MessengerCabeçAlta Trail 2026
Event summary
Trail da CabeçAlta 2026 is a mountain trail running event taking place on February 22, 2026, in Guarda, Portugal. It offers two competitive distances: a long trail of approximately 26 km with 1100 meters of positive elevation gain, and a short trail of approximately 14 km with 800 meters of positive elevation gain. Additionally, there is a non-competitive mountain walk of about 12 km.
The event is open to participants aged 18 and over for the competitive races, while the walk is open to all, with children under 16 required to be accompanied by an adult. The race occurs in the heart of the Serra da Estrela, featuring natural park trails and mountainous terrain, emphasizing ecological and social responsibility.
The atmosphere promotes ethics, social and environmental values, with a focus on sharing the mountain trails experience. The event includes prize categories by age groups and teams, with trophies awarded to top finishers.
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Age categories/divisions:
• SUB-23 (18 to 23 years)
• Seniors (24 to 39 years)
• M40 / F40 (40 to 49 years)
• M50 / F50 (50 to 59 years)
• M60 / F60 (60 and over)
Start/finish locations: Salão Cultural de Videmonte
Start times per category/distance:
• Trail Curto (14 km): 09:00
• Trail Longo (26 km): 09:00
• Caminhada (12 km): 09:05
Cut-off times:
• Trail Curto: 3 hours
• Trail Longo: 5 hours 30 minutes
Bib pick-up time and location: 07:30 to 09:00 at Salão Cultural de Videmonte
Participants limit: Limited number of entries, only paid and validated registrations accepted
Registration deadline: February 15, 2026, 23:59
Surface types: Mountain trails in Serra da Estrela Natural Park, including areas with road traffic where traffic rules must be respected
Course format: Trail running and walking on marked mountain routes
Race routes:
• Trail Longo: approx. 26 km, 1100 m positive elevation
• Trail Curto: approx. 14 km, 800 m positive elevation
• Caminhada: approx. 12 km non-competitive walk
Timing method: Personalized bib with chip timing
Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations with solid and liquid supplies along the course, managed by responsible personnel
Prizes: Trophies for top 3 male and female finishers in each category and overall; extra prizes for intermediate sprints; team prizes for male and female teams with 6 or more finishers
Location
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Trail Run 26 km
Trail Run 14 km
Walking 12 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: personalized bib with chip, official technical T-shirt by EM3, race wristband
🏅 Finisher prize: medal, bread from Videmonte, recovery massage after the race
⏱️ Timing with chip included
🥤 Aid stations: solid and liquid supplies along the course
🛡️ Insurance: included personal accident insurance
🧖 Post-race recovery massage
🍽️ Lunch included
🧳 Transport to finish line in case of withdrawal
📸 Photographic record of the event
🎁 Race-related gifts and discount voucher for physiotherapy and wellness services
