{"id":29397,"date":"2026-01-28T14:54:29","date_gmt":"2026-01-28T14:54:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/?p=29397"},"modified":"2026-01-28T14:56:27","modified_gmt":"2026-01-28T14:56:27","slug":"trail-races-in-portugal-this-february","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/en\/trail-races-in-portugal-this-february\/","title":{"rendered":"Trail Races in Portugal This February"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>February is one of the first big months of the trail running season in Portugal \u2014 offering a range of events from short technical loops to multi-stage mountain adventures. If you\u2019re planning your <em>trail running calendar for 2026<\/em>, here are some of the most exciting races happening this month, all confirmed on <strong>RaceFinder<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\uddd3 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/pt\/event\/3o-trail-cabecos-de-sao-miguel\/\">3rd Trail Cabe\u00e7os de S\u00e3o Miguel<\/a> \u2013 8 February 2026<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccd S\u00e3o Miguel do Rio Torto (Abrantes)<br>Trail running with multiple options for every level: Long Trail <strong>32 km<\/strong>, Sprint Trail <strong>20 km<\/strong>, Mini Trail <strong>14 km<\/strong>, and a <strong>12 km walk<\/strong>. This event takes runners through scenic countryside trails, technical ascents, and varied terrain \u2014 perfect for both seasoned trail runners and those stepping up their game. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\uddd3 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/pt\/event\/foz-coa-douro-trail-adventure-corrida-de-3-etapas\/\">Foz C\u00f4a Douro Trail Adventure <\/a>\u2013 20\u201322 February 2026<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccd Vila Nova de Foz C\u00f4a<br>This unique <strong>three-stage trail running event<\/strong> tests both endurance and strategy across a mountain terrain in the Alto Douro region.<br>\u2714 Stage 1: <strong>16 km<\/strong> (17:30 start)<br>\u2714 Stage 2: <strong>30 km<\/strong><br>\u2714 Stage 3: <strong>17 km<\/strong><br>Runners traverse riverside valleys, vineyard landscapes, and cultural sites \u2014 with cumulative times deciding the final rankings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\uddd3 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/pt\/event\/trail-da-cabecalta-2026\/\">Trail da Cabe\u00e7al\u00adta<\/a> \u2014 22 <strong>February 202<\/strong>6<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccd Guarda<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Distances:<br>\u2022 Long Trail \u2013 20 km<br>\u2022 Short Trail \u2013 10 km<br>\u2022 Walking \u2013 10 km<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\uddd3 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/pt\/event\/taut-terras-do-anciao-ultra-trail\/\">TAUT \u2013 Terras do Anci\u00e3o Ultra Trail<\/a> \u2013 26\u201328 February 202<\/strong>6<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccd Ansi\u00e3o<br>One of Portugal\u2019s most diverse trail events of the year, featuring a wide range of distances:<br>\ud83c\udfc3\u200d\u2642\ufe0f <strong>150 miles (242)<\/strong><br>\ud83c\udfc3\u200d\u2642\ufe0f <strong>100 miles (160)<\/strong><br>\ud83c\udfc3\u200d\u2642\ufe0f <strong>100 km<\/strong><br>\ud83c\udfc3\u200d\u2642\ufe0f <strong>62 km<\/strong><br>\ud83c\udfc3\u200d\u2642\ufe0f <strong>35 km<\/strong><br>\ud83c\udfc3\u200d\u2642\ufe0f <strong>20 km<\/strong><br>\ud83c\udfc3\u200d\u2642\ufe0f <strong>13 km<\/strong><br>\ud83c\udfc3\u200d\u2642\ufe0f <strong>12 km (walk)<\/strong><br>Set in the Serra de Sic\u00f3 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udd0e <strong>Why February is a Great Month for Trail Running<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Variety of distances<\/strong> \u2014 From short technical routes to ultra-endurance classics.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Different formats<\/strong> \u2014 One-day trail races and multi-stage challenges.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Scenic terrain<\/strong> \u2014 Valleys, vineyards, historical landscapes, and mountain ridges.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 <strong>Explore all trail races in Portugal at <a href=\"http:\/\/racefinder.pt\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"racefinder.pt\">RaceFinder<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>February is one of the first big months of the trail running season in Portugal \u2014 offering a range of events from short technical loops to multi-stage mountain adventures. 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