LINCES TRAIL by GoldEnergy 2026

The Trail do Marco 2026 is a trail running event taking place on November 8, 2026, in Marco de Canaveses, Portugal. It features three competitive races and a non-competitive walk, with distances of 50 km (Ultra Trail), 31 km (Trail Longo), 17 km (Trail Sprint), and a 12 km walk.

The event is open to athletes aged 18 and over, requiring no license but demanding high physical condition due to the challenging terrain and possible sudden weather changes. It is part of the ATRP National Circuit and Porto Trail Series (subject to annual confirmation).

All routes start and finish near the Marco de Canaveses City Hall, offering a competitive atmosphere with monetary prizes for winners and trophies for top finishers in various age categories, including team awards. The event also includes a non-competitive walk, making it accessible for a broader audience.

The Porto Marathon 2026 is one of Portugal’s most iconic road running events and returns on November 8, 2026. The race starts near SEA LIFE Porto and finishes at the Queimódromo, next to Parque da Cidade.

Known for its fast and mostly flat course along Porto’s Atlantic coastline, the event attracts thousands of national and international runners every year. With several race distances available, it caters to different levels of fitness, from experienced marathoners to those looking for a relaxed, non-competitive walk.

The 5th Trail Demônios do Lizandro is a trail running event taking place on November 6 and 7, 2026, in Santa Susana – São João das Lampas, Sintra municipality. It features a variety of race distances including Trail Endurance (100 km), Ultra Trail (50 km), Trail Longo (30 km), Trail Sprint (20 km), Mini Trail (12 km), and a 12 km walking event. This event is open to all athletes aged 18 and above for competitive races, with younger participants allowed in the walking event with authorization, making it inclusive for a wide range of trail runners and walkers.

Certified by ITRA and counting towards the UTMB index, the race is also part of the ATRP circuit and the Lisbon Athletics Association regional circuit. Participants will experience the unique trails of the region, known for their natural beauty and challenging terrain. The event’s festive atmosphere combines serious competition with community spirit, offering a well-organized experience for both elite and amateur athletes.

The event logistics are centralized at the Sociedade Recreativa de Santa Susana e Pobral, providing a unified hub for secretariat, start/finish lines, and facilities. While mainly individual competitions, the event includes team classifications and awards, adding a team dimension to the race.

The GRIFO24h is a 24-hour endurance running event taking place on November 14-15, 2026, at the Unidade de Intervenção da GNR in Pontinha, Lisbon. The event includes multiple races: 24 hours, 12 hours, 3 hours, and a Night Marathon, all designed to test physical and mental resilience.

Open to individuals and teams, the event welcomes participants aged 18 and over for most races, with the 3-hour race allowing minors accompanied by an adult. It is part of the national 24-hour endurance running circuit for 2026, alongside two other events.

The race course is a certified 2.235 km closed loop inside the GNR barracks, featuring mostly asphalt and some dirt surfaces. The event promotes camaraderie, strategy, and health culture, with a solidarity component supporting vulnerable families through food donations.