Cávado Half Marathon

The Corrida Sempre Mulher Zurich is a running and walking event taking place on April 12, 2026, in Lisbon, starting and finishing at Praça dos Restauradores. It offers a unique 5 km course suitable for competitive female runners aged 16 and over, as well as a non-competitive walking/running option open to all, including men and participants with pets in the Team Pet category.

This event supports a meaningful cause, with all registration fees donated to the Associação Portuguesa de Apoio à Mulher com Cancro da Mama. Participants will experience a vibrant atmosphere filled with solidarity and health awareness, highlighted by the iconic pink theme along Avenida da Liberdade.

The race features a single 5 km route with refreshment stations midway and at the finish line, and includes a collective aerobic warm-up before the start. The event also offers a family-friendly environment with options for leisure participation alongside the competitive race.

The BMcar Meia Maratona do Cávado is a half marathon race taking place on April 12, 2026. The event connects the cities of Barcelos and Esposende, celebrating the local tradition and community spirit along the Cávado river.

This race offers a unique opportunity to experience the cultural and sporting enthusiasm of the region, fostering a sense of unity between the two territories.

The 3rd Edition Trilhos Verdes Alpedriz is a trail running event taking place on April 12, 2026, in Alpedriz, Alcobaça. It features a competitive trail race of approximately 19 km with 500 meters of positive elevation gain, a mini trail of 10 km with 300 meters of elevation, and two non-competitive walks of 10 km and 7 km.

The event is open to participants aged 16 and over for the trail and mini trail, and to children aged 6 and above for the walks (with adult supervision for younger children). It is organized by the Associação de Bem Estar Social e Recreativa de Alpedriz (ABESRA) and includes trophies for trail and mini trail categories, team prizes, and special awards for local athletes.

The courses traverse mostly trails, dirt roads, streams, and forest roads, with the route marked and open to public traffic, requiring participants to respect traffic rules and private property. The atmosphere is community-oriented and supportive, with a focus on fair play and environmental respect.

Trail do Texugo 2026 is a trail running event taking place on April 12, 2026, in Redondo, Portugal. The race offers four distances: Trail Ultra (46 km), Trail Longo (30 km), Trail Sprint/Jovem (15 km), and an initiation trail of 10 km.

The event is open to participants meeting age and health requirements, with minimum ages ranging from no minimum for the initiation trail (recommended 14+) to 20 years for the longest distances. The race is organized by the Secção de Trail Running do Núcleo Andebol de Redondo and promotes tourism and environmental awareness in the Serra D’Ossa region.

The courses feature natural trails, forest roads, singletracks, streams, and historical sites, with significant elevation gains. The atmosphere encourages respect for nature and fair play, with a non-competitive initiation trail option for newcomers.