IV TRAILS CASTRO DE SANTIAGO - SUNSET EDITION

  • Sat, July 11, 2026
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Event summary

The IV Trilhos Castro de Santiago – Sunset Edition is a trail running event taking place on July 11, 2026, in Figueiró da Granja – Fornos de Algodres. It features a long trail of approximately 21 km with 850 meters of elevation gain, a short trail of about 14 km with 450 meters of elevation gain, a mini trail, and a recreational walk of around 10 km with 300 meters of elevation gain.

The event is open to all participants aged 18 and over for the long and short trails, with younger participants aged 11 to 14 allowed in the mini trail with legal guardian authorization. It is part of the Circuito de Trail da Beira Alta – VI(r)VER BEIRA ALTA and serves as its 5th stage, attracting athletes from various locations to share the trail running experience in the region.

The race courses run predominantly on trails, rural paths, dirt roads, and streams surrounding adjacent villages, offering a natural and challenging environment. The event includes a sunset start time and a festive atmosphere with a dinner following the races and prize ceremonies.

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Start/finish locations: Campo de Futebol de Figueiró da Granja, local do evento

Start times per category/distance:
• Trail Longo: 17:30
• Trail Curto: 17:45
• Mini Trail and Caminhada: 17:50

Cut-off times:
• Trail Longo (21 km): 4 hours
• Trail Curto (14 km): 3 hours

Bib pick-up time and location: Up to 30 minutes before the start of each race; if absent, kit can be claimed within 7 days at AVCAT headquarters

Registration deadline: July 7, 2026

Surface types: Predominantly trails, rural paths, dirt roads, and streams

Course format: Trail running courses with marked routes using ribbons, printed arrows, and organizational staff

Race routes:
• Trail Longo: approx. 21 km, 850 m elevation gain
• Trail Curto: approx. 14 km, 450 m elevation gain
• Mini Trail and Caminhada: approx. 10 km, 300 m elevation gain

Timing method: Electronic timing system with live provisional results on “Acorrer” platform

Toilets and aid station placement:
• Two aid stations on Trail Longo
• One aid station on Trail Curto, Mini Trail, and Caminhada

Prizes:
• Trophies for top 3 overall male/female in Longo, Curto, and Mini Trail
• Diplomas for 4th and 5th overall in Longo and Curto
• Medals for top 3 in each age category in Longo, Curto, and Mini Trail (Circuito Jovem participants only)


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Benefits

🎽 Athlete kit: bib number
🏅 Finisher prize: finisher gift and event-related gift for all participants; trophies and medals for classified athletes
⏱️ Electronic timing with live provisional results on the Acorrer platform
🥤 Aid stations with solid and liquid supplies on course
🛡️ Insurance included with registration


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