CASTELEJO TRAIL 2026
Event summary
Trail Castelejo 2026 is a mountain trail running event taking place on February 8, 2026, in Alvados, Portugal. The race offers two distances, approximately 10 km and 22 km, with challenging technical trails and slippery terrain requiring careful attention from participants.
The event is open to runners aged 18 and over who meet the registration requirements. Both distances, K10 and K20, count towards the Municipality Trophy, attracting competitive athletes across various age categories. The race course is marked with arrows, stakes, and tapes, ensuring clear navigation through the natural landscape of Alvados.
Trail Castelejo emphasizes environmental preservation and promotes the Natural Park of Serras de Aire e Candeeiros, providing a unique setting for mountain trail running. The event includes a walking option and offers a festive atmosphere with optional lunch and prize ceremonies.
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Start/finish locations: Secretariado no salão paroquial de Alvados (coordinates: 39°32’55.37″N 8°46’12.80″W)
Start times per category/distance:
• K20 – 09h00
• K10 – 09h15
• Caminhada – 09h30
Participant limit:
• K10 – 200
• K20 – 200
• Caminhada – 200
Registration deadline: 01 February 2026 at 24H00
Surface types: Technically difficult trails and slippery terrain on existing paths and tracks in Alvados
Course format: Trail running on marked trails with arrows on pavement, stakes, and tapes
Race routes:
• K10 – Approx. 10 km
• K20 – Approx. 22 km
Bib pick-up time and location:
• 07 February 2026, 17H00–18H30
• 08 February 2026, from 07H30
• Location: salão paroquial de Alvados
Timing method: Electronic chip timing with bib worn on front of body
Prizes: Trophies for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place overall (male and female), by age category, and for teams
Location
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Trail Run 22 km
Trail Run 10 km
Walk
Trail Run 22 km With lunch
Trail Run 10 km With lunch
Walk With lunch
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: personalized bib with chip, safety pins
🏅 Finisher prize: medal for all finishers
⏱️ Electronic timing with chip worn on front of body
🛟 Safety support: medical assistance and emergency teams on course
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included in registration fee
🥤 Aid stations: liquids and solids provided (details to be announced)
🚿 Showers and baths included
🧳 Personalized bib and chip for time control
🏆 Trophies for top finishers overall, by age group, and teams
🍲 Optional lunch available for 6€ including soup, main dish, drink, and dessert
