The 3rd Trail da Lagoa 2026 is a trail running event taking place on September 27, 2026, in Airão São João, Guimarães. It offers three distances: a 20 km long trail, a 12 km mini trail, and an 8 km non-competitive walk.
The event is open to participants aged 18 and over for the long trail, 16 and over for the mini trail (with parental authorization), and all ages for the walk if accompanied by an adult. It is organized by Grupo Desportivo Airão – Curviã and features mountain trails, rural paths, and roads in the Guimarães municipality.
The race promises incredible scenery and a balance between effort and enjoyment, allowing participants to test their limits in a mountain environment. The event includes competitive and non-competitive options, making it accessible to a wide range of participants.
The 2nd Trail and Walk – OS LOBOS is a trail running and walking event taking place on September 27, 2026, in Graça do Divor, Évora. The event features a 15 km trail run and a 10 km walk, both starting and finishing at the local football field.
The trail run is open to athletes aged 16 and over, while the walk has no minimum age but minors must be accompanied by an adult. The race offers various age categories for competitive runners and includes monetary prizes and team classifications, creating a competitive yet community-focused atmosphere.
Participants will experience natural trail routes marked with ribbons and supported by the local municipality, with aid stations at multiple points. The event also provides post-race facilities such as showers at the sports club near the finish line.
The Coutos Natura Challenge 2026 is a trail running event scheduled for September 27, 2026, in the Viseu district of Portugal, covering the parishes of Coutos de Viseu, Bodiosa, São Miguel do Mato, and Ribafeita. It offers four race options: a 30 km long trail, a 20 km short trail, a 10 km mini trail, and a 10 km non-competitive walk.
The event is open to athletes aged 18 and over for the competitive trails, with the mini trail open to those 13 and older, and the walk open to participants aged 4 and above with parental authorization. The race emphasizes ecological responsibility and cultural promotion of the region, featuring technical, wild, and challenging trails with granite formations, water crossings, and potentially muddy sections.
The event includes a festive atmosphere with a warm reception, speaker, abundant and warm aid stations, photographers, a large audience, and a final communal lunch, making it a celebration of trail running and community.
Trail Santa Justa 2026 is a trail running event taking place on September 27, 2026, in Valongo, Portugal. The event features three competitive distances: 31 km, 15 km, and 10 km, with the 10 km distance available for running or walking.
The 31 km long trail has a positive elevation gain of 1500m and is part of the ATRP National Trail Circuit, while the 15 km trail with 850m elevation gain is part of the ATRP National Trail Sprint Circuit. The 10 km route has a 300m positive elevation gain. All races are open to participants aged 18 and over.
The race starts and finishes near the Igreja de Santa Justa and offers a challenging mountain trail experience with strict time limits and mandatory equipment for safety. The event includes individual and team classifications with age categories and awards.
Trail dos Arrozais 2026 takes place on September 27, 2026, in Paradela, Águeda, offering a trail running experience through rice fields, forest trails and natural landscapes in the Cértima River valley.
Organized by Sport Clube Paradela Trail/Run Section, the event combines technical trails, rural scenery and fast sections along the iconic arrozais of Recardães and Espinhel, creating a varied and dynamic course environment for trail runners of different levels.
The event includes a Trail Longo, Trail Curto, Mini-Trail, recreational walk and Trail Kids race, and is integrated into the Troféu Trail Terras de Águeda circuit, while also holding FPA certification.
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 scheduled for October 2-4, 2026, in the Serra d’Arga region, with race starts in Caminha, Dem, and São Lourenço da Montaria.
It offers multiple distances: an ultra 100 km race with 4594 m ascent, a 50 km trail with 2500 m ascent, a 31 km, a 17 km, and a 15 km trail race, plus a 12 km walk and a kids’ trail with distances from 250 m up to 2100 m. The event welcomes all adult participants over 18 years old and includes categories for youth and adults, with team classifications as well.
The races feature demanding mountain terrain with large elevation gains, technical trails, and picturesque landscapes including historic villages, waterfalls, and rivers. The atmosphere combines competitive spirit with cultural experiences such as folklore performances, making it a unique and festive mountain trail event for all levels, including family-friendly kids’ events.
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.
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 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.
