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Event summary
The XII Castanhas a Correr is a running event scheduled for November 21, 2026, in Câmara de Lobos (Curral das Freiras), Madeira. It features multiple race distances catering to different age groups, including 0.5 km for Sub10 and Sub12, 1.2 km for Sub14, 2.9 km for Sub16 and Sub18, and a main race of 4.5 km for sub-20 to veteran categories.
The event is open exclusively to federated athletes with their status regularized and is part of the Madeira a Correr circuit with individual classification. The race courses follow roads in Câmara de Lobos with specific turnaround points and finish at the starting location, providing a structured and competitive environment.
There are individual and team classifications, with prizes awarded to top finishers in various age categories and teams, fostering a competitive and community spirit among participants.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Sub10 (2018, 2019, 2020)
• Sub12 (2016, 2017)
• Sub14 (2014, 2015)
• Sub16 (2012, 2013)
• Sub18 (2010, 2011)
• Sub20 to Veterans (born 2009 or earlier)
Start/finish locations: Estrada Cónego Camacho (no largo dos estacionamentos), Câmara de Lobos
Start times per category/distance:
• 16:30 – Sub10 and Sub12 (0.5 km)
• 16:40 – Sub14 (1.2 km)
• 17:00 – Sub16 and Sub18 (2.9 km)
• 17:00 – Main race (Sub20 to Veterans) (4.5 km)
Race routes:
• 0.5 km: Estrada Cónego Camacho with two turnaround points, finishing at start
• 1.2 km: Estrada Cónego Camacho and Estrada da Capela with turnaround at 600 m, finishing at start
• 2.9 km: Estrada Cónego Camacho, Estrada da Capela, Estrada do Ribeiro Cidrão (ER 107) with two turnarounds, finishing at start
• 4.5 km: Estrada Cónego Camacho, Estrada da Capela, Estrada do Ribeiro Cidrão (ER 107) with two turnarounds including one near Ponte da Fajã Escura, finishing at start
Timing method: Use of dorsal with activated chip provided by AARAM is mandatory
Prizes:
• Top 3 individual overall in main race
• Top 3 teams in main race
• Top 3 per age category (sub-20, sub-23, seniors, veterans 35 to 75+)
• Top 3 individual classifications in youth categories (Sub-10 to Sub-18)
• Winning team in youth collective classification
• Trophies for clubs with most classified participants in main and youth races
Cancellation & refund policy: Cancellation and refund policies are defined by the Event Organizer.
