Trail Races in Portugal This February

Paula Veloso
by Paula Veloso
6 months ago

February is one of the first big months of the trail running season in Portugal — offering a range of events from short technical loops to multi-stage mountain adventures. If you’re planning your trail running calendar for 2026, here are some of the most exciting races happening this month, all confirmed on RaceFinder.

🗓 3rd Trail Cabeços de São Miguel – 8 February 2026

📍 São Miguel do Rio Torto (Abrantes)
Trail running with multiple options for every level: Long Trail 32 km, Sprint Trail 20 km, Mini Trail 14 km, and a 12 km walk. This event takes runners through scenic countryside trails, technical ascents, and varied terrain — perfect for both seasoned trail runners and those stepping up their game.

🗓 Foz Côa Douro Trail Adventure – 20–22 February 2026

📍 Vila Nova de Foz Côa
This unique three-stage trail running event tests both endurance and strategy across a mountain terrain in the Alto Douro region.
✔ Stage 1: 16 km (17:30 start)
✔ Stage 2: 30 km
✔ Stage 3: 17 km
Runners traverse riverside valleys, vineyard landscapes, and cultural sites — with cumulative times deciding the final rankings.

🗓 Trail da Cabeçal­ta — 22 February 2026

📍 Guarda

Distances:
• Long Trail – 20 km
• Short Trail – 10 km
• Walking – 10 km

A cold, fast and rugged mountain course typical of the Guarda region. Expect exposed terrain, sharp climbs and a great race to test early-season speed.

🗓 TAUT – Terras do Ancião Ultra Trail – 26–28 February 2026

📍 Ansião
One of Portugal’s most diverse trail events of the year, featuring a wide range of distances:
🏃‍♂️ 150 miles (242)
🏃‍♂️ 100 miles (160)
🏃‍♂️ 100 km
🏃‍♂️ 62 km
🏃‍♂️ 35 km
🏃‍♂️ 20 km
🏃‍♂️ 13 km
🏃‍♂️ 12 km (walk)
Set in the Serra de Sicó region, this festival-style event blends long ultra distances with more accessible trail runs and is part of the National Trail Ultra Endurance circuit (CNUTE), offering ITRA points on select distances.

🔎 Why February is a Great Month for Trail Running

  • Variety of distances — From short technical routes to ultra-endurance classics.
  • Different formats — One-day trail races and multi-stage challenges.
  • Scenic terrain — Valleys, vineyards, historical landscapes, and mountain ridges.

Whether you’re chasing performance, logging miles in nature, or racing with friends over multiple stages, February delivers a great mix of options to kick-start your year on the trails.

👉 Explore all trail races in Portugal at RaceFinder.

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