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Event summary
The BioRace Challenge Estarreja 2026 is an obstacle race event taking place on September 26, 2026, in the natural trails of BioRia, Estarreja. It offers a unique experience combining natural and artificial obstacles in a scenic environment that encourages physical exercise and adventure.
Participants can choose from several race distances: BioRace 10k (8-10 km with at least 20 obstacles) for ages 15-99, BioRace 5k (4.5-6.5 km with at least 12 obstacles) for ages 12-99, and BioRace Junior with age-appropriate distances and obstacles for children aged 6-14. There is also a special inclusive race adapted for people with disabilities.
The event welcomes individual and team participation, including juniors and a special inclusive category, fostering a community and family-friendly atmosphere. The race features competitive elite categories with freer obstacle access for better times.
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Start/finish locations: BioRia Environmental Interpretation Center, Salreu, Estarreja
Start times per category/distance:
• BioRace Junior Benjamim (6-8 years): 10:00
• BioRace Junior Infantil (9-11 years): 10:10
• BioRace Junior Iniciado (12-14 years): 10:20
• BioRace Especial / Inclusiva (all ages, by invitation): 10:30
• BioRace 5k: multiple blocks from 10:45 to 12:00, including elite at 10:45
• BioRace 10k: multiple blocks from 14:20 to 17:00, including elite at 14:20
Registration deadline: September 22, 2026, 23:59
Surface types: Natural trails with obstacles (natural and artificial)
Course format: Obstacle race with natural and created obstacles
Race routes:
• BioRace 10k: approx. 8,000–10,000 m with minimum 20 obstacles
• BioRace 5k: approx. 4,500–6,500 m with minimum 12 obstacles
• BioRace Junior Benjamim: approx. 750–1,000 m with ≥ 5 obstacles
• BioRace Junior Infantil: approx. 1,000–1,500 m with ≥ 7 obstacles
• BioRace Junior Iniciado: approx. 1,500–2,000 m with ≥ 10 obstacles
Timing method: Electronic chip timing for 5k and 10k races (including elite categories)
Toilets and aid station placement: Toilets available at event venue; aid stations not specified
Parking and shuttle details: Free parking near venue with shuttle bus service as needed
Prizes:
• Medals for all participants
• Trophies for top 3 male and female finishers in 5k, 5k elite, 10k, and 10k elite
• Trophies for top 3 teams in 10k and female 5k teams
Cut-off times:
• BioRace 10k: 2 hours 45 minutes
• BioRace 5k: 1 hour 45 minutes
Location
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Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: official technical t-shirt and bib number; chip for timing in 5k and 10k races
🏅 Finisher prize: medal for all participants
⏱️ Timing + live results available online for 5k and 10k races
🛟 Safety support: medical team with nurses and doctors on site
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included with registration
🚿 Showers and changing rooms available at event venue
🧳 Free cloakroom service for athlete belongings on event day
🏆 Trophies awarded to top finishers and teams in timed races
