Sunset Trail Foros de Vale Figueira

  • Sat, May 9, 2026
  • Free — 16 
  • 9 races
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Event summary

Sunset Trail is a trail running and walking event taking place on May 9, 2026, at Herdade do Freixo do Meio in Foros de Vale Figueira, Évora. The event offers three distances: a long trail of approximately 18 km, a short trail of 12 km, and a 6 km walk.

The trails are designed for different levels of runners: the 18 km trail is for experienced runners aged 18 and over, the 12 km trail for active runners aged 16 and over, and the 6 km walk is open to all without competitive character. The courses traverse the Montado Alentejano landscape, providing varied terrain and natural beauty.

The event promotes personal challenge and a healthy lifestyle, with a festive atmosphere including a communal dinner after the race. Awards are given for top finishers in the trail races, and all finishers receive a finisher prize.

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Start/finish locations: Herdade do Freixo do Meio, Foros de Vale Figueira

Start times per category/distance:
• Trail Longo (18 km): 16:45
• Trail Curto (12 km): 16:50
• Caminhada (6 km): 16:55

Bib pick-up time and location:
• May 8, 14:00–18:00 at Centro Cultural Foros de Vale Figueira
• May 9, 13:00–15:45 at Herdade do Freixo do Meio

Participants limit: 500 participants total for all distances

Age categories/divisions:
• Sub 23 F, Sub 23 M (16–22 years)
• Seniores F, Seniores M (23–39 years)
• F40, M40 (40–49 years)
• F50, M50 (50–59 years)
• F60, M60 (60+ years)

Cut-off times:
• Trail Longo (18 km): finish by 19:45
• Trail Curto (12 km): finish by 19:00
• Caminhada (6 km): finish by 19:00

Surface types: Trails through Montado Alentejano terrain

Course format: Marked and balized trails with arrows, ribbons, and volunteers

Race routes:
• Trail Longo (18 km): approx. 18 km with 2 liquid and solid aid stations plus 2 intermediate liquid aid stations
• Trail Curto (12 km): approx. 12 km with 2 aid stations at finish and 1 intermediate liquid aid station
• Caminhada (6 km): approx. 6 km with 1 aid station at finish

Timing method: Electronic chip timing on bib

Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations with liquids and solids at finish and intermediate points as above

Prizes: Awards for top 3 male and female finishers in 12 km and 18 km trails; finisher prize for all finishers; team prize for teams with 3 or more athletes based on top 3 individual results

Registration deadline: May 1, 2026


Montemor-o-Novo, Évora

Races

Trail Run 18 km With dinner

09 May, 2026
16:45
16 

Trail Run 12 km With dinner

09 May, 2026
16:50
14 

Walk 6 km With dinner

09 May, 2026
16:55
12 

Kids Walk 6 km With dinner

09 May, 2026
16:55

Benefits

🎽 Athlete kit: bib, chip (for trail participants), and insurance included
🏅 Finisher prize: finisher prize for all who complete any distance
⏱️ Timing + live results by electronic chip timing
🛟 Safety support: first aid assistance at start, course, and finish; authorized vehicles only
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included with registration
🥤 Aid stations: liquids and solids at finish and intermediate points depending on distance


FAQ

Can children participate?

Children up to 5 years old can participate in the 6 km walk accompanied by a registered guardian who must sign a responsibility waiver.

How do I register?

Registration is done online via www.acorrer.pt with automatic payment references. Registration closes on May 1, 2026, or when the participant limit is reached.

What is the minimum age for the trails?

The 12 km trail requires participants to be at least 16 years old; the 18 km trail requires participants to be at least 18 years old.

What equipment is recommended?

Trail running shoes suitable for terrain, hydration belt or backpack, and water container are advised.

How do I collect my bib and kit?

Bibs and kits can be collected on May 8 from 14:00 to 18:00 at Centro Cultural Foros de Vale Figueira or on race day from 13:00 to 15:45 at Herdade do Freixo do Meio.

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