GREAT TRAIL FISGAS DE ERMELO

  • Sat, Apr 18 - Sun, Apr 19, 2026
  • Free — 24 
  • 5 races
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Event summary

The Grande Trail Fisgas de Ermelo is a trail running event taking place on April 18 and 19, 2026, in Mondim de Basto, Portugal. It features competitive races including a Long Trail (approx. 33 km), Short Trail (approx. 23 km), and Uphill (approx. 7 km), as well as non-competitive events such as a 10 km walk and kids’ races.

The event is open to participants aged 18 and over for the competitive races, and from 12 years old for the walk. The courses traverse the scenic Serra do Alvão, including a climb to Alto da Senhora da Graça at 947 meters altitude, offering challenging elevation gains up to 1750 meters.

The race atmosphere is competitive and demanding, with safety and environmental responsibility emphasized. The event also includes ExpoFisgas, a sports equipment exhibition, and kids’ activities, making it suitable for families and athletes alike.

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Age categories/divisions:
• Trail Longo, Trail Curto, Uphill: minimum 18 years
• Caminhada (Walk): from 12 years

Start/finish locations: Start at Aldeia de Ermelo, finish at Praça do Município – Mondim de Basto

Start times per category/distance:
• Trail Longo: 09:00
• Trail Curto: 09:30
• Caminhada: 09:35
• Uphill: 16:00
• Fisgas Kids: 16:20

Cut-off times:
• Trail Longo: 6h00
• Trail Curto: 5h00
• Uphill: 1h30
• Caminhada: 2h30

Bib pick-up time and location:
• April 18: 10:00–12:30 and 14:00–19:00
• April 19: 06:30–08:30
• Location: Mercado Municipal de Mondim de Basto

Participants limit:
• Trail Longo: 300
• Trail Curto: 500
• Uphill: 100
• Caminhada: 300

Surface types: Paths, trails, levadas, rivers, forest roads, and paved roads

Course format: Linear courses

Race routes:
• Trail Longo: approx. 33 km, 1750 m elevation gain
• Trail Curto: approx. 23 km, 1200 m elevation gain
• Uphill: approx. 7 km, 800 m elevation gain
• Caminhada: approx. 10 km, 550 m elevation gain

Timing method: Chip timing placed on the shoe, mandatory

Toilets and aid station placement:
• Aid stations with solids and liquids at specified points on each course
• No cups provided at aid stations

Parking and shuttle details:
• Free transport for registered participants from Mondim de Basto to start line in Ermelo
• Shuttle times vary by event starting times

Prizes: Trophies for top 3 men and women in Uphill; multiple age categories and team awards for Trail Longo and Trail Curto; kids’ event non-competitive


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Benefits

🎽 Athlete kit: personalized bib, official event t-shirt, souvenirs
🏅 Finisher prize: finisher award for all competitive races
🥤 Aid stations: solid and liquid refreshments at multiple points
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident and civil liability insurance included
🚿 Showers available at Municipal Stadium, Pavilion, and School Center in Mondim de Basto
🚌 Free transport for participants from Mondim de Basto to start line in Ermelo and return transport for those who abandon or are stopped
🏆 Trophies for top finishers in individual and team categories


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