Aqua Race 2026

The Trail do Calvário is a trail running event taking place on May 3, 2026, in Vila Nova de Famalicão, Portugal. It features two competitive distances: a Long Trail of approximately 23 km with ±1000 m elevation gain and a Short Trail of approximately 14 km with ±600 m elevation gain, plus a non-competitive 8 km walk called Caminhada da Mãe.

The event is open to participants aged 16 and above for the Short Trail and 18 and above for the Long Trail, with no age limit for the walk if accompanied by an adult. It is part of the Famalicão Trail Championship and the Braga Regional Trail Championship, attracting a diverse range of trail runners.

The race courses traverse mountain trails, rural paths, and roads across several parishes, offering challenging terrain and scenic landscapes. The atmosphere combines competitive spirit with community engagement, including classifications by age groups and team competitions.

The V Lamas Trail is a trail running event taking place on Sunday, May 3, 2026, in Lamas, Ferreira de Aves, Sátão, Viseu, Portugal. It offers three routes: a 22 km Trail, a 13 km Mini Trail, and a 13 km Walk.

Participants aged 16 and older can compete in the Trail distances, while the walk has no age restrictions but minors must be accompanied by a legal guardian. The event features marked courses with solid and liquid aid stations and includes a prize ceremony for the top three finishers in each male and female age category.

The race atmosphere is community-focused with support services such as medical aid at the finish, transport for dropouts, and access to changing rooms. The event also provides a race kit including a bib, event t-shirt, insurance, and meal vouchers if purchased.

The Lobo Ibérico Trail is a trail running event scheduled for May 3, 2026, in Malveira, starting and finishing at Estádio das Seixas. It offers four distances: Trail Longo (24 km), Trail Curto (17 km), Mini Trail (13 km), and a non-competitive Caminhada (13 km), accommodating a wide range of runners and walkers.

This event is open to all age categories, including Juvenil to Veterans, with specific age limits for each race. It is part of a competitive trail running series and emphasizes showcasing the natural beauty of the region, including routes near the Iberian Wolf Recovery Center.

The race features diverse terrain such as dirt, sand, and asphalt with natural obstacles like stones, roots, and dense vegetation, providing a challenging and scenic experience. The atmosphere is inclusive and community-oriented, with team competitions and awards for individual and team performances, making it appealing to both competitive athletes and recreational participants.

The Zebra Ultra Trail (ZUT) is a trail running event scheduled for May 3, 2026, in Cantanhede, Portugal. This competitive trail event offers several distances: Ultra Trail (45 km), Trail Longo (25 km), Mini Trail (15 km), and a non-competitive Caminhada (10 km) walk, making it accessible for a wide range of participants.

The event is open to all age-eligible participants, with minimum ages of 18 for the Ultra Trail and Trail Longo, 16 for the Mini Trail, and open to all ages for the Caminhada (minors under 16 must be accompanied by an adult). The Mini Trail is part of the Circuito Distrital Trail Running Coimbra (CDTRC) series. The race features technical trails around the locality of Pena in Cantanhede, promising challenging terrain and scenic natural surroundings.

The atmosphere of the Zebra Ultra Trail is competitive yet welcoming, with trophies awarded to top finishers across distances and age categories. The event also supports team competition in the Mini Trail category and includes a family-friendly walking event, creating a festive and inclusive environment for trail enthusiasts of all levels.