Freedom Trail 2026
Event summary
Trail da Liberdade 2026 is a trail running event taking place on April 25, 2026, in Lamego, Portugal. The main trail race covers a distance of 14 km, with additional events including a 5 km walk and kids’ races ranging from 500 m to 1200 m.
The event is open to participants from juniors to over 65 years old, with categories for men and women across various age groups. It is part of the Circuito Lamecum Trail 2026, linking it to a series of challenging trail races.
The race offers a festive atmosphere with medal awards and a communal snack after the finish. Shuttle transfers are provided between key locations, and there are limited changing facilities available at the football field. The event also includes a kids’ trail with medals for all participants and trophies for the top three finishers.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Trail: 18-29 (Sub 30), 30-39 (Seniores), 40-44 (M 40/F 40), 45-49 (M 45/F 45), 50-54 (M 50/F 50), 55-59 (M 55/F 55), 60-64 (M 60/F 60), 65+ (M 65/F 65)
• Kids Trail: Escalão A (2020-2018), Escalão B (2017-2016), Escalão C (2015-2014), Escalão D (2013-2011)
Start/finish locations: Avenida Dr. Alfredo de Sousa (Trail), Freguesia de Ferreiros (Coreto) (Walk), Campo de Futebol Avões (Kids)
Start times per category/distance:
• Trail 14 km: 15:00
• Walk 5 km: 15:20
• Kids 500 m: 15:40
• Kids 800 m: 15:45
• Kids 1200 m: 15:50
Bib pick-up time and location:
• April 24, 14:00–19:00
• April 25, 11:00–14:45
• Location: Piscinas Municipais de Lamego
Participants limit:
• Trail: 150
• Walk: 50
• Kids: 50
Registration deadline: April 21, 2026
Surface types: Trail running terrain
Course format: Single trail race of 14 km
Race routes: Trail 14 km, Walk 5 km, Kids races 500 m, 800 m, 1200 m
Timing method: Electronic chip timing with real-time tracking
Toilets and aid station placement: Limited changing rooms at Campo de Futebol Avões; aid stations with solid and liquid supplies
Parking and shuttle details: Shuttle service between Campo de Futebol Avões, Ferreiros, and Avenida Dr. Alfredo de Sousa at scheduled times
Prizes: Medals for all finishers; trophies for top three in kids categories; prizes for top three in trail age groups; team awards for largest and best teams
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Trail Run 14 km
Walk 5 km
Kids
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: official event t-shirt, bib number
🏅 Finisher prize: medal for all finishers
⏱️ Timing + live results via chip timing system
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included
🥤 Aid stations: solid and liquid refreshments
🚿 Showers and changing rooms available (limited capacity)
🚌 Shuttle transfers between key locations
🏆 Trophies for top three finishers in trail and kids categories