MAIAS TRAIL
Event summary
Trail das Maias is a trail running event taking place on May 17, 2026, in Cadaval, Vila Real, Portugal. It offers two distances: a 13 km trail run and a 7 km walk.
The event is open to all participants aged 15 and older for the trail run, with younger participants allowed with written parental authorization. The walk has no minimum age limit. The race highlights the natural beauty, historical heritage, and spring landscapes of the Cadaval region, including trails along the Rio Tinhela and landmarks such as the Roman Road and Moorish Castle.
Trail das Maias promotes physical activity in nature, community spirit, and environmental respect, providing a unique experience combining sport, nature, and culture.
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Start/finish locations: Sede Grupo Desportivo Cultural e Recreativo do Cadaval, Rua Campo de Futebol, 5090-051 Cadaval
Start times per category/distance:
• Trail 13 KM: 9h30
• Caminhada 7 KM: 9h40
Registration deadline: 10/05/2026 at 00:00h
Surface types: Trail running on natural trails with historical and natural landmarks
Race routes:
• Trail 13 km with 538 m elevation gain
• Caminhada 7 km with 196 m elevation gain
Timing method: Chip timing system (10 km trail)
Toilets and aid station placement:
• Trail 13 km: two liquid aid stations at 5 km and 11 km, solid food at finish
• Caminhada 7 km: liquid aid station at 5 km, solid food at finish
Bib pick-up time and location: May 17, 2026, from 8:30 to 9:20 at Rua Campo de Futebol, 5090-051 Cadaval
Prizes:
• Trophies for top 3 overall
• Medals for top 3 in each age category (male and female)
• Award for largest team
• Award for best classified from Murça
• Award for oldest participant
Location
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Trail Run 13 km
Walk 7 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: unisex technical t-shirt, bib, chip timing system (trail), insurance, finisher medal (trail), sponsor gifts
🏅 Finisher prize: medal for top finishers and age categories
⏱️ Timing + live results by chip timing system for trail
🛟 Safety support: medical support during event, traffic control by GNR
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included
🥤 Aid stations: liquid aid at 5 km and 11 km for trail, liquid aid at 5 km for walk, solid food at finish
🧖 Massage, post-race meals: lunch included for all participants
