MessengerLINCES TRAIL by GoldEnergy 2026
Event summary
TRILHO DOS LINCES by GoldEnergy 2026 is a trail running event taking place on November 8, 2026, in Vila Real, Portugal. The event offers multiple race distances: Ultra Trilho dos Linces (50 km), Trilho dos Linces (35 km), Trilho dos Linces Sprint (21 km), Mini Trilho dos Linces (12 km), and a 12 km walk.
The races are open to participants aged 16 and above for shorter distances and 18 and above for longer distances, with a walk open to all ages. The event is part of the ATRP National Trail Circuits and regional championships, featuring challenging courses with significant elevation gains up to 2800 meters.
The trails traverse the Serra do Alvão region, crossing rural, agricultural, and mountainous terrain with marked paths and public road crossings. The event includes competitive races and a recreational walk, creating a diverse and inclusive atmosphere for trail running enthusiasts.
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Age categories/divisions:
• ULTRA TRILHO DOS LINCES – 50 Km: 18 years and older
• TRILHO DOS LINCES – 35 Km: 18 years and older
• TRILHO DOS LINCES SPRINT – 21 Km: 16 years and older
• MINI TRILHO DOS LINCES – 12 Km: 16 years and older
• CAMINHADA – 12 Km: no age limit
Start/finish locations: Lordelo (secretariat and race start/finish)
Start times per category/distance:
• ULTRA TRILHO DOS LINCES – 50 Km: 07:30
• TRILHO DOS LINCES – 35 Km: 08:30
• TRILHO DOS LINCES SPRINT – 21 Km: 09:00
• MINI TRILHO DOS LINCES – 12 Km: 09:30
• CAMINHADA – 12 Km: 10:15
Cut-off times:
• ULTRA TRILHO DOS LINCES – 50 Km: 12 hours
• TRILHO DOS LINCES – 35 Km: 8 hours
• TRILHO DOS LINCES SPRINT – 21 Km: 5 hours
• MINI TRILHO DOS LINCES – 12 Km: 3 hours
• CAMINHADA – 12 Km: no time limit
Participants limit:
• ULTRA TRILHO DOS LINCES – 50 Km: 200
• TRILHO DOS LINCES – 35 Km: 300
• TRILHO DOS LINCES SPRINT – 21 Km: 350
• MINI TRILHO DOS LINCES – 12 Km: 350
• CAMINHADA – 12 Km: 350
Registration deadline: October 25, 2026 or until spots are filled
Surface types: Mostly rugged trail paths, rural, agricultural, and mountainous terrain, including public roads (asphalted or not)
Course format: Trail running courses with marked paths using ribbons and signs spaced up to 100 m apart
Race routes: Routes cross several villages in Serra do Alvão, with elevation gains from 600 m to 2800 m depending on distance
Timing method: Electronic chip timing mandatory, validated at start, intermediate controls, and finish
Toilets and aid station placement: Aid station locations to be defined
Bib pick-up time and location:
• November 7, 15:00–19:00, Lordelo
• November 8, 06:30–08:45, Lordelo
Prizes: Trophies and monetary prizes for top 3 male and female finishers in Ultra, 35 km, and Sprint; trophies for age groups and teams; trophies for Mini Trilho individual and team classifications
Location
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Trail Run 50 km
Trail Run 35 km
Trail Run 12 km
Trail Run 21 km
Walk 12 km
Optional Extras
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: race bib, event t-shirt
🏅 Finisher prize: finisher prize included for all races
⏱️ Timing + live results by electronic chip timing
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included in registration fee
🥤 Aid stations: solid and liquid refreshments provided
🚿 Showers available after the race
🏆 Trophies and monetary prizes for top finishers and teams