Trail Friends of the Mountain

The 9th São Macário Ultra Trail is a trail running event taking place on November 14 and 15, 2026, in São Pedro do Sul, Portugal. This event offers four distances: Ultra Trail (51 km with 4124m elevation gain), Trail (31 km, 2109m), Trail Sprint (21 km, 1247m), and Mini-Trail/Walk (11 km, 487m), catering to a wide range of trail runners and walkers.

Open to all athletes aged 18 and above for Ultra Trail, Trail, and Trail Sprint, and from 14 years for the Mini-Trail/Walk, the race features courses through the beautiful Serra da Arada, São Macário, with medium to high difficulty and technical terrain including dirt, stones, and some paved sections. The event emphasizes safety and fair play in a natural environment, with time limits and checkpoints ensuring a competitive and secure race.

The atmosphere is challenging yet supportive, with diverse distances allowing both elite athletes and recreational participants to enjoy the scenic mountain trails. The event includes team categories and awards for the largest and best-scoring teams, fostering a community spirit. The event also provides aid stations, safety support, and logistical services to enhance the race experience.

The Trail do Marco 2026 is a trail running event taking place on November 8, 2026, in Marco de Canaveses, Portugal. It features three competitive races and a non-competitive walk, with distances of 50 km (Ultra Trail), 31 km (Trail Longo), 17 km (Trail Sprint), and a 12 km walk.

The event is open to athletes aged 18 and over, requiring no license but demanding high physical condition due to the challenging terrain and possible sudden weather changes. It is part of the ATRP National Circuit and Porto Trail Series (subject to annual confirmation).

All routes start and finish near the Marco de Canaveses City Hall, offering a competitive atmosphere with monetary prizes for winners and trophies for top finishers in various age categories, including team awards. The event also includes a non-competitive walk, making it accessible for a broader audience.

The Porto Marathon 2026 is one of Portugal’s most iconic road running events and returns on November 8, 2026. The race starts near SEA LIFE Porto and finishes at the Queimódromo, next to Parque da Cidade.

Known for its fast and mostly flat course along Porto’s Atlantic coastline, the event attracts thousands of national and international runners every year. With several race distances available, it caters to different levels of fitness, from experienced marathoners to those looking for a relaxed, non-competitive walk.

The 5th Trail Demônios do Lizandro is a trail running event taking place on November 6 and 7, 2026, in Santa Susana – São João das Lampas, Sintra municipality. It features a variety of race distances including Trail Endurance (100 km), Ultra Trail (50 km), Trail Longo (30 km), Trail Sprint (20 km), Mini Trail (12 km), and a 12 km walking event. This event is open to all athletes aged 18 and above for competitive races, with younger participants allowed in the walking event with authorization, making it inclusive for a wide range of trail runners and walkers.

Certified by ITRA and counting towards the UTMB index, the race is also part of the ATRP circuit and the Lisbon Athletics Association regional circuit. Participants will experience the unique trails of the region, known for their natural beauty and challenging terrain. The event’s festive atmosphere combines serious competition with community spirit, offering a well-organized experience for both elite and amateur athletes.

The event logistics are centralized at the Sociedade Recreativa de Santa Susana e Pobral, providing a unified hub for secretariat, start/finish lines, and facilities. While mainly individual competitions, the event includes team classifications and awards, adding a team dimension to the race.