5th Leg of the Whale Bone Beach - Middle Distance Circuit

  • Sun, July 19, 2026
  • Free
  • 1 race
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Event summary

The 5ª Légua da Praia do Osso da Baleia is a running race scheduled for July 19, 2026, held at Praia do Osso da Baleia, Portugal. This event is part of the Circuito Meio Fundo ADAL and features a variety of distances to accommodate different age groups and competitive levels, including a main 5 km legua (league) race, mini legs for younger participants, and a family walk.

The race is open to all participants, whether affiliated with FPA, INATEL, or competing as popular runners either individually or in teams. The course is unique as it is entirely run on the beach sand, offering a scenic and challenging terrain. The event atmosphere is inclusive and family-friendly, with a schedule that includes children’s races starting from 500 meters to 2 km, and a mass participation walk for all ages.

In addition to individual competition, there is a team classification where the top three athletes from each team contribute to the team score, fostering a community spirit. The event also supports charitable causes through food donations from participants, enhancing its social impact.

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Age categories/divisions:
• Sub 10 M/F (after 2017) – 500 meters
• Sub 12 M/F (2015/2016) – 800 meters
• Sub 14 M/F (2013/2014) – Mini Légua
• Sub 16 M/F (2011/2012) – 2 km
• Sub 18 M/F (2009/2010)
• Sub 20 M/F (2007/2008)
• Sub 23 M/F (2004/2005/2006)
• Seniors M/F (2003 and before)
• Master M/F35 (35 to 39 years) – Légua
• Master M/F40 (40 to 44 years) – 5 km
• Master M/F45 (45 to 49 years)
• Master M/F50 (50 to 54 years)
• Master M/F55 (55 to 59 years)
• Master M/F60 (60 to 64 years)
• Master M/F65 (65+ years)
• Family walk – all ages

Start/finish locations: Near BAR Estrela do MAR, Praia do Osso da Baleia

Start times per category/distance:
• 10:00 – Sub 10 (500 m)
• 10:10 – Sub 12 (800 m)
• 10:20 – Sub 14 Mini Légua, Sub 16 (2 km), Sub 18, Sub 20, Sub 23, Seniors, Master M/F35 (Légua)
• 10:40 – Master M/F40 (5 km) and older Masters

Bib pick-up time and location: From 08:00 on race day, organized by club representatives

Race routes: Loop on the beach starting and finishing near BAR Estrela do MAR

Timing method: Time control at start and finish lines

Prizes: Goodie bags for first 300 athletes; trophies for top 3 per category; trophies for top 5 teams and most numerous affiliated team


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Benefits

🎽 Athlete kit: race bib and material delivered from 8:00 by club representatives
🏅 Finisher prize: goodie bag for the first 300 athletes
⏱️ Timing + live results by category with time control at start and finish
🛟 Safety support: organization ensures safety with control points along the course
🛡️ Insurance: non-federated athletes insured by the organization upon declaration
📸 Photography/video coverage: use of participants’ images authorized for promotional purposes
🏆 Trophies for top 3 per age category and team awards


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