2nd Edition Arinto Capital Trail

  • Sun, April 12, 2026
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  • 5 races
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Event summary

The 2nd Edition Trail Capital do Arinto is a trail running event taking place on April 12, 2026, in Bucelas, Portugal. It offers multiple distances including an Ultra Trail of 46 km, a Long Trail of 30 km, a Short Trail of 17 km, a Mini Trail of 10 km, and a 10 km Walk. This event is open to all participants and is part of the Circuito de Trail Ultra AAL, Circuito Nacional de Trail Ultra ATRP, Circuito de Trail Longo AAL, and Circuito Nacional de Trail ATRP, providing competitive opportunities across various race series.

The race courses traverse the beautiful natural and cultural heritage zones of Bucelas, a region renowned for its vineyards and historic significance as the “Capital do Arinto” wine area. The routes are designed to highlight the local landscape and geological and cultural assets, combining sport with regional promotion. The event atmosphere balances competitive spirit with community and environmental respect, emphasizing safety and sportsmanship.

Race day includes staggered start times for the different trail distances and the walk, with mandatory equipment checks ensuring athlete safety and autonomy along the course. The event awards prizes to the top three overall finishers by gender, the best in each age category, and the top three teams, enhancing the competitive appeal.

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Age categories/divisions:
• Juniors M/F – 18 to 19 years
• Sub23 M/F – 20 to 22 years
• Seniors M/F – 23 to 34 years
• Veterans M/F 35 – 35 to 39 years
• Veterans M/F 40 – 40 to 44 years
• Veterans M/F 45 – 45 to 49 years
• Veterans M/F 50 – 50 to 54 years
• Veterans M/F 55 – 55 to 59 years
• Veterans M/F 60 – 60 to 64 years
• Veterans M/F 65 – 65 to 69 years
• Veterans M/F 70 – 70 years or older

Start/finish locations: Start and finish at Junta de Freguesia de Bucelas

Start times per category/distance:
• 07:45 – Call for Ultra Trail (46 km)
• 08:00 – Start Ultra Trail
• 08:15 – Call for Trail Longo (30 km)
• 08:30 – Start Trail Longo
• 08:45 – Call for Trail Curto (17 km)
• 09:00 – Start Trail Curto
• 09:15 – Call for Mini Trail (10 km)
• 09:30 – Start Mini Trail
• 09:40 – Start Caminhada (10 km walk)

Cut-off times: Maximum duration for the races is 8 hours

Bib pick-up time and location:
• April 11, 2026 – 15:00 at Junta de Freguesia de Bucelas
• April 12, 2026 – 07:00 at Junta de Freguesia de Bucelas

Participants limit: Unlimited entries

Registration deadline: Until April 5, 2026

Surface types: Natural trail paths including rural and vineyard terrain

Course format: Point-to-point or loop courses depending on distance

Race routes: Trails through Bucelas and surrounding natural and cultural heritage zones

Timing method: Electronic chip timing mandatory for all competitive distances

Toilets and aid station placement:
• Five mandatory checkpoints (PACs) with drinks and food for local consumption

Prizes:
• Prizes for top 3 overall men and women
• Prizes for top 3 in each age category
• Prizes for top 3 teams (scored by top 3 finishers regardless of gender)


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Benefits

🎽 Athlete kit: bib, chip (for competitive races), and sponsor gifts
🏅 Finisher prize: medal for all participants completing the race
⏱️ Timing + live results by category via electronic chip system
🛟 Safety support: mandatory equipment checks, race officials at checkpoints
🛡️ Insurance: included as part of race entry
🥤 Aid stations: food and drinks available at five mandatory checkpoints
🏆 Podium awards for top 3 overall and age categories, plus team awards


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