MessengerGreat Prize of Athletics of Albergaria
Event summary
The 42nd Grande Prémio de Atletismo de Albergaria-a-Velha is a classic and respected road running event taking place on June 10, 2026, in Albergaria-a-Velha, Portugal. The race offers multiple distances including 600m, 900m, 1500m, 2400m, and 10,000m, catering to a wide range of age categories from children to veterans.
The event is open to athletes registered with any national association, popular organizations, or schools, with foreign athletes participating by invitation only. It features individual and team classifications, with monetary prizes for top finishers and trophies for various categories, making it a competitive and inclusive race.
Participants will experience a well-organized race with electronic timing chips, public order support, and a festive atmosphere including refreshments and t-shirts for finishers, ensuring a rewarding experience for all ages and levels.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Sub14 (Infantis) M/F (12-13 years, 1500m)
• Sub16 (Iniciados) and Sub18 (14-17 years, 2400m)
• Sub20 (18-19 years, 2400m)
• Sub12 (Benjamins B) M/F (10-11 years, 900m)
• Sub10 (Benjamins A) M/F (up to 9 years, 600m)
• Sub23 and Seniors (10,000m)
• Veterans F and M (40+ years, 10,000m)
Start/finish locations: Alameda 5 de Outubro 4a, 3850-005 Albergaria-a-Velha, Portugal
Start times per category/distance:
• 09:00 Sub14 (Infantis) 1500m
• 09:15 Sub16 and Sub18 2400m
• 09:40 Sub20 2400m
• 10:00 Sub12 (Benjamins B) 900m
• 10:20 Sub10 (Benjamins A) 600m
• 10:30 Sub23, Seniors, Veterans F and M 10,000m
Bib pick-up time and location: From 08:00 at Cine Teatro Alba, up to 30 minutes before each race
Participants limit: 300 (club guarantees refreshments and t-shirts up to this number)
Surface types: Road running on city streets
Course format: Single loop courses for each distance within Albergaria-a-Velha
Race routes: Detailed maps provided in the regulation document
Timing method: Electronic chip timing inserted in bib, no chip return required
Toilets and aid station placement: Water and food offered at finish line
Prizes: Monetary prizes for top 5 Juniors, Seniors, and Veterans; trophies for individual and team classifications
Location
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Road Running 10 km
Walk 10 km
Kids
Youth
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib with integrated timing chip
🏅 Finisher prize: t-shirt, water, and food offered at the finish line (up to 300 registrations)
⏱️ Electronic chip timing with individual and team classifications
🛟 Safety support: public order forces (GNR) to manage traffic and ensure safety
🛡️ Insurance: coverage provided for non-federated participants
🥤 Aid stations: water and food at the finish line
🏆 Monetary prizes and trophies for individual and team winners
