Thermal Trails

The 9th Trail Noturno de São Pedro do Sul – Srª da Guia Trail is a night trail running event taking place on April 4, 2026, in Santa Cruz da Trapa, São Pedro do Sul, Portugal. The event features two races: a 16 km trail with 500 meters of positive elevation gain and a 12 km walk with 250 meters of elevation gain.

The trail race is of medium difficulty and requires adequate preparation, while the walk is easier and suitable for participants aged 10 and above. The event is open to both sexes, with the trail open to participants aged 16 and older. The race starts at Largo do Calvário and finishes at Escola Secundária de Santa Cruz da Trapa, where showers and refreshments are provided.

The race course includes varied terrain such as dirt, tree branches, stones, some asphalt, and cobblestones. The event emphasizes fair play and environmental respect, with mandatory equipment for safety. Awards include monetary prizes for the top three overall male and female trail finishers and trophies for age group winners, plus a prize for the largest team.

The Figueira Ultra Trail 2026 is a trail running event taking place on April 4, 2026, in Buarcos/Figueira da Foz, Portugal. It features multiple distances: 12 km Mini Trail and Walk, 18 km Trail Sprint, 31 km Trail Long, and 47 km Ultra Trail.

The 47 km Ultra Trail is part of the National Ultra Trail Championship and the event is open to athletes meeting the Portuguese Athletics Federation competition requirements. The courses traverse the north and west slopes of Serra da Boa Viagem, including tracks, single-tracks, agricultural paths, and minimal paved roads.

The event offers a competitive atmosphere with timed races, electronic chip timing, and podium awards across various age categories and team classifications.

The 9th Night Trail of São Pedro do Sul – Srª da Guia Trail is a trail running event scheduled for April 4, 2026, in Santa Cruz da Trapa, São Pedro do Sul, Portugal. It features two races: a 16 km trail with 500 meters of positive elevation gain and a 12 km walk with 250 meters of elevation gain.

The trail race is of medium difficulty and requires adequate preparation, while the walk is easier and suitable for participants aged 10 and above. The event is open to both sexes, with the trail open to participants aged 16 and older. The race starts at Largo do Calvário and finishes at Escola Secundária de Santa Cruz da Trapa, where showers and final refreshments are provided.

The event offers monetary prizes for the top three male and female finishers in the trail race, trophies for age group winners, and a prize for the largest team. The race atmosphere is competitive with a focus on endurance and respect for the natural environment.

The IV Gião Bike Challenge by AJ Carvalho 2026 is a mountain bike race taking place on April 4, 2026, in Gião, Vila do Conde, Portugal. It offers two challenging distances: the Gião Extreme Challenge of approximately 140 km with around 3500 meters of elevation gain and a time limit of 13 hours, and the Gião Race Challenge of approximately 70 km with about 1800 meters of elevation gain and an 8-hour time limit. Both routes are navigated exclusively by GPS, making the race a true test of navigation skills and endurance.

This event is open to individuals and pairs aged 18 and above, emphasizing personal autonomy and preparedness. The race features a rugged terrain mainly consisting of trails, paths, and unpaved roads, crossing public roads and rural properties, which requires attention and respect for safety rules. The race has a competitive spirit with various categories including elite, age groups, e-bikes, and teams, with awards for top finishers in each category. The atmosphere combines extreme endurance sport with a convivial final gathering, embracing technology and adventure.

In parallel, there is a solidarity walk of about 8 km and a bike gincana for children, making the event inclusive for families and different participant profiles. The race’s use of GPS tracking instead of physical markings enhances safety and the challenge, distinguishing it as an innovative endurance mountain bike event.