Urban Mile City of Ovar

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

The 22nd Milha Urbana Cidade de Ovar is a road running race held on May 9, 2026, in Ovar, Portugal. The event features a standard one-mile distance (1609 meters) with additional shorter races for younger categories.

Open to all athletes, including federated and recreational runners, the race welcomes participants of all ages and abilities, including adapted categories. The race is organized by Habitovar – Cooperativa, C.R.L., with support from local athletics associations and authorities.

The course is flat, asphalted, and fully closed to traffic, providing a safe and fast urban environment. The event includes multiple age categories and adapted races, creating a festive and inclusive atmosphere with awards and prizes for individual and team performances.

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Age categories/divisions:
• Minis (2019-2020) Male and Female
• Benjamins A (2017-2018) Male and Female
• Benjamins B (2015-2016) Male and Female
• Infantis (2013-2014) Male and Female
• Iniciados (2011-2012) Male and Female
• Juvenis (2009-2010) Male and Female
• Juniores (2007-2008) Male and Female
• Seniores (2006 to 34 years) Male and Female
• Veteranos I (35 to 49 years) Male and Female
• Veteranos II (50+ years) Male and Female

Start/finish locations: Alameda do Poder Local Cidade de Ovar

Start times per category/distance:
• 14:30 – Veteranos II (1609m)
• 14:40 – Veteranos I (1609m)
• 14:50 – Seniores (1609m)
• 15:00 – Juniores (1609m)
• 15:10 – Juvenis (1609m)
• 15:20 – Iniciados (1609m)
• 15:30 – Milha Nacional ANDDI (1609m)
• 15:40 – Atividade Adaptada e Síndrome de Down ANDDI (500m)
• 16:30 – Infantis (900m)
• 16:40 – Minis (500m)
• 16:50 – Benjamins A (500m)
• 17:00 – Benjamins B (500m)

Bib pick-up time and location:
• May 7 and 8, 9:00–18:00 at Centro Social da Habitovar, Avenida António Sérgio, 425, Ovar
• May 9 from 10:00 at the race venue, Alameda do Poder Local, Ovar

Surface types: Asphalted urban road, flat

Course format: Single lap of 1609 meters (one mile), fully closed to traffic and signposted

Toilets and aid station placement: Showers and changing rooms available at Escola EB2/3 António Dias Simões sports pavilion near the race circuit

Prizes: Monetary prizes for top 3 individual finishers in Juniors, Seniors, and Veterans categories (1st: 100€, 2nd: 60€, 3rd: 40€), trophies and monetary prizes for top 3 teams, symbolic badges for top 3 in each category, T-shirt and souvenir bag for all participants


Ovar, Aveiro

Races

Road Running U 18 1.6 km

09 May, 2026
15:10
Free

Benefits

🎽 Athlete kit: bib and participation T-shirt
🏅 Finisher prize: T-shirt and souvenir bag for all participants
⏱️ Electronic timing with fair classification by category and gender
🛟 Safety support: course controlled by Ovar police and volunteers
🚿 Showers and changing rooms available at nearby sports pavilion
🏆 Monetary prizes and trophies for top individual and team finishers


FAQ

How do I register for the event?

Registrations are made exclusively online via https://lap2go.com until May 3, 2026. For ANDDI categories, registration is by email to milhaurbanaovar@gmail.com.

Can children participate?

Yes, there are multiple youth categories from Minis to Juvenis, with distances ranging from 500m to 900m.

How do I collect my bib and T-shirt?

Bibs and T-shirts can be collected on May 7 and 8 at Centro Social da Habitovar from 9:00 to 18:00, or on race day from 10:00 at the race venue.

What is the race course like?

The course is a flat, asphalted urban circuit of 1609 meters, fully closed to traffic and controlled by police.

Is there a prize for winners?

Yes, monetary prizes are awarded to the top 3 individual finishers in Juniors, Seniors, and Veterans, plus trophies for top teams and symbolic badges for category winners.

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