MessengerXXIV 12km Salvaterra de Magos
Event summary
The XXIV 12km Salvaterra de Magos, organized by ACS – Amigos da Corrida de Salvaterra, is a road running event scheduled for March 22, 2026, starting at 10:00 AM in Largo dos Combatentes, Salvaterra de Magos. The event offers several distances including a 12km main race, a 6th Mini-Corrida of 5km, and a 5km walking event “Mexa-se por nós.”
This race is open to all participants aged 18 and above for the 12km race, 15 and above for the 5km Mini-Corrida, and open to all ages for the walking event. It provides a festive and community-oriented atmosphere with multiple race options, including individual and team competitions, making it suitable for a wide range of runners and walkers.
The courses feature routes through the streets of Salvaterra de Magos, including scenic stretches along the Vala and river Tejo for the walking event. The event also includes trophies for various categories such as overall winners, veterans, and teams, contributing to a competitive yet inclusive environment.
Add to your Events
Add to your plan and stay organized for upcoming events.
Plan itInformation
Regulation link ↗
Age categories/divisions:
• 12km race: Juniors/Seniors (18–34 years), Veterans I to VIII (35+ years by 5-year increments)
• Mini-Corrida 5km: Open to participants 15 years and older
• Walking 5km: Open to all ages
Start/finish locations: Largo dos Combatentes, Salvaterra de Magos
Start times per category/distance:
• 12km race: 10:00
• Mini-Corrida 5km: 10:00
• Walking 5km: 10:15
Bib pick-up time and location:
• March 21, 15:00–18:00 at Pavilhão Gimnodesportivo Inatel
• March 22, 08:00–10:00 at Pavilhão Gimnodesportivo Inatel
Surface types: Asphalt roads through urban and semi-urban areas
Course format: Out and back for all distances
Race routes:
• 12km: Largo dos Combatentes, Avenida Dr. Roberto Ferreira da Fonseca, Largo do Rossio, Ladeira da Capela Real, return near Palhota, finishing at Largo dos Combatentes
• 5km Mini-Corrida: Same as 12km route until 3.5km return point
• 5km Walk: Largo dos Combatentes, Av. Dr. Roberto Ferreira da Fonseca, Vala Real, Bico da Goiva with return along river Tejo
Timing method: Chip timing for Corrida 12km only
Toilets and aid station placement:
• Aid stations with water at 4km, 9km, and finish for 12km
• Water at finish for 5km Mini-Corrida
Prizes:
• 12km: Trophies for top 10 Juniors/Seniors, top 3 Veterans, top 5 teams, overall winners, and oldest finisher
• 5km Mini-Corrida: Trophies for top 3 male and female finishers
Location
get directionsRaces
Road Running 12 km
Road Running 5 km
Walking 5 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib number, chip (12km only), technical t-shirt, water, energy bar, fruit at finish, and other gifts
🏅 Finisher prize: medal for 12km race finishers
⏱️ Timing: chip timing available for 12km race
🛟 Safety support: event insured with personal accident coverage
🥤 Aid stations: water at multiple points for 12km and at finish for 5km
🚿 Hot showers available at municipal pavilion and pools
🧳 Bag storage available near start area
🏆 Trophies awarded for top finishers and teams across categories
