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Event summary
The Aleluias Trail 2026 is a trail running and walking event taking place on April 4, 2026, in Terrugem, Elvas. It features three distances: a competitive 21 km trail with approximately 800m elevation gain, a competitive 12 km mini trail with about 300m elevation gain, and a non-competitive 10 km walk with around 150m elevation gain.
The event celebrates the cultural tradition of Aleluias in Terrugem, combining sport with local heritage and community spirit. It welcomes participants aged 18+ for the 21 km trail, 16+ for the mini trail with parental authorization, and all ages for the walk if accompanied and authorized. The race emphasizes respect for nature and community, with a festive and inclusive atmosphere.
Participants receive a technical T-shirt, finisher medal, and refreshments including traditional local food, making the event a unique blend of sport, culture, and social gathering.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Trail 21K: 18+ years
• Mini Trail 12K: 16+ years with parental authorization
• Caminhada 10K: minors allowed if accompanied and authorized
Start/finish locations: Parque de Festas da Terrugem, Elvas
Start times per category/distance:
• Trail 21K: 09:00
• Mini Trail 12K: 09:15
• Caminhada 10K: 09:20
Cut-off times: 4 hours (until 13:00)
Bib pick-up time and location:
• April 3, 18:00–20:00
• April 4, 07:00–08:30
• Location: Pavilhão Multiusos da Terrugem
Participants limit: 100 per event, total 300
Registration deadline: March 30, 2026 or until limit reached
Surface types: Trail running on natural terrain with elevation gain
Course format: Marked trail with ribbons, flags, arrows, and stone powder; no shortcuts allowed
Race routes:
• Trail 21K approx. 800m elevation gain
• Mini Trail 12K approx. 300m elevation gain
• Caminhada 10K approx. 150m elevation gain
Timing method: Electronic chip timing on bib with manual controls
Toilets and aid station placement:
• Trail 21K: 2 aid stations (1 liquids and solids, 1 liquids only)
• Mini Trail 12K and Caminhada 10K: 1 aid station each
Prizes:
• Trophies for top 3 male and female overall in Trail 21K and Mini Trail 12K
• Medals for top 3 male and female per age category
• Trophy for largest team
• Finisher medal for all finishers
Location
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Trail Run 21 km
Trail Run 12 km
Walk 10 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib (except Caminhada), personal accident insurance, technical T-shirt, finisher medal
🏅 Finisher prize: medal for all finishers
⏱️ Timing + manual and electronic controls with chip on bib
🛟 Safety support: support from Elvas Firefighters for emergencies
🥤 Aid stations: Trail 21K has 2 stations with liquids and solids; Mini Trail 12K and Caminhada 10K have 1 station each
🚿 Showers available at municipal pools and sports facilities in Terrugem
📸 Photography at various points, photos shared free via social media
🥘 Post-race meal included: soup (Caldo Verde), bifana sandwich, drink, plus a drink voucher (beer or juice)
🎁 Additional diverse gifts provided by the organization
