Messenger12th Barreira Off-Road Trail 2026
Event summary
The 12th Trail Off-Road da Barreira is a trail running event taking place on February 15, 2026, in Barreira, Leiria, Portugal. This competitive event offers two race distances: the Trail Sprint 20 km, featuring a medium difficulty course with approximately 750 meters of elevation gain, and the Mini-Trail 12 km, with a lower medium difficulty and around 400 meters elevation gain.
Open to athletes aged 18 and above for the 20 km and younger categories for the 12 km Mini-Trail, the event is part of the ATRP National Trail Sprint Circuit, the ADAL District Trail Sprint Circuit, and the ADAL Trail Derovo Fullprotein Circuit. The race courses combine mixed terrain with trails and technical paths marked with tape, providing an engaging challenge for runners.
The atmosphere is competitive yet community-oriented, with awards for individual and team performances, including a special prize for the first male and female at a mid-race sprint point. The event includes a post-race social moment with traditional food, enhancing the overall experience.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Sub M/F23: 18-22 years
• Sen M/F: 23-34 years
• M/F35: 35-39 years
• M/F40: 40-44 years
• M/F45: 45-49 years
• M/F50: 50-54 years
• M/F55: 55-59 years
• M/F60: 60-64 years
• M/F65: 65 years and older
Start/finish locations: Jardim do Visconde da Barreira, Barreira, Leiria
Start times per category/distance:
• Trail Sprint 20 Km: 09:00
• Mini-Trail 12 Km: 09:30
Cut-off times: 3 hours for both distances
Bib pick-up time and location: 07:30-08:30 on race day at Jardim do Visconde da Barreira
Participants limit: 300 total
Registration deadline: February 6, 2026
Surface types: Mixed trail and cross-country paths, including technical trails and dirt roads
Course format: Point-to-point or looped courses with marked trails using tape
Race routes:
• Trail Sprint 20 Km: ~20 km distance, 750 m elevation gain
• Mini-Trail 12 Km: ~12 km distance, 400 m elevation gain
Timing method: Electronic chip timing on bib
Toilets and aid station placement: One aid station mid-course with liquid and solid supplies; no cups provided, athletes must carry their own hydration means
Prizes: Trophies for top 3 overall and per category (male and female) in both events; symbolic prize for 1st male and female at mid-race sprint point; roast pig awarded to team with most finishers in combined events
Location
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Trail Run 20 km
Trail Run 12 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: technical t-shirt included with registration
🥤 Aid stations: one mid-course station with food and hydration
⏱️ Timing + live results: electronic chip timing on bib
🛟 Safety support: presence of ambulance and medical assistance on site
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident and liability insurance included in registration
🚿 Services: secretariat and changing rooms available
🍴 Post-race meal: traditional roast pork sandwich, drink, and fruit after the event
🏆 Awards: trophies and symbolic prizes for individuals and teams
