MessengerTrail and Walk Club Trilheiros & Amigos
- Sun, November 22, 2026
- Free — 18 €
- 5 races
Registered directly with the organizer
Event summary
The IV Trail & Caminhada Clube Trilheiros & Amigos is a trail running event taking place on November 22, 2026, in Paços de Ferreira, Portugal. The race starts at the gardens of the Mosteiro de S. Pedro de Ferreira and features two main trail distances of approximately 25 km and 15 km, along with a 9 km walking event.
The event is open to participants aged 16 and older and includes competitive categories for seniors and veterans. Additionally, there are Trail Kids races of 500 meters and 1500 meters, making the event family-friendly and inclusive for younger runners.
Participants will experience challenging trails through mountains and valleys around Paços de Ferreira, with a festive atmosphere supported by local economic and social engagement. The event also offers team competitions and prizes for the largest team and first team to finish with three athletes.
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Start/finish locations: Start at the gardens of the Mosteiro de S. Pedro de Ferreira, Paços de Ferreira
Start times per category/distance:
• Trail 25 km: 09:00
• Trail 15 km: 09:10
• Walking 9 km: 09:15
• Trail Kids 500 m: 09:30
• Trail Kids 1500 m: 09:45
Cut-off times: All distances must be completed within 5 hours 45 minutes, by 13:45 on race day
Bib pick-up time and location:
• November 21, 2026, 16:00–20:00
• November 22, 2026, 07:00–08:45
• Location: Centro Cívico de Ferreira (near Mosteiro de Ferreira)
Participants limit:
• Total: 2000
• Walking: 1000
• Trail 15 km: 700
• Trail 25 km: 300
Registration deadline: November 15, 2026
Surface types: Trail running on mountain and valley paths
Course format: Trail running on marked trails with ribbons, signs, and pavement markings; no shortcuts allowed
Timing method: Electronic chip timing; chip must be returned after the race
Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations with food and drink at mid and end points of the trails
Prizes: Awards for top 3 overall male and female finishers and by age categories for 15 km and 25 km; prizes for largest team and first team with 3 athletes to finish
Location
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Trail Run 25 km
Trail Run 15 km
Walking 9 km
Kids Trail 1.5 km
Kids Trail 0.5 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib number, official event t-shirt
🏅 Finisher prize: finisher medal
⏱️ Electronic chip timing with live results
🛟 Safety support: emergency and medical teams with contact info on bib
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident and civil liability insurance included
🥤 Aid stations: food and drink including sandwiches and refreshments at mid and finish points
🏆 Team prizes for largest team and first team to finish with 3 athletes
