DOURO VERDE HALF MARATHON

  • Sun, March 22, 2026
  • 10 20 
  • 4 races
3

Event summary

The 5th Meia Maratona Douro Verde is a half marathon running event scheduled for March 22, 2026, in Ribadouro (Baião), Portugal, along the scenic banks of the Douro River. The race includes a main 21 km half marathon, a relay option splitting the distance into 11 km and 10 km segments, and a non-competitive approximately 10 km walk.

This event is open to all runners, both federated and non-federated, across various age categories from juniors to veterans. It offers monetary prizes for top finishers overall and in age categories, as well as team awards, creating a competitive yet inclusive atmosphere. The course boasts unique, picturesque views as it follows the river and crosses the iconic Carrapatelo dam.

The race atmosphere blends competitive spirit with community engagement, supported by local municipalities. The event also includes relay teams and a family-friendly walk, making it suitable for a wide range of participants and promoting health and quality of life through sport.

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Age categories/divisions:
• Juniors/Seniors (18-34 years) Male/Female
• VET 35 (35-39) Male/Female
• VET 40 (40-44) Male/Female
• VET 45 (45-49) Male/Female
• VET 50 (50-54) Male/Female
• VET 55 (55-59) Male/Female
• VET 60 (60+) Male/Female

Start/finish locations: Ribadouro – Baião, near Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA

Start times per category/distance: All races start at 10:00 on March 22, 2026

Cut-off times: Finish control closes 3 hours after race start

Bib pick-up time and location: March 20, 21, and 22 at designated locations; must present ID and proof of registration

Surface types: Road running, asphalt and paved roads along the river

Course format: Point-to-point with river crossings; includes relay exchange zone

Race routes: 21 km half marathon, 21 km relay (11 km + 10 km), 10 km walk

Timing method: Electronic chip timing with official classification

Toilets and aid station placement:
• Water stations at 5 km, 10 km, 15 km, and finish line
• Toilets at start/finish (implied)

Parking and shuttle details: Shuttle buses available for relay runners from finish to relay exchange zone at 9:00 and 9:30

Prizes:
• Monetary prizes for top 10 overall male/female and top 3 in each age category
• Monetary prizes and trophies for top 3 relay teams (male, female, mixed)
• Trophies and monetary prizes for 3 largest teams
• Participation medal for all finishers


Baião

Races

Half Marathon 21,1 km

22 Mar, 2026
10:00
20 

Half Marathon 21,1 km Relay (EACH)

22 Mar, 2026
10:00
16 

Benefits

🎽 Athlete kit: bib number, technical t-shirt, dorsal, water, and sports insurance
🏅 Finisher prize: participation medal and diploma
⏱️ Timing + live results via electronic chip timing managed by official athletics association
🛟 Safety support: medical insurance and on-course safety measures
🥤 Aid stations: water at 5 km, 10 km, 15 km, and finish
🚌 Shuttle transport for relay athletes between finish and relay exchange zone
🏆 Monetary prizes and trophies for individual and team winners


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