The 2nd Edition Trail Capital do Arinto is a trail running event taking place on April 12, 2026, in Bucelas, Portugal. It offers multiple distances including an Ultra Trail of 46 km, a Long Trail of 30 km, a Short Trail of 17 km, a Mini Trail of 10 km, and a 10 km Walk. This event is open to all participants and is part of the Circuito de Trail Ultra AAL, Circuito Nacional de Trail Ultra ATRP, Circuito de Trail Longo AAL, and Circuito Nacional de Trail ATRP, providing competitive opportunities across various race series.
The race courses traverse the beautiful natural and cultural heritage zones of Bucelas, a region renowned for its vineyards and historic significance as the “Capital do Arinto” wine area. The routes are designed to highlight the local landscape and geological and cultural assets, combining sport with regional promotion. The event atmosphere balances competitive spirit with community and environmental respect, emphasizing safety and sportsmanship.
Race day includes staggered start times for the different trail distances and the walk, with mandatory equipment checks ensuring athlete safety and autonomy along the course. The event awards prizes to the top three overall finishers by gender, the best in each age category, and the top three teams, enhancing the competitive appeal.
The Ameal Trail – Meivcore 2026 is a trail running event scheduled for April 12, 2026, in Coimbra, Portugal. It features several race distances, including a 17 km trail, a 12 km mini trail, a 10 km walk, and a kids’ trail with distances adjusted by age group, making it inclusive for a wide range of participants.
The event is open to athletes of any nationality and sex, with specific age categories defined for classifications and awards, including youth starting from 3 years old in the kids’ races to seniors and veterans in the main trail events. Notably, the 17 km trail is part of the Coimbra District Trail Running Circuit (ADAC), highlighting its competitive significance.
The courses predominantly run through technical trails and tracks around the village of Ameal, offering challenging terrain with significant elevation gains (763 m for the 17 km trail and 567 m for the 12 km trail). The atmosphere is community-oriented and family-friendly, featuring a kids’ event with multiple short distances and award ceremonies, fostering a festive and inclusive environment.
The Salto Nature Trail is a trail running event scheduled for April 12, 2026, at Parque Natural da Senhora do Salto in Aguiar de Sousa – Paredes, Portugal. It features multiple race distances including a Long Trail of 22 km, a Short Trail of 13 km, and a 9 km Walk, with an additional Trail Kids race subject to confirmation.
This event is open to participants aged 16 and above for the shorter trail, 18 and above for the long trail, and with no age limit for the walk, welcoming both competitive runners and recreational walkers. The trails traverse rural, forested, agricultural, and residential areas around the natural park, offering a scenic and varied terrain with positive elevation gains of 900 m for the long trail and 400 m for the short trail.
The race atmosphere is community-oriented and competitive, with individual and team classifications for the trail races, trophies awarded for overall and age group winners, and a ceremony for prize-giving. The event also promotes environmental respect and self-sufficiency among participants, ensuring a respectful and challenging race experience.
The 10th Trail Rota do Bolinhol is a trail running event taking place on April 12, 2026, in Vizela, Portugal. It features two race distances: a Mini Trail of 14 km and a Trail Sprint of 21 km, both starting and finishing at Praça da República.
The event is open to participants aged 18 and over, with a special provision allowing 16- and 17-year-olds to participate in the Mini Trail with parental authorization. It is part of the official calendar and scores for the Regional Trail Championship organized by the Associação de Atletismo de Braga.
The Mini Trail is of medium difficulty with some uphill sections, while the Trail Sprint is more challenging, requiring greater physical preparation. The race atmosphere is competitive and organized with support from local authorities and athletics associations.
The VII Trail Bombeiros de Mêda is a trail running event organized by the Associação Humanitária dos Bombeiros Voluntários de Mêda, taking place on April 12, 2026, in Mêda, Guarda, Portugal. It features multiple distances including a Long Trail (~24 km), a Short Trail (~17 km), a Mini Trail (~12 km), and a recreational walk (~12 km).
This event is open to all participants aged 18 and above for the long and short trails, with younger participants aged 11 to 14 allowed in the Mini Trail with parental consent. It is part of the Circuito de Trail da Beira Alta 2026, serving as the 3rd stage of the series.
The trails predominantly run through natural terrain such as trails, rural paths, dirt roads, and streams around nearby villages, offering a challenging mountain environment with significant elevation changes. The event promotes sports practice in the region and encourages sharing the trail running experience among athletes from various locations.
The II Trail ‘Entre os Moinhos e a Serra’ is a trail running event taking place on April 12, 2026, in Peva, Moimenta da Beira, Viseu. It offers three distances: a 22 km Trail Curto, a 12 km Mini Trail, and a 10 km Caminhada (walk).
The event is open to participants aged 18 and over for the trail races, with younger participants allowed if they turn 18 by the end of 2026. The walk has no age restrictions but requires minors to be accompanied by a legal guardian. The race promotes the local historical, cultural, and environmental heritage through physical activity and tourism.
Participants will experience marked routes with solid and liquid aid stations, and the event includes safety and medical support. The atmosphere is community-oriented, supported by local organizations and municipalities, with a focus on ethical sportsmanship and environmental respect.
The 5th Trail and Walk “Rota do Cabeço de São Tiago” will take place on April 12, 2026, in Escurquela, Sernancelhe. This event offers three distances: a 15 km trail, a 10 km mini trail, and a 7 km walk, catering to a wide range of participants from 5 to 80 years old.
Open to all participants who meet the physical requirements, the event promotes physical activity in a natural environment while showcasing the local customs and landscapes of Escurquela. The race features marked rural trails and paths with varying difficulty levels, from accessible walking routes to challenging trail runs.
The event atmosphere is community-oriented and inclusive, with safety support, electronic timing, and awards for various age categories. Participants can also enjoy a post-race meal and the opportunity to explore the scenic surroundings.
Trail do Texugo 2026 is a trail running event taking place on April 12, 2026, in Redondo, Portugal. The race offers four distances: Trail Ultra (46 km), Trail Longo (30 km), Trail Sprint/Jovem (15 km), and an initiation trail of 10 km.
The event is open to participants meeting age and health requirements, with minimum ages ranging from no minimum for the initiation trail (recommended 14+) to 20 years for the longest distances. The race is organized by the Secção de Trail Running do Núcleo Andebol de Redondo and promotes tourism and environmental awareness in the Serra D’Ossa region.
The courses feature natural trails, forest roads, singletracks, streams, and historical sites, with significant elevation gains. The atmosphere encourages respect for nature and fair play, with a non-competitive initiation trail option for newcomers.
The XII Trail Santa Luzia is a trail running event that will take place on April 12, 2026, in Viana do Castelo, Portugal. The race offers multiple distances including a Long Trail of approximately 31 km, a Sprint Trail of 18 km, a Mini Trail of 15 km, and a 10 km walk, catering to a wide range of trail running enthusiasts and walkers.
This event is open to all athletes who meet the physical requirements, with the minimum age being 18 years for most races and 15 years for the Mini Trail and walk. It is part of the National Trail Circuit (ATRP), allowing participants to score points in the Trail Longo, Trail Sprint, and Mini Trail/Trail Jovem categories. The course features challenging mountainous terrain with significant elevation gains, promising a unique and scenic trail running experience.
The atmosphere of the XII Trail Santa Luzia is inclusive and family-friendly, featuring additional events such as the Trail Kids races with distances adapted to various youth age groups. The event combines competitive spirit with community engagement and environmental respect, making it a special occasion for trail runners of all levels.
The 3rd Edition Trilhos Verdes Alpedriz is a trail running event taking place on April 12, 2026, in Alpedriz, Alcobaça. It features a competitive trail race of approximately 19 km with 500 meters of positive elevation gain, a mini trail of 10 km with 300 meters of elevation, and two non-competitive walks of 10 km and 7 km.
The event is open to participants aged 16 and over for the trail and mini trail, and to children aged 6 and above for the walks (with adult supervision for younger children). It is organized by the Associação de Bem Estar Social e Recreativa de Alpedriz (ABESRA) and includes trophies for trail and mini trail categories, team prizes, and special awards for local athletes.
The courses traverse mostly trails, dirt roads, streams, and forest roads, with the route marked and open to public traffic, requiring participants to respect traffic rules and private property. The atmosphere is community-oriented and supportive, with a focus on fair play and environmental respect.
