MessengerCHERRY WINTER RUN
- Sat, December 19, 2026
- 2 € — 15 €
- 6 races
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Registration closes in 34 days 17 hours 59 min
Event summary
The Cherry Winter Run – Paul is a road running event taking place on December 19, 2026, in the parish of Paul, Covilhã. It features multiple race categories including a 10 km competitive run, a 5 km non-competitive run, and various children’s races.
Participation is open to both federated and non-federated athletes as well as the general public, across a wide range of age categories from very young children to veterans. The event runs concurrently with the District Road Championship of Castelo Branco, awarding the best athletes in the district.
The race offers a festive atmosphere with special prizes sponsored by Cherry Sculpture Hotel and includes a post-race food refreshment for registered participants. The event also features team classifications and awards for individual and collective performances.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Corrida da Pequenada (born 2019 to 2026)
• Benjamins A (born 2017/2018)
• Benjamins B (born 2015/2016)
• Infantis (born 2013/2014)
• Iniciados (born 2011/2012)
• Juvenis (born 2009/2010)
• Juniores (born 2007/2008)
• Seniores (born 2006 and earlier)
• Veteranos I (35 to 44 years)
• Veteranos II (45 to 54 years)
• Veteranos III (55 years and older)
Start/finish locations: Campo da Raboleirada, Paul
Start times per category/distance:
• 15:00 – Infantis/Iniciados/Juvenis (1600m Cherry One Mile)
• 15:20 – Benjamins A and B (300m Cherry Kids)
• 15:21 – Corrida da Pequenada (300m Cherry Babys)
• 15:30 – Juniores, Seniores, Veteranos (10 km Cherry Winter Run and 5 km Cherry 5K)
• 17:30 – Awards and social gathering at Complexo Desportivo da Raboleirada – Paul
Registration deadline: December 13, 2026 at 23:59
Surface types: Road
Course format:
• Cherry Kids: 1 lap of 300m
• Cherry One Mile: 1 lap of 1600m
• Cherry Winter Run (District Championship): 2 laps of 5 km
• Cherry 5K (non-competitive): 1 lap of 5 km
Race routes: Detailed maps provided for each category including children’s races and main runs
Timing method: Electronic chip timing via chip on bib
Toilets and aid station placement: 1 to 2 aid stations along the 10 km course
Prizes: Individual trophies for top 3 in each category and gender, team awards for 1st to 3rd places mixed gender teams, special prizes from Cherry Sculpture Hotel, participation prizes for children’s races and 5K non-competitive
Cancellation & refund policy: No registration cancellations or refunds are accepted. The event may be canceled or postponed by the organizers due to external factors such as natural disasters, disturbances, strikes, or public health requirements.
Location
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Kids 1.6 km
Kids 300 m
Road Running 10 km
Road Running 10 km Federated
Road Running 5 km
Walking
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib, medal finisher for children’s races, t-shirt, bag for youth and adult races
🏅 Finisher prize: medal for all finishers
⏱️ Timing + live results by chip on bib
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included
🥤 Aid stations: 1 to 2 points of hydration on 10 km course
🚿 Showers available at finish line in sports complex
🥤 Post-race food: Caldo Verde, Bifana sandwich, and drink for registered participants
