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Event summary
The UTAX AXtrail®2026 is a trail running event to be held from October 16 to 18, 2026, in Castanheira de Pera, Portugal. It offers a variety of competitive race distances including a challenging 107 km UTAX ultra trail, 56 km TSL, 32 km TX, 16 km MTX, and an 8 km Caminho do Xisto trail, ensuring there are options for runners at different levels.
The event is open to individual participants with minimum age requirements varying by race distance, and it is part of a broader AXtrail®series. The courses traverse the natural beauty of the Aldeias do Xisto territory, combining demanding mountain terrain with scenic paths. The race atmosphere blends competitive spirit with community and social elements, including additional events such as AXtrail Kids and AXtrail da Inclusão, making it an inclusive and festive experience.
Team classifications and awards are included in some races (UTAX, TSL, TX), and the event features robust logistical support including aid stations, safety teams, and post-race recovery facilities, enhancing the overall experience for participants.
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Age categories/divisions:
• 18-22 years | Sub23 M/F
• 23-34 years | Sen M/F
• 35-39 years | M35 / F35
• 40-44 years | M40 / F40
• 45-49 years | M45 / F45
• 50-54 years | M50 / F50
• 55-59 years | M55 / F55
• 60-64 years | M60 / F60
• 65+ years | M65 / F65
Start/finish locations: Praça da Notabilidade, Castanheira de Pera
Start times per category/distance:
• UTAX (107 km): October 16, 22:00
• TSL (56 km): October 17, 09:00
• TX (32 km): October 18, 09:00
• MTX (16 km): October 18, 10:00
• AXtrail Kids: October 18, 10:00
Cut-off times:
• UTAX: 28 hours
• TSL: 17 hours
• TX: 8 hours
• MTX: 4 hours
Bib pick-up time and location: Secretariado open October 16 (10:00-22:00), October 17 (07:00-20:00), and October 18 (07:00-10:30) at Praça da Notabilidade
Surface types: Mountainous trail terrain through Aldeias do Xisto, natural paths, and hard surfaces
Course format: Point-to-point and looped trail courses with marked routes
Race routes: UTAX 107 km, TSL 56 km, TX 32 km, MTX 16 km, Caminho do Xisto 8 km
Timing method: Electronic timing chip on bib with individual and team classifications
Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations with solids and liquids at mandatory checkpoints; toilets at start/finish and transition zones
Drop bag policy: UTAX participants can send a bag with clothing to a main aid station halfway through the race, collected at finish
Prizes: Trophies for top 3 by category and overall (male/female), team trophies for UTAX, TSL, TX; finisher souvenirs for UTAX, TSL, TX; prize ceremony on October 17 and 18
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Trail Run 107 km
Trail Run 56 km
Trail Run 32 km
Trail Run 16 km
Walking 8 km
Kids Race
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: personalized bib, official event souvenirs, post-race meal
🏅 Finisher prize: finisher souvenir for UTAX, TSL, and TX
⏱️ Timing + live results via electronic chip timing on bib
🛟 Safety support: emergency teams, contact numbers on bib, aid stations with food and hydration
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident and liability insurance included
🥤 Aid stations: solid and liquid refreshments at all mandatory checkpoints
🚿 Showers available at finish
🧳 Drop-bag service for UTAX participants at mid-race aid station
🏆 Podium awards for top 3 by age categories and overall, including team awards