The Trilho do Entrudono is a non-competitive thematic walk held on February 14, 2026, starting at Castelo de Penedono, Praça 25 de Abril, Penedono. The event is part of the Entrudono – Entrudo de Penedono cultural and carnival festivities.
The walk covers approximately 12 km over rural paths, mountain trails, and some paved sections, emphasizing cultural interaction with traditional carnival characters along the route. It is open to all participants, with minors requiring adult accompaniment.
This event highlights the natural and intangible heritage of the Beira Alta region, promoting social interaction and cultural experience in a festive atmosphere.
The STUT-Santo Thyrso Ultra Trilhos 2026 is a trail running event taking place on February 14 and 15, 2026, in Santo Tirso, Portugal. It features multiple race distances catering to a range of participants: Ultra (44 km), Long (32 km), Short (17 km), and a 10 km Walk. There is also a dedicated Kids Trail event on February 14 with distances tailored for children aged 5 to 17 years.
The event is open to all runners, with minimum age limits depending on the race distance, and it promotes fair play and respect for the environment. The race courses traverse the scenic trails, forest paths, and rural roads around Santo Tirso and Paços de Ferreira, offering a beautiful and varied terrain for runners.
The atmosphere is inclusive and family-friendly, with special events for children and a non-competitive moderate difficulty walk alongside the competitive races. Awards are given for individual age groups and teams, and the event emphasizes safety and environmental responsibility.
The 10th Trail Ribeira de Limas is a trail running event taking place on February 15, 2026, in Serpa, Portugal. It offers four distances: approximately 32 km (Trail), 17 km (Trail Sprint), 10 km (Mini Trail), and an 8 km walk without classification.
The race is open to athletes aged 18 and over for the Trail, 16 and over for the Sprint and Mini Trail, and 12 and over for the walk, with minors requiring a signed responsibility waiver. The event is part of several regional and national trail and sprint circuits, including the Campeonato Regional de Trail and the Circuito Nacional de Trail (ATRP).
The course features marked trails with natural and artificial signage, requiring physical and mental preparation for mountain autonomy and adverse weather conditions. The atmosphere is competitive with individual and team classifications, including prizes for top finishers and teams.
The Maroiço Up Hill is a mountain running race held on February 15, 2026, organized by Clube de Atletismo de Fafe with support from Associação de Atletismo de Braga and Federação Portuguesa de Atletismo. The event features two main races: the Up Hill, a 6 km race with 500 m positive elevation gain, and the Maroiço Up and Down, a 15 km race with 550 m positive elevation gain.
The competition is open to licensed athletes, including categories from Sub-23 to Senior, and is part of the Campeonato Regional de Corrida de Montanha AAB and the 1st stage of the Portuguese Cup (Taça de Portugal) organized by FPA. The courses traverse scenic mountain trails around Barragem da Queimadela and Alto do Maroiço, offering challenging climbs and descents surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes.
The atmosphere is competitive and organized with a focus on mountain trail running discipline. Awards are given by age group and gender, including team prizes on the longer race. Transportation is provided for athletes from the finish back to the start area, ensuring smooth logistics for participants.
The 12th Trail Off-Road da Barreira is a trail running event taking place on February 15, 2026, in Barreira, Leiria, Portugal. This competitive event offers two race distances: the Trail Sprint 20 km, featuring a medium difficulty course with approximately 750 meters of elevation gain, and the Mini-Trail 12 km, with a lower medium difficulty and around 400 meters elevation gain.
Open to athletes aged 18 and above for the 20 km and younger categories for the 12 km Mini-Trail, the event is part of the ATRP National Trail Sprint Circuit, the ADAL District Trail Sprint Circuit, and the ADAL Trail Derovo Fullprotein Circuit. The race courses combine mixed terrain with trails and technical paths marked with tape, providing an engaging challenge for runners.
The atmosphere is competitive yet community-oriented, with awards for individual and team performances, including a special prize for the first male and female at a mid-race sprint point. The event includes a post-race social moment with traditional food, enhancing the overall experience.
The III Cesar Trail is a trail running event scheduled for February 15, 2026, in Cesar, Oliveira de Azeméis, Portugal. This race features trail running and walking options, offering participants the opportunity to explore the scenic trails and paths across Cesar, Fajões, Macieira de Sarnes, and Nogueira do Cravo.
The event is open to a wide range of participants, including various age and veteran categories, making it accessible to many athletes without the necessity of a license. It creates a community atmosphere with routes starting and finishing at Casa Gastronomia, promoting a festive and inclusive experience for all attendees.
Participants can enjoy unique landscapes along the region’s natural trails, combining physical challenge with the enjoyment of local nature. The Cesar Trail also supports team participation and encourages walking events alongside the competitive trail runs, making it an event for both serious runners and recreational participants.
The Foz Côa Douro Trail Adventure is a trail running event taking place from February 20 to 22, 2026, in the Alto Douro region of Portugal. This challenging race is composed of three stages with distances of 16 km, 30 km, and 17 km respectively, offering a demanding mountain terrain with significant elevation changes.
The event is open exclusively to athletes aged 18 and over, emphasizing extreme physical and mental endurance due to the high mountain trails, technical paths, and exposure to varying weather conditions. Participants traverse scenic landscapes featuring terraced valleys, the Douro and Côa rivers, vineyards known for world-class wines, flowering almond and olive trees, and cultural landmarks such as the Pocinho to Barca D’Alva railway and the historic Numão Castle.
The atmosphere blends adventure with cultural exploration, supported by transfers between stages, accommodation options, and communal dinners, fostering camaraderie among participants. The race includes individual competition over three days, with final classification determined by the cumulative time of all stages.
Celebrating 16 years of adventure and heritage, the Trail de Conímbriga Terras de Sicó returns for its 17th edition with seven races over three days — including the epic 111 Milhas Terras de Sicó, a qualifying race for Western States 2027.
Runners of all levels can choose from ultra-endurance challenges to short trail and walking options, all across the wild limestone landscape of the Sicó Mountains, rich in Roman history and natural beauty.
Races:
🏁 111 Milhas (111 miles)
🏁 111 km
🏁 60 km
🏁 42 km
🏁 25 km
🏁 13 km (run)
🏁 13 km (walk, non-competitive)
Certified by ATRP and ITRA. ITRA points available. Strict time cut-offs and required gear apply.
Trail Run 111 miles, 111 km, 60 km, 42 km, 25 km, 13 km
The 7th Trail dos Diabos is a trail running event taking place on February 21, 2026, in Vinhais, Portugal. The race features a single trail distance of approximately 16 km, starting and finishing in the center of Vinhais.
The competition is open to athletes affiliated with the Portuguese Athletics Federation and individual popular runners, with foreign athletes participating by invitation only. The event includes various age categories from Sub-20 to Veteran 70+.
Participants will experience the natural trails of the Montesinho Natural Park and the cultural atmosphere linked to the traditional Diabos celebration in Vinhais. There is also a non-competitive walk held on the same day.
The Trail Costa Norte by ADSP is a trail running event taking place on February 21, 2026, in Ribeira Grande. It features multiple distances including the Trail Sprint (22 km with 749 m elevation), Mini-Trail (12 km with 351 m elevation), and a 12 km Walk, catering to a broad range of participants.
The event is open to the public with minimum age limits depending on the race type: 18 years for the Trail Sprint, 16 for the Mini-Trail, and the Walk allows children accompanied by an adult. The Trail Sprint is part of the São Miguel Trail Circuit, attracting both competitive and recreational runners.
Runners will experience diverse terrain including trails, streams, pastures, and roads, with careful attention to environmental preservation. The race offers a friendly and supportive atmosphere with post-race amenities such as hot showers and a finisher meal, making it a comprehensive trail event for all levels. There are team classifications and awards, and the event includes a mini-trail and a walk alongside the main sprint race.
