MessengerGavião Trail
- Sun, November 8, 2026
- Free — 18 €
- 4 races
Registered directly with the organizer
Event summary
The Trail do Gavião is a trail running event taking place on November 8, 2026, in Gavião, Portugal. It features multiple distances including a 25 km Trail Longo, 15 km Trail Curto, an 8 to 10 km Caminhada (walk), and a Trail Kids race.
The event is open to participants aged 18 and over for the Trail Longo, 16 and over for the Trail Curto, and children from 5 years old for the Trail Kids with parental consent. The Caminhada is open to all ages. The race is competitive with classifications and trophies awarded for overall, age categories, and teams.
The courses traverse natural trails, agricultural paths, forests, and water lines in the Gavião municipality, offering a challenging and scenic experience. The event includes a family-friendly walk and a kids’ race, creating a welcoming atmosphere for all ages.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Trail Longo (25 km): M Junior (18-19), M Sub 23 (20-22), M Seniores (23-39), M40 (40-44), M45 (45-49), M50 (50-54), M55 (55-59), M60 (60+), F Junior (18-19), F Sub 23 (20-22), F Seniores (23-39), F40 (40-44), F45 (45-49), F50 (50-54), F55 (55-59), F60 (60+)
• Trail Curto (15 km): M Juvenil (16-17), M Junior (18-19), M Sub 23 (20-22), M Seniores (23-39), M40 (40-44), M45 (45-49), M50 (50-54), M55 (55-59), M60 (60+), F Juvenil (16-17), F Junior (18-19), F Sub 23 (20-22), F Seniores (23-39), F40 (40-44), F45 (45-49), F50 (50-54), F55 (55-59), F60 (60+)
Start/finish locations: Gavião municipality
Start times per category/distance:
• Trail Longo: 09:00
• Trail Curto: 09:30
• Caminhada: 10:00
• Trail Kids: 12:00
Cut-off times:
• Trail Longo: total 5h30, intermediate control 2h30
• Trail Curto: total 4h30, intermediate control 2h00
Bib pick-up time and location:
• November 7, 16:00–20:00
• November 8, 08:00–13:00
• Location: To be announced on event Facebook page
Participants limit: 600 total
• Trail Longo: 200
• Trail Curto: 250
• Caminhada: 100
• Trail Kids: 50
Registration deadline: November 1, 2026
Surface types: Natural trails, agricultural paths, forest paths, water lines
Course format: Single stage races
Race routes:
• Trail Longo: approx. 25 km
• Trail Curto: approx. 15 km
• Caminhada: 8 to 10 km
Timing method: Electronic chip timing
Toilets and aid station placement:
• Trail Longo: 2 aid stations + final aid station
• Trail Curto: 1 aid station + 1 water point + final aid station
Prizes: Trophies for top 3 overall male and female, top 3 in each age category, top 3 teams, and most numerous team. Winners of Trail Longo and Trail Curto overall gain automatic entry to next edition.
Cancellation & refund policy: Refunds of 75% of the registration fee are available only for participants with a medical certificate proving inability to compete due to accident or illness. Cancellation requests must be sent by email with medical proof. No refunds for cancellations by phone or event cancellation beyond organizer control.
Location
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Trail Run 25 km
Trail Run 15 km
Walking 10 km
Kids Trail
Optional Extras
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: personalized bib (Trail Longo and Curto), integrated or similar chip (Trail Longo and Curto), technical event t-shirt (only for first registration phase)
🏅 Finisher prize: official finisher souvenir
⏱️ Timing + live results by category via electronic chip system
🛟 Safety support: first aid strategically placed on course, emergency contact on bib
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident and civil liability insurance included
🥤 Aid stations: food and drink at designated points on Trail Longo and Curto
🧖 Massage, post-race meals: optional meal kit available for purchase
📸 Photography/video coverage: rights reserved by organizer
🏆 Trophies or podium awards for overall, age categories, and teams
