10 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: dorsal (bib), chip, t-shirt, and other event gifts
🏅 Finisher prize: event commemorative souvenir and finisher prize
⏱️ Timing + live results by individual chip timing
🛟 Safety support: aid stations with solid and liquid supplies, support from volunteer firefighters and local authorities
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident and civil liability insurance included
🥤 Aid stations: multiple stations with food and hydration along the routes
🚿 Showers: hot showers available at the sports pavilion of Escola Do 2º E 3º Ciclos Do Ensino Básico De Souselo
🧖 Massage, post-race meals: lunch provided at the event site (must be pre-ordered)
🏆 Trophies for top finishers and teams
