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14 Races

The IV Trail do Cerco is a trail running event taking place on September 13, 2026, in Celorico da Beira, Portugal. It features multiple distances including a long trail of approximately 24 km, a short trail of approximately 14 km, a mini trail of approximately 9 km, and a 9 km walk.
The event is open to all participants aged 18 and over for the long and short trails, with younger participants aged 11 to 14 allowed in the mini trail with parental consent. It is part of the Circuito de Trail da Beira Alta 2026 and is the 7th stage of this series, integrated into the annual festivities of Santa Eufemia.
The trails predominantly run through rural paths, dirt roads, and streams surrounding nearby villages, offering a natural and challenging mountainous terrain with significant elevation gains.
The Trail Entre Douro e Tua 2026 is a trail running event taking place on September 13, 2026, in Carrazeda de Ansiães, Portugal. It features three competitive races: a long trail of 32 km, a short trail of 21 km, and a mini trail of 13 km, as well as a non-competitive walk.
The event is open to participants aged 16 and above depending on the race, with no age limit for the walk. It is part of the ATRP National Trail Circuit series, with the long trail scoring for the Trail Circuit, the short trail for the Sprint Circuit, and the mini trail for the Youth Circuit.
The courses traverse rural, agricultural, and mountainous terrain with challenging elevation profiles, crossing several villages in the Bragança district. The race atmosphere is competitive and demanding, with strict rules and mandatory equipment to ensure safety and fairness.
The Benedita Half Marathon 2026 takes place on September 13, 2026, in Benedita, Alcobaça, Portugal. Organized by the Bombeiros Voluntários de Benedita with technical management by Nativewarriors, the event brings together several running activities designed for athletes of different levels.
The event program includes a Half Marathon (21 km), a 10 km race, a 5 km walk, and a Kids Run (500 m). With competitive races and family-friendly activities, the event promotes participation from both competitive runners and recreational participants.
The Trail Rios e Levadas Teaga Aventura 2026 is a trail running event taking place on September 13, 2026, in the village of Santa Cruz – Arcozelo das Maias, Oliveira de Frades, Portugal. It offers three distances: a competitive 21 km long trail, a competitive 14 km short trail, and a non-competitive 10 km walk.
The event is open to athletes aged 16 and over, requiring physical preparedness and mountain autonomy. The courses run mostly on trails and paths with significant elevation gains, including 1000 meters for the 21 km and 650 meters for the 14 km.
The race starts and finishes at the Associação Académica de Santa Cruz headquarters, with a festive atmosphere including prize ceremonies and support for participants.
The VIII Corrida Sealand Santa Cruz is a running event scheduled for September 13, 2026, at the Aeródromo in Santa Cruz. It features a 10 km race and a 6 km walk, offering options for different fitness levels.
The event is organized by Associação Sealand Santa Cruz and welcomes participants to enjoy a community-oriented race experience. More details about the event will be provided soon.
The VIII Trail Boneca D’ouro 2026 is a trail running event taking place on September 13, 2026, in Sebolido, Penafiel, Portugal. It offers multiple distances including a challenging Ultra Trail Serra da Boneca of 46 km, a Trail Sprint of 23 km, a Mini-Trail of 12 km, and a 10 km walk.
The event is open to athletes aged 18 and over for most races, with the Mini-Trail allowing participants from 16 years old and the walk open to those 14 and older if accompanied by an adult. It is organized by Associação Para o Desenvolvimento de Sebolido and features scenic routes through Serra da Boneca, Rio Mau valley, Grutas das Banjas, and along the Douro River.
Participants will experience demanding mountainous terrain with significant elevation gains, making this event suitable for well-prepared trail runners. The race includes timed and classified competitions with awards for individual and team categories.
The 45th Corrida do Tejo is a historic 10 km road race taking place on September 13, 2026, in Oeiras, Portugal. The race follows a scenic route along Avenida Marginal from Algés to Praia da Torre, offering a unique riverside running experience.
Open to all runners aged 18 and over, the event features staggered starts by pace groups to ensure a smooth race flow. With a 2-hour time limit, it welcomes a wide range of participants, from elite athletes to recreational runners. The race is organized by the Municipality of Oeiras and is one of Portugal’s oldest and most emblematic 10 km races.
Alongside the main race, there is a Kids Race event, making it a family-friendly weekend. The race atmosphere combines competitive spirit with community engagement and festive support along the course.
The Nexe 107 1.2 – Trail Ultra Endurance is a trail running event taking place on September 18 and 19, 2026, in Santa Bárbara de Nexe, Portugal. It features a challenging circular course of 107 km with significant elevation gain, alongside relay and ultra trail options.
Participants can compete solo over 107 km, in two-person relay teams splitting the distance into 52 km and 55 km legs, or in a 55 km ultra trail race. The event is open to all athletes and is part of regional and national ultra trail circuits, including the Ultra-Trail du Mont Blanc (UTMB) series.
The race route includes narrow trails, wide paths, rocky zones, and some paved sections, showcasing the scenic barrocal hills and Algarve mountains. The event offers a demanding endurance challenge with a festive and competitive atmosphere supported by local authorities.
The X TdM Trail dos Morcegos by Mitsubishi Motors is a trail running event held on September 19, 2026, in Ponta Delgada, Portugal. It features five races: Ultra Trail (53.2 km with 2300 m ascent), Trail (34.4 km with 1590 m ascent), Trail Sprint (18.9 km with 670 m ascent), Caminhada (6.5 km), and Kids (1.9 km), all finishing at Centro Social e Paroquial Nossa Senhora das Neves.
Open to all athletes aged 18+ for Ultra and Trail, 16+ for Trail Sprint, and younger categories for Caminhada and Kids with supervision. The Ultra and Trail races are classified under ITRA and UTMB, contributing points to regional trail running circuits, attracting competitive runners seeking ranking points.
The courses traverse scenic trails and paths in the municipality of Ponta Delgada with significant elevation changes, providing a challenging yet rewarding experience. The event atmosphere is competitive yet inclusive, with races for all ages and a non-competitive Caminhada.
The Tua Festival de Percursos Pedestres Carrazeda de Ansiães is a trail running event taking place on September 19-20, 2026, in Carrazeda de Ansiães, Portugal. It is part of a series of five weekend activities held throughout the year across the five municipalities of the Vale do Tua region.
The event offers various trail running routes suitable for different age categories, including Juvenile and Open categories for both males and females. It is organized by the Parque Natural Regional do Vale do Tua, highlighting the natural beauty of the region.