AXtrail Series 3rd Janeiro Cima / Baixo 2026

  • Sat, May 30, 2026
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Event summary

AXtrail Series #3 Janeiro Cima / Janeiro Baixo is a trail running event taking place on May 30 and 31, 2026, in Fundão and Pampilhosa da Serra, Portugal. The event features competitive races and initiation experiences over two days, with distances including 19 km and 11 km for the main series, 10 km and 7 km for the Xperience, and 7 km Caminho do Xisto walks.

The event is open to participants aged 18 and over for the main series and 16 and over for the Xperience, with minors requiring parental authorization. It is limited to 250 participants in total. The races offer challenging elevation gains and natural terrain, promoting contact with nature and local communities.

The atmosphere combines competitive spirit with trail running initiation and recreational walking, including podium ceremonies and finisher recognitions, making it suitable for a range of trail enthusiasts.

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Age categories/divisions:
• AXtrail Series #3: minimum 18 years
• AXtrail Xperience: minimum 16 years (minors require parental authorization)

Start/finish locations:
• May 30: Fundão (Janeiro de Cima)
• May 31: Pampilhosa da Serra (Janeiro de Baixo)

Start times per category/distance:
• May 30:
– AXtrail Series #3 (19 km, 1100 m elevation): 09:00
– AXtrail Xperience (10 km, 400 m elevation): 09:30
– Caminho do Xisto (7 km): 09:35
• May 31:
– AXtrail Series #3 (11 km, 350 m elevation): 09:00
– AXtrail Xperience (7 km, 300 m elevation): 09:30
– Caminho do Xisto (7 km): 09:35

Cut-off times:
• AXtrail Series #3: 6 hours
• AXtrail Xperience: 5 hours 30 minutes
• Caminho do Xisto: 5 hours 30 minutes

Bib pick-up time and location: 07:00 to 09:30 on both days (location to be designated)

Participants limit: 250 total for the event

Surface types: Hard ground

Course format: Two-day event with two competitive races and one walk each day

Race routes:
• May 30: 19 km (1100 m elevation), 10 km (400 m elevation), 7 km walk
• May 31: 11 km (350 m elevation), 7 km (300 m elevation), 7 km walk

Timing method: Electronic chip timing on bib

Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations with solid and liquid supplies at control points

Prizes: Trophies for top 5 male and female overall in AXtrail Series #3 and AXtrail Xperience; monetary prizes for top 5 in AXtrail Series #3; finisher souvenirs for all finishers


Fundão, Castelo Branco

Races


Benefits

🎽 Athlete kit: personalized bib, official event souvenir, finisher souvenir
🏅 Finisher prize: finisher souvenir
⏱️ Timing + live results by category via electronic chip on bib
🛟 Safety support: support, rescue, and emergency teams available
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident and civil liability insurance included
🥤 Aid stations: solid and liquid supplies at control points
🚌 Transport to finish line in case of abandonment or impediment by organization


FAQ

How do I get to the event?

The secretariat opens from 07:00 to 09:30 on both days at locations to be designated. Participants should check official communications for parking and shuttle details.

Can children participate?

Participants must be at least 18 years old for AXtrail Series #3 and 16 years old for AXtrail Xperience. Minors under 18 require parental authorization.

How can I register?

Registration is open from May 1 to May 25, 2026, with options for combined or individual races. Details are available on the official website.

What is the elevation gain of the races?

The 19 km race has 1100 m elevation gain, the 11 km race has 350 m, and the Xperience races have between 300 and 400 m elevation gain.

Is special equipment required?

Mandatory equipment includes bib, thermal blanket, backpack or similar, cup (minimum 15 cl), whistle, operational mobile phone, and water container with at least 1 liter capacity.

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