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Event summary
The Grande Trail da Serra D’Arga is a trail running event scheduled for October 2-4, 2026, in the Serra d’Arga region, with race starts in Caminha, Dem, and São Lourenço da Montaria.
It offers multiple distances: an ultra 100 km race with 4594 m ascent, a 50 km trail with 2500 m ascent, a 31 km, a 17 km, and a 15 km trail race, plus a 12 km walk and a kids’ trail with distances from 250 m up to 2100 m. The event welcomes all adult participants over 18 years old and includes categories for youth and adults, with team classifications as well.
The races feature demanding mountain terrain with large elevation gains, technical trails, and picturesque landscapes including historic villages, waterfalls, and rivers. The atmosphere combines competitive spirit with cultural experiences such as folklore performances, making it a unique and festive mountain trail event for all levels, including family-friendly kids’ events.
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Age categories/divisions:
• 18 years and older for competitive races
• Kids races: 6 years and under (250 m), 7-10 years (750 m), 11-13 years (1500 m), 14-16 years (2100 m)
Start/finish locations:
• GTSA 100 km start: Caminha
• GTSA 50 km and 15 km start: Dem
• GTSA 31 km, 17 km, 12 km walk, and Kids start: São Lourenço da Montaria
Start times per category/distance:
• GTSA 100 km: October 2, 22:00
• GTSA 50 km and 15 km: October 3, 08:00
• GTSA 31 km: October 4, 09:00
• GTSA 17 km and 12 km walk: October 4, 09:30
• GTSA Kids: October 4, 12:30
Cut-off times:
• GTSA 100 km: 24 hours with intermediate time barriers
• GTSA 50 km: 14 hours
• GTSA 31 km, 17 km, 15 km: no cut-off time
Bib pick-up time and location:
• October 2, 17:00-22:00 at Praça do Conselheiro Silva Torres, Caminha
• October 3, 06:30-08:00 and 15:00-19:00 near Igreja Paroquial de Dem
• October 4, 07:00-09:30 at São Lourenço da Montaria (start line)
Surface types: Mountain trails with technical and high-altitude terrain
Course format: Point-to-point and circular courses depending on distance
Race routes:
• GTSA 100 km: Caminha to Dem via mountain villages
• GTSA 50 km and 15 km: starting and finishing in Dem
• GTSA 31 km, 17 km, 12 km walk, and Kids races: circular routes from São Lourenço da Montaria
Timing method: Electronic chip timing
Toilets and aid station placement:
• Several aid stations with liquids and food on all courses
Parking and shuttle details:
• Shuttle available for 100 km participants from Dem to Caminha on October 2 by request
Drop bag policy:
• Drop bags allowed for 100 km race at Base de Vida
Prizes:
• Trophies for top 3 overall and age categories
• Finisher medals
Location
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Trail Run 100 km
Trail Run 50 km
Trail Run 15 km
Trail Run 31 km
Trail Run 17 km
Walking 12 km
Kids Race
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: includes bib number, race offers, and insurance
🏅 Finisher prize: medal and post-race meal
⏱️ Timing: electronic chip timing with live results
🛟 Safety support: emergency teams, medical aid, and organized checkpoints
🛡️ Insurance: included personal accident coverage
🥤 Aid stations: multiple hydration and food points without plastic cups
🚿 Showers and post-race baths available
🧳 Drop bag service for 100 km participants
📸 Event photography and media coverage
🚌 Shuttle service available for 100 km transfer
🧖 Post-race meal provided
🏆 Podium trophies for overall and age categories
