RUNSET ALCOBAÇA 2026

  • Sat, July 11, 2026
  • Free — 17 
  • 4 races
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Event summary

Runset Alcobaça 2026 is an urban trail running event taking place on July 11, 2026, in Alcobaça, Portugal. The main race covers approximately 13 km, featuring a mixed trail through urban paths with stairs, elevation changes, and architectural obstacles.

Alongside the main race, there is a Mini Race/Caminhada of about 8 km and a Kids Race, both non-competitive. The event welcomes participants aged 16 and older for the main race and Mini Race, with various age categories for the Kids Race.

The course passes through notable city landmarks such as the Wine Museum, Volunteer Firefighters Museum, City Hall, Jardim do Amor, Castle, and the historic Monastery of Alcobaça, offering a unique urban cultural experience. The event also includes a family-friendly atmosphere with non-competitive races for all ages.

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Start/finish locations: “Panorama”, Pavilhão Multiusos de Alcobaça

Race routes:
• Runset Alcobaça: passes Wine Museum, Volunteer Firefighters Museum, City Hall, Jardim do Amor, Castle, Monastery of Alcobaça, historic city area, other museums and tourist points
• Mini Race: similar urban route with same landmarks
• Kids Race: circuit at start/finish area with laps according to age category

Age categories/divisions:
• Bâmbis: under 6 years
• Benjamins A: 7-9 years
• Benjamins B: 10-11 years
• Infantis: 12-13 years
• Iniciados: 14-15 years
• Mini Race / Caminhada: 16 years and older
• Runset Alcobaça: 16 years and older

Start times per category/distance:
• Bâmbis: 15:00
• Benjamins A: 15:15
• Benjamins B: 15:30
• Infantis: 15:45
• Iniciados: 16:00
• Mini Race / Caminhada: 18:00
• Runset Alcobaça: 21:00

Cut-off times: 2 hours 30 minutes for Runset Alcobaça and Mini Race/Caminhada

Bib pick-up time and location: To be announced on official event Facebook page; Kids Race participants must pick up kit at least one hour before their race

Participants limit:
• Runset Alcobaça: 1000
• Mini Race: 700
• Kids Race: 300

Registration deadline: June 28, 2026

Timing method: Electronic chip timing included in bib

Surface types: Mixed urban trail with stairs and architectural obstacles

Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations with solids and liquids at approximately km 7 for Runset Alcobaça and km 4 for Mini Race

Prizes: Awards for top 3 overall and each age category in Runset Alcobaça and Kids Race; team classification prizes for Runset Alcobaça


Alcobaça, Leiria

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Benefits

🎽 Athlete kit: bib, electronic timing chip, insurance, refreshments, technical T-shirt RS26, RS26 socks, mini meal or snack after race, finisher medal
🏅 Finisher prize: medal for Runset Alcobaça and Kids Race participants
⏱️ Timing + live results by category via chip timing
🥤 Aid stations: solid and liquid refreshments at km 7 (Runset) and km 4 (Mini Race)
🛟 Safety support: medical assistance and ambulances at start/finish and along course
🧳 Kit pick-up at designated location and time announced on official Facebook page


FAQ

How do I register for the event?

Registration is done online at https://stopandgo.net/ between March 15 and June 28, 2026. Payment must be made within 72 hours of registration via Multibanco or MBWay.

Can children participate?

Yes, there is a Kids Race with various age categories and distances. Participation requires a parental responsibility form and a solidarity food donation.

What is the race distance and profile?

The main Runset Alcobaça race is approximately 13 km on an urban trail with stairs and architectural obstacles. There is also an 8 km Mini Race and Kids Race with shorter distances.

Is special equipment required?

Participants in Runset Alcobaça must carry a frontal light (lantern). Kids Race participants must wear the provided event T-shirt during their race.

How do I get my race kit?

Kits are distributed at a location and time announced on the official event Facebook page. Kids Race participants must collect their kit at least one hour before their race start.

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