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Trilho das Cinco Aldeias 2026 is a trail running event taking place on September 27, 2026, in Castro Daire, Portugal. The race offers multiple distances suitable for trail running enthusiasts.
The event welcomes participants without the need for a license and is organized by Câmara Municipal de Castro Daire. It features scenic routes through the region’s natural landscapes, providing a unique trail running experience.
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The XII EstrelAçor Trail Ultra Endurance is a trail running event taking place on October 2 and 3, 2026, in the Serra da Estrela and Serra do Açor regions, starting from Penhas da Saúde, Covilhã, Portugal. It features four competitive races of 100 km, 48 km, 32 km, and 16 km, plus a non-competitive 16 km walking event.
Participants must be at least 20 years old for the 100 km, 48 km, and 32 km races, while the 16 km sprint allows juniors aged 18 and 19. The event is limited to 500 athletes and includes challenging courses with significant elevation gains, classified by ITRA points. The race offers a unique ultra endurance experience across two mountain ranges with marked trails and aid stations.
The atmosphere is competitive and demanding, with electronic timing and strict control points. Awards are given to top finishers by gender, age categories, and teams, with prizes for all finishers. The event emphasizes environmental respect and safety, supported by local authorities and medical teams.
The Grande Trail da Serra D’Arga is a trail running event taking place from October 2 to 4, 2026, in the Serra d’Arga region of Portugal. It features multiple race distances including 100 km, 50 km, 31 km, 17 km, 15 km, a 12 km walk, and a kids’ trail with distances from 250 m to 2100 m.
Open to athletes aged 18 and over, the event is part of the Best Trails Series, the ATRP National Circuit 2027, and scores points for ITRA and UTMB. The courses traverse mountainous terrain with significant elevation gains, passing through preserved villages, rivers, and natural landmarks, offering a challenging and scenic experience.
The event includes a festive atmosphere with cultural performances and awards ceremonies, catering to a wide range of participants from elite trail runners to families and youth.
The 100KM de Desafio UM PROPÓSITO MAIOR is a 100 km challenge event scheduled for October 2, 2026. Participants can register from August 1, 2026, until the day of the event.
This endurance challenge is open for individual participation and supports a charitable cause, with funds raised benefiting Perelhal Solidário Aps. The event encourages community involvement through a sponsorship program where supporters can sponsor kilometers.
The Pisão Extreme 2026 is a skyrunning challenge through the dramatic Serra da Arada, organized by SpotCriativo Eventos with support from the São Pedro do Sul Municipality. Taking place on October 3–4, 2026, this event offers five circular trail courses, all under the auspices of the Portuguese Federation of Camping and Mountaineering (FCMP).
With distances ranging from 4 km to 65 km, Pisão Extreme caters to a wide spectrum of athletes — from beginners testing vertical gains to ultra-endurance mountain runners. Each course delivers rugged ascents, technical terrain, and breathtaking natural scenery.
This is not just a race — it’s a high-altitude test of resilience, autonomy, and mountain spirit.
The Azores Bravos Trail 2026 is a competitive trail-running event taking place on October 3, 2026, on Terceira Island in the Azores, Portugal. It features five linear, non-stop races with distances of 100.1 km, 51.8 km, 35.2 km, 15.5 km, and a 10 km walk.
The event is open to participants aged 12 and above depending on the race, with minimum ages of 12 for the walk, 16 for the 15.5 km race, and 20 for the longer distances. It is part of the Terceira Island Trail Running Circuit, scoring for the National League of the International Trail Running Association and the UTMB INDEX.
The courses traverse mountainous, muddy, and challenging terrain with significant elevation gains and losses, crossing public roads and private properties, requiring physical and mental endurance. The race atmosphere emphasizes fair play, respect for nature, and participant responsibility.
The VI Trail and Walk “Rota da Maçã de Montanha” is a trail running and walking event scheduled for October 3, 2026, in Armamar, Viseu. It features three distances: an 8 km walk, a 12 km short trail, and a 20 km trail.
The event is open to participants aged 6 to 80 years, with minors requiring parental authorization. It aims to promote physical activity and the local mountain apple production. The trail routes vary in difficulty from accessible to medium/high, suitable for different fitness levels.
The race atmosphere is community-oriented, with timed results for the trail races, trophies and medals for top finishers, and a social dinner after the event.
The Trail do Paimouro 2026 is a trail running event taking place on October 3, 2026, in Canas de Senhorim, Viseu, Portugal. It offers multiple distances including a Long Trail of approximately 26 km with 1000 meters positive elevation gain, a Short Trail of approximately 16 km with 600 meters positive elevation gain, a non-competitive 10 km walk, and an 8 km recreational walk without classification.
The event is open to participants aged 18 and over for the Long Trail, 16 and over for the Short Trail, and 12 and over for the walks. Minors under 18 must present a responsibility waiver signed by a guardian. The Trail do Paimouro is organized by Associação Desportiva e Cultural Anti Social Social Run Club with local support.
The courses mainly run through trails, rural paths, forest areas, and secondary roads, marked with ribbons and directional signs. The event includes competitive classifications for men and women across various age categories and teams, with monetary prizes for top finishers.
The 1st Ribas Challenge – Javali Night Trail is a night trail running event taking place on October 3, 2026, in Ribas de Cima, Fanhões, Lisbon district. The race features a single 15 km distance through trails and rural paths.
Open to all athletes aged 18 and over, regardless of federation status, this event combines a competitive and recreational spirit. Participants will experience the natural and historical surroundings of the Serra de Ribas, including paths linked to the Parque Municipal do Cabeço de Montachique and historical military structures.
The race atmosphere is challenging due to the night setting and semi-autonomous format, with mandatory equipment to ensure safety. The event includes a recovery meal at the finish and a prize ceremony, making it a complete trail running experience.