RAIA TRAIL

  • Mon, June 8, 2026
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Event summary

Trail da Raia is an international trail running event taking place on Saturday, August 8, 2026, in Aldeia do Bispo – Sabugal, Guarda. The event offers multiple race distances: Trail Ultra (45 km), Trail Longo (31 km), Trail Curto (16 km), Trail Mini (11 km), as well as a walking route and a Trail Kids race.

The races are open to participants of various age groups starting from 6 years old for Trail Kids up to adults for the longer distances, with no mention of license requirements. The event is organized as a cross-border competition featuring rugged terrain along rural paths and historic smuggler trails between Portugal and Spain, set at an average altitude of 1,000 meters with significant elevation changes.

Trail da Raia emphasizes eco-responsibility, sustainability, and cultural heritage, creating a unique atmosphere that combines competitive sport with environmental awareness. The event includes multiple race categories and age divisions, with trophies awarded to top finishers and team classifications available.

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Age categories/divisions:
• Trail Ultra: minimum age 20 years
• Trail Longo: minimum age 18 years
• Trail Curto: minimum age 16 years
• Mini-Trail: minimum age 12 years
• Caminhada (walking): minimum age 10 years
• Trail Kids: ages 6 to 11 years

Start/finish locations: Aldeia do Bispo, Sabugal, Guarda, Portugal

Start times per category/distance:
• Trail Ultra and Trail Longo: 08:00
• Trail Curto and Mini-Trail/Caminhada: 08:15
• Trail Kids: 10:30

Cut-off times:
• Trail Ultra: 7h30
• Trail Longo: 6h00
• Other races: 4h00

Registration deadline: August 3, 2026, 23:59 (except Mini-Trail/Caminhada until August 8, 07:30)

Surface types: Rugged natural terrain with obstacles typical of the Serra da Malcata region, rural paths, and smuggler trails

Course format: Point-to-point or looped trails with significant elevation gain

Race routes:
• Trail Ultra: 45 km, +1270 m elevation
• Trail Longo: 31 km, +840 m elevation
• Trail Curto: 16 km, +360 m elevation
• Trail Mini: 11 km, +230 m elevation

Timing method: Electronic chip timing integrated in bib

Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations with liquids and solids approximately every 4 km; no disposable bottles or cups provided, athletes must carry their own containers

Prizes: Trophies for top 3 overall and age categories; medals for finishers; team classification based on best 3 times per team


Sabugal, Guarda

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Benefits

🎽 Athlete kit: technical t-shirt (if registered by August 3, 2026), bib with timing chip
🏅 Finisher prize: finisher medal
⏱️ Timing + live results by category via electronic chip timing
🛟 Safety support: emergency number on bib, Red Cross medical team, ambulances and off-road vehicles for incident support
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included for all registered athletes
🥤 Aid stations: liquid and solid refreshments at regular intervals, athletes must carry their own containers
🚿 Access to cold baths at finish area
🧖 Post-race massage
🧳 Possibility to stay overnight on hard ground
🏆 Trophies for top 3 finishers in overall and age categories, team awards


FAQ

How do I register for the event?

Registration is mandatory online with payment by Visa card or Multibanco reference. Registration closes on August 3, 2026, except for Mini-Trail/Caminhada which closes on August 8, 2026, at 07:30.

What are the minimum age requirements for participation?

Minimum ages vary by race: Trail Ultra 20 years, Trail Longo 18 years, Trail Curto 16 years, Mini-Trail 12 years, Caminhada 10 years, Trail Kids 6 to 11 years.

How do I get my race bib?

Bibs can be picked up on August 7 from 17:00 to 20:00 at Casa do Entrudo and on race day from 06:45 to 07:30 at the start location.

Is there a time limit for finishing the races?

Yes, Trail Ultra has a 7h30 limit, Trail Longo 6h00, and other races 4h00.

What mandatory equipment must I carry?

Mandatory items include bib worn visibly, liquid container, operational mobile phone, thermal blanket, whistle, elastic bandage or ligature, waterproof/windbreaker, and cap depending on race distance.

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