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Event summary
The Trail do Trabulo 2026 is a trail running event organized by the Município do Sátão, taking place on November 22, 2026, in Sátão, Portugal. It features two race distances: a 25 km Trail and a 15 km Mini Trail, along with an 11 km walk.
The event is open to participants aged 18 and over, with no mention of license requirements. The race routes offer a unique experience crossing the Vouga river via ancient bridges and poldras, visiting historical-religious sites and natural scenic spots such as the Torges and the Capela do S. Matias, with panoramic views over the Ferreira de Aves valley.
The atmosphere promotes fair play and respect, with a maximum of 1300 participants across all distances. The event includes timed races with electronic chip timing and a walk option, making it accessible for a broad range of participants.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Sub-23 M/F – 18 to 22 years
• Seniors M/F – 23 to 34 years
• Vet. M35/F35 – 35 to 39 years
• Vet. M40/F40 – 40 to 44 years
• Vet. M45/F45 – 45 to 49 years
• Vet. M50/F50 – 50 to 54 years
• Vet. M55/F55 – 55 to 59 years
• Vet. M60/F60 – 60 years and above
Start/finish locations: Praia Fluvial do Trabulo
Start times per category/distance:
• Trail (25 km): 09:00
• Mini-Trail (15 km): 09:30
• Walk (11 km): 09:35
Cut-off times: Maximum time to finish is 14:00 for all distances
Bib pick-up time and location:
• November 21, 14:00–19:00 at a location in Sátão to be announced
• November 22, from 07:00 at Praia Fluvial do Trabulo
Participants limit:
• Trail (25 km): 300
• Mini-Trail (15 km): 500
• Walk (11 km): 500
Registration deadline: November 1, 2026, 23:59
Surface types: Mostly trails, forest roads (unpaved), small asphalt sections
Course format: Circular routes for Trail and Mini-Trail
Race routes:
• Trail (25 km) route includes historical and natural landmarks such as Santuário do Nosso Senhor dos Caminhos, Santuário do Senhor da Agonia, Quinta do Golão, Serra da Stª Bárbara, Monte Carneiro, Rio Vouga, Quinta do Torges, Vila Boa, Convento de Santa Eufêmia, Capela do S. Matias
• Mini-Trail (15 km) follows most of the Trail route with a shortcut at Santuário do Senhor da Agonia
Timing method: Electronic chip timing with manual backup at control points
Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations provide food and drink on site, water refill available; first aid at all aid stations
Prizes: Trophies for top 3 overall and age categories, team trophies for top 3 teams; medals for finishers of Trail and Mini-Trail
Cancellation & refund policy: The organizer may cancel or suspend the event at any time due to unsafe conditions or force majeure. No refunds will be issued in case of cancellation. Registration cancellations by participants do not entitle to refunds.
Location
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Trail Run 25 km
Mini Trail 15 km
Walking 11 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: personalized bib with integrated chip, official event t-shirt for Trail, Mini-Trail, and Walk participants, digital athlete guide
🏅 Finisher prize: medal for those completing Trail and Mini-Trail distances
⏱️ Timing + live results via electronic chip system with manual control backup
🛟 Safety support: first aid positioned at all aid stations, medical assistance at start, aid stations, and finish
🥤 Aid stations: food and drink for on-site consumption, water refill available
🚿 Showers available
🧖 Post-race massage
🚌 Transport from aid stations to finish line in case of withdrawal
🍽️ Post-race meal
