8th Solidarity Trail of Ribeirão

The Trail Pedrosas Open is a trail running event scheduled for July 19, 2026, at the Polidesportivo de Pedrosinhas, Pedrosas – Sátão, Viseu, Portugal. It offers three distances: a 21 km Trail, a 13 km Mini Trail, and a 10 km Walk, catering to different levels of preparation and preferences.

The event is open to both federated and non-federated athletes, welcoming a broad range of participants. The courses are circular, starting and finishing at the Polidesportivo de Pedrosinhas, featuring a mix of trails, forest roads, and small asphalt sections, with elevation gains of approximately 600 m for the Trail, 400 m for the Mini Trail, and 300 m for the Walk.

The race promotes community spirit and fair play, with a festive atmosphere including a prize ceremony and support services such as medical assistance and refreshments. It is suitable for athletes seeking a challenging trail experience as well as those preferring a more relaxed walk in nature.

The Corrida Atlântica Comporta – Tróia is a 15 km beach running race taking place on July 19, 2026, along the Atlantic coast of Grândola, Portugal. The race starts at Praia da Comporta and finishes at Praia Tróia-Mar in Tróia, with the entire course run on sand.

Open to all individuals aged 16 and above, the event includes individual and team competitions, where the top three finishers of each team contribute to the team classification. The race offers monetary prizes and trophies for top finishers and age categories, as well as trophies for the best teams.

The race is organized by the Municipality of Grândola and features a unique coastal route within a protected natural area, emphasizing respect for the environment. Transport options by catamaran and bus are available for participants upon request.

The Ultra Maratona Atlântica Melides – Tróia is an adventure race held on July 19, 2026, along the Atlantic coast of Grândola, Portugal. This unique ultra marathon covers approximately 45 km entirely on beach sand, starting at Praia de Melides and finishing at Praia de Tróia-Mar in Tróia.

Open to individuals aged 18 and over from any nationality, the race can be contested individually or in teams representing clubs or institutions. The event demands high physical and psychological endurance due to the long distance, sandy terrain, and continuous sun exposure. It features official team classifications and monetary prizes for top finishers.

The race offers a challenging and scenic coastal route with strict environmental respect rules, creating a competitive yet responsible atmosphere for all participants.

The 13th Benfeita Trail is a pure trail running event taking place on July 19, 2026, in the Aldeia de Xisto da Benfeita, Arganil. It features two races: a Short Trail of approximately 21 km and a Mini Trail of approximately 11 km.

The Short Trail is part of the District Trail Circuit – ADAC and the National Trail Sprint Circuit – ATRP, while the Mini Trail is part of the National Youth Trail Circuit – ATRP. The event is organized by the Trail Team / Athletics S. C. Povoense – Caracóis de Corrida with support from local authorities and partners.

Participants must be physically and mentally prepared for the specific distances and difficulties of the trails. The race offers a competitive atmosphere with classifications and prizes for overall and age categories, including team awards. The event starts at 9:00 AM near the Benfeita River Beach.