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12th ESTRELAÇOR ULTRA ENDURANCE

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.

Ultra Trail 100 km, 48 km

Trail Run 32 km, 16 km

Walk 16 km
02

Oct

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03

Oct

Covilhã, Castelo Branco, Portugal

15 € — 96 €
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100KM Challenge A GREATER PURPOSE

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.

Charity Challenge 100 km
02

Oct

Caminha, Viana do Castelo, Portugal

5 €
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Backyard Ultra by CoimbraTrail

The Backyard Ultra by CoimbraTrail is an endurance running race held on October 3, 2026, in Vale Cântaro, Assafarge, Coimbra. Participants run laps of 6.706 meters each, starting exactly on the hour, and must complete each lap within 60 minutes to continue.

There are competitive variants including Backyard 3 Voltas (20.118 km) and Backyard 6 Voltas (40.236 km), each with their own classification. The race is open to athletes aged 18 and over for the main and 6 Voltas events, and from 16 years old for the 3 Voltas variant with parental authorization.

The course mainly follows rural paths, trails, and road sections with an elevation gain of approximately 180 meters per lap. The event emphasizes self-management of logistics, nutrition, and recovery, with support areas provided at the start/finish zone.

Backyard Ultra

Backyard 6 laps 40.236 km

Backyard 3 laps 20.118 km
03

Oct

Coimbra, Portugal

15 € — 50 €
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Azores Brave Trail 2026

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.

Trail Run 101,1 km, 51,8 km, 35,2 km, 15,5 km

Walking 10 km
03

Oct

Azores, Portugal

30 € — 110 €
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IRON LOOP 3070

IRON LOOP 3070 is a team endurance race taking place on October 3, 2026, at Praia de Mira. The event challenges teams of three athletes to complete 80 km within 8 hours in a relay format, emphasizing strategy and endurance.

The race consists of 8 rounds of 10.2 km each, with each round made up of 3 laps of a 3.4 km circuit. Teams compete in male, female, and mixed categories, and minors may participate with legal authorization.

The event offers a competitive atmosphere with medals for all finishers and prizes for the top three teams in each category. The race requires cooperation and tactical management, with athlete exchanges only allowed in the transition zone.

Endurance Race 80 km
03

Oct

Mira, Coimbra, Portugal

60 €
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12H ULTRA RESISTANCE ON TRACK

The 12 Hours Covilhã – Cada Km Conta is an ultra endurance track running event taking place on October 5, 2026, at the athletics track of the Covilhã Sports Complex. Participants aim to cover the greatest possible distance within the chosen time frame.

The event offers multiple race formats: 12 hours, 6 hours, 3 hours, and a 2 km community challenge open to all ages, including minors accompanied by an adult. Both individual and team participation (teams of 2 or 4) are allowed, with teams running in shifts.

This event emphasizes solidarity, with all kilometers run contributing to a charitable cause to be announced. The atmosphere promotes camaraderie and mutual support rather than purely competitive results.

12 hours

6 hours

3 hours

Community Challenge 2 km
05

Oct

Covilhã, Castelo Branco, Portugal

7 € — 65 €
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Douro Ultra Trail 2026

The Douro Ultra Trail 2026 is a trail running event taking place on October 9-10, 2026, in Peso da Régua, Portugal. It features four race distances: approximately 100 km (Ultra Trail Endurance), 50 km (Trail Longo), 28 km (Trail), and 15 km (Trail Curto).

Participants must be at least 18 years old for the Ultra Trail Endurance and Trail Longo races, while minors can participate in the shorter distances if accompanied by a responsible adult. The event allows individual and duo participation for the longer distances, emphasizing self-sufficiency and endurance in mountainous terrain with significant elevation gains.

The race courses include a variety of natural trails, forest roads, and some asphalt sections, with challenging elevation profiles and strict time cut-offs. The event offers a competitive atmosphere with individual, duo, and team classifications and podium awards.

Ultra Trail 100 km, 50 km

Trail Run 28 km, 15 km
09

Oct

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10

Oct

Peso da Régua, Vila Real, Portugal

25 € — 200 €
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Abrantes 100 Trail

Trail Abrantes 100 is a trail running event scheduled for October 10, 2026, in Abrantes, Portugal. The event offers multiple race distances including 100 km solo, 50 km solo, 25 km solo, 10 km solo, relay teams of 2 or 4 members, and special races for people with disabilities, as well as non-competitive walking and kids’ races.

The race is open to participants aged 20 and above for the longest distances and 18 and above for shorter distances, with no age limit for disability races and no minimum age for the walking event. It is certified by the Portuguese Trail Running Association and recognized by the International Trail Running Association as a UTMB World Series Qualifier, integrating national trail circuits.

The course features semi-autonomous trail running with mandatory equipment and aid stations, and includes transitions for relay teams. The event promotes environmental awareness and local cultural and natural heritage, offering a challenging and well-organized trail running experience.

Ultra Trail 100 km, 50 km

Trail Run 25 km, 10 km

Walking 10 km
10

Oct

Abrantes, Santarém, Portugal

15 € — 80 €

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UTAX AXtrail®2026

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.

Trail Run 107 km, 56 km, 32 km, 16 km

Walking 8 km

Kids Race
16

Oct

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18

Oct

Castanheira de Pera, Portugal

Free — 115 €

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TRIANGLE ADVENTURE BY AZORES TRAIL RUN® 2026

The Azores Triangle Adventure 2026 is a trail running stage race held from October 23 to 25, 2026, across the islands of Pico, São Jorge, and Faial in the Azores archipelago. The race consists of three stages with distances of 25 km, 27.8 km, and 33 km respectively, totaling 85.9 km.

Participation is open to athletes aged 18 and over, with registration only available for the full stage race, not individual stages. The event is a qualifier for the Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc (UTMB) and features challenging terrain with technical trails, elevation, and variable weather conditions.

The race atmosphere emphasizes fair play and respect for nature, with a limited field of 80 participants. Awards are given for overall, age categories, and teams, with a prize ceremony held at the end of the event.

Azores Triangle Adventure 85.9 km
23

Oct

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25

Oct

Madalena, Açores, Portugal

495 €
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