Messenger8º Trail Summer Challenge S.A. - Vila Galé
Event summary
The 8º Trail Summer Challenge is a trail running event taking place on July 5, 2026, at Praia Foz do Lizandro. It offers three distances: a long trail of approximately 24 km, a short trail of approximately 15 km, and a leisure walk of about 12 km.
This event is open to all participants aged 18 and over, requiring no license, and includes competitive trail races as well as a non-competitive walk. It is part of the Circuito Challenge S.A. 2026 series and promotes environmental awareness, being associated with eco-friendly initiatives such as the Plogging movement.
The courses traverse mostly natural circuits with stunning coastal views, combining trails through inland paths and seaside scenery. The atmosphere is inclusive and supportive, catering to competitive athletes and leisure walkers alike, with special awards for teams and the oldest participants, plus fun activities like plogging integrated into the walk.
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Start times per category/distance:
• Trail Longo (24 km): 09:00
• Trail Curto (15 km): 09:15
• Caminhada (12 km): 09:20
Bib pick-up time and location:
• July 5, 2026, from 07:00 to 08:30
• Location: Praia Foz do Lizandro deck
Start/finish locations: Praia Foz do Lizandro
Age categories/divisions:
• Séniores M/F (18-34 years)
• Veteranos 35 M/F (35-39 years)
• Veteranos 40 M/F (40-44 years)
• Veteranos 45 M/F (45-49 years)
• Veteranos 50 M/F (50-54 years)
• Veteranos 55 M/F (55-59 years)
• Veteranos 60 M/F (60-64 years)
• Veteranos 65 M/F (65+ years, no upper limit)
Cut-off times: 4 hours maximum for all races
Registration deadline: June 30, 2026, at 13:00 or when 500 paid registrations are reached
Surface types: Natural trails, coastal paths, mixed terrain including grass, asphalt, dirt, mud, sand, loose rock, and stone slabs
Course format: Circuit routes with start and finish at the same location
Timing method: Electronic chip timing (except for walkers, who do not have timing chips)
Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations with water provided; athletes must carry their own cup or container. There are also solid and liquid sports refreshments along the course and at the finish area.
Location
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Trail Run 24 km
Trail Run 15 km
Walking 12 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib number (except walkers), timing chip (except walkers)
🏅 Finisher prize: puzzle-shaped finisher medal themed on Circuito Challenge S.A.
⏱️ Timing + live results for trail participants by category
🛟 Safety support: logistical support and sports insurance included
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident and sports insurance included
🥤 Aid stations: liquid and solid sports refreshments during and after the race
🧖 Massage, post-race meals: post-race snacks including bread with chouriço, soft drinks, and beer
🏆 Trophies or podium awards: prizes for top 3 male and female finishers per category, plus prizes for the largest team and oldest athletes
