MessengerRemax White São Silvestre de Coimbra
Event summary
The 48th edition of the REMAX WHITE São Silvestre de Coimbra will take place on December 12, 2026, in Coimbra, Portugal. This running event features a 10 km race and a 5 km walk, welcoming participants of various ages and abilities.
The race is open to athletes registered with any association in the country, popular organizations, schools, or individual runners, with a minimum age of 18 years for the race and no age limit for the walk. The event maintains the tradition of one of the oldest São Silvestre races in Portugal, offering a festive atmosphere before the Christmas season.
Participants will enjoy a well-organized race with chip timing, personalized bibs, and a comprehensive athlete kit. The event also includes a Mini São Silvestre for younger participants, making it inclusive for families and all age groups.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Juniors M/F (2007 and 2008)
• Seniors M/F (2006 to 34 years old)
• Veterans M35 | F35 (35 to 39 years old)
• Veterans M40 | F40 (40 to 44 years old)
• Veterans M45 | F45 (45 to 49 years old)
• Veterans M50 | F50 (50 to 54 years old)
• Veterans M55 | F55 (55 to 59 years old)
• Veterans M60 | F60 (60 to 64 years old)
• Veterans M65 | F65 (65 years old and above)
Start/finish locations: Coimbra (exact location to be defined)
Start times per category/distance:
• Mini São Silvestre: 15:15
• REMAX WHITE São Silvestre race: 18:30
• Caminhada SANFIL walk: 18:31
Bib pick-up time and location:
• December 10, 2026, 17:00–20:00
• December 11, 2026, 10:00–20:00
• December 12, 2026, 10:00–17:00
• Location: to be defined
Participants limit: 5,000
Registration deadline: December 2, 2026, 23:59
Surface types: Road running
Course format: Single race of approximately 10 km for the São Silvestre and 5 km for the walk
Timing method: Electronic chip timing with personalized chip on bib
Drop bag policy: Bengaleiro (bag storage) available from 17:00 to 20:00 at start/finish area; requires bib presentation
Prizes:
• Medals for all finishers
• Awards for top 3 overall male and female
• Awards for top 3 in each age category
• Awards for top 3 teams in general classification
• Awards for top 3 teams/groups with most classified members
Cancellation & refund policy: The event may be canceled due to external factors beyond the organizer’s control such as natural disasters, strikes, or public safety issues. In such cases, no refunds will be issued. The organizer reserves the right to postpone the event to a later date, with registrations remaining valid.
Location
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Road Running 10 km
Walking 5 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: long-sleeve technical shirt, medal, bag with gifts (water, fruit, cake, energy bar, and other items), personalized bib with chip
🏅 Finisher prize: medal and other sponsor gifts
⏱️ Timing + live results via chip timing system
🛟 Safety support: medical support with ambulances during the race, police managing traffic and participant safety
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance for athletes not covered by sports or school insurance
🧳 Drop-bag/gear transport: bag storage service (bengaleiro) available
📸 Photography/video coverage: rights ceded to organizers for promotional use
🏆 Trophies or podium awards for individual and team classifications
