12th Run of Freedom Montijo 2026

  • Sat, April 25, 2026
  • Free — 27 
  • 9 races
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Event summary

The 12th Corrida da Liberdade Montijo 2026 is a running event taking place on April 25, 2026, in Montijo, Portugal, starting and finishing at Praça da República. It features a 10 km race, a 5 km walk, and a 400 m Kids Race, catering to a wide range of participants including children up to 12 years old and adults over 18.

The event promotes a spirit of sport and physical activity with a renewed course designed for record-breaking performances. It offers trophies for the top three overall and age category finishers, creating a competitive yet inclusive atmosphere for all ages and abilities.

Participants will enjoy a well-organized race day with hydration stations, a commemorative finisher medal, and the opportunity to download participation diplomas, making it a memorable sporting occasion for the Montijo community.

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Start/finish locations: Praça da República, Montijo

Start times per category/distance:
• Kids Race 400m: 09h30
• Corrida 10km: 10h00
• Caminhada 5km: 10h10

Cut-off times: Maximum duration of 1h30 for the event

Bib pick-up time and location:
• 23 April 2026, 14:00–20:00, Xistarca
• 24 April 2026, 10:00–20:00, location to be announced
• 25 April 2026, 08:00–09:00, at the start location (extra fee applies)

Timing method: Chip timing for the 10km race

Toilets and aid station placement:
• Aid stations at 5 km and finish for 10 km race
• Aid stations at finish for 5 km walk and Kids Race

Prizes:
• Trophies for top 3 overall male and female finishers
• Trophies for top 3 in each age category (male and female)


Montijo, Seúbal

Races

Road Running 10 km Official Bag

25 Apr, 2026
10:00
15 

Walk 5 km Official Bag

25 Apr, 2026
10:10
13 

Road Running 10 km Sweatshirt

25 Apr, 2026
10:00
19 

Walk 5 km Sweatshirt

25 Apr, 2026
10:10
17 

Road Running 10 km Official Bag + Sweatshirt

25 Apr, 2026
10:00
27 

Walk 5 km Official Bag + Sweatshirt

25 Apr, 2026
10:10
25 

Benefits

🎽 Athlete kit: technical t-shirt, personalized bib, chip for 10km race, finisher medal, sponsor gifts
🏅 Finisher prize: commemorative medal and downloadable participation diploma
⏱️ Timing + live results by category via chip timing for 10km race
🛟 Safety support: medical assistance available during the event, traffic control by GNR
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included for registered participants
🥤 Aid stations: water at 5 km and finish for 10 km race; water at finish for 5 km walk and Kids Race


FAQ

How do I get to the event?

The event takes place at Praça da República, Montijo. Specific parking or shuttle details are not provided.

Can children participate?

Yes, the Kids Race is open to children up to 12 years old.

How can I register?

Registrations can be made online at www.xistarca.pt or in person at Xistarca, Calçada da Tapada, 71 A. Last-minute registrations are possible during kit pick-up times.

What is the maximum duration of the race?

The event has a maximum duration of 1 hour and 30 minutes, after which the course will reopen to traffic.

Is special equipment required?

Participants must wear the official bib and chip visibly on the front of their shirt; no other special equipment is mandated.

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