Trails of Cividade 2026
Event summary
Trilhos da Cividade 2026 is a trail running event taking place on October 25, 2026, in Vila do Conde, Portugal. It offers three distances: a 12 km short trail, an 18 km long trail, and an 8 km walk.
The event is open to participants aged 16 and above for the short trail, 18 and above for the long trail, and from 6 years old for the walk (with adult accompaniment for minors). The race features significant elevation gains of approximately 400 m for the short trail and 600 m for the long trail, with marked routes and safety measures in place.
Trilhos da Cividade 2026 includes competitive categories by age groups and team awards, creating a competitive yet community-oriented atmosphere. The event also provides a walking option, making it accessible for a wider range of participants.
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Start/finish locations: Largo de Santana, freguesia de Bagunte, concelho de Vila do Conde
Start times per category/distance:
• Trail Longo 18kms: 09:00
• Trail Curto 12kms: 09:15
• Caminhada 8kms: 09:15
Age categories/divisions:
• Trail Curto 12kms: 16 to 90 years
• Trail Longo 18kms: 18 to 90 years
• Caminhada 8kms: 6 to 90 years (minors must be accompanied by a guardian)
Bib pick-up time and location: October 25, 2026, from 07:00 until race start at Largo de Santana (Junta freguesia Bagunte)
Surface types: Trail running terrain with marked routes and some road crossings with traffic control
Course format: Marked trail routes with signage and organizational support at key points
Race routes:
• Trail Curto 12kms: approximately 400 m positive and negative elevation
• Trail Longo 18kms: approximately 600 m positive and negative elevation
• Caminhada 8kms: approximately 100 m positive and negative elevation
Timing method: Timing and classification managed by a professional timing company with results posted online
Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations announced on event page; athletes must bring their own cups
Prizes:
• Trophies for top three male and female finishers in age categories (18-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+)
• Team prizes for top three teams based on combined positions
• Prize for team with most participants
Cancellation & refund policy: Cancellations must be communicated by September 1, 2026, for a 50% refund. No refunds after this date. Cancellation requests must be sent by October 19, 2026, with IBAN details to the organizer email.
Location
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Trail Run 18 km
Trail Run 12 km
Walking 8 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: finisher medal and event t-shirt
⏱️ Timing and classification by professional timing company with online results
🥤 Aid stations located along the course (athletes must bring their own cups)
🏆 Trophies for top finishers by age category and teams
