The Crosstrail Dunas de Calvão is a trail running event taking place on April 19, 2026, in the parish of Calvão. It offers competitive and non-competitive races with distances of approximately 17 km (Crosstrail), 11 km (Mini-Crosstrail), 8 km (Walk), and adapted kids’ races ranging from 400 to 1200 meters.
The event is open to participants aged 18 and over for competitive races, with exceptions for younger athletes under specific conditions. It promotes physical activity, outdoor sport, and social interaction in a natural setting featuring dunes, loose sand, dirt, mud, and bush areas, suitable for various fitness levels.
With a family-friendly and inclusive atmosphere, the event includes a kids’ race and a walk, emphasizing community involvement and environmental respect. Awards and trophies are given for competitive races, while the kids’ race and walk focus on participation and social engagement.
The I Trail Vouga do Diabo is a trail running event taking place on April 19, 2026, in the parish of Pinho, São Pedro do Sul, Portugal. It features three race options: a Long Trail of 26 km, a Short Trail of 15 km, and a non-competitive 11 km walk.
The event welcomes participants aged 18 and over for the Long Trail, 16 and over for the Short Trail with legal guardian authorization, and all ages for the walk if accompanied by an adult. The courses traverse natural trails, forest paths, rural roads, and old village connections, offering scenic views of the Vouga valley and surrounding nature.
With a maximum of 500 participants across all distances, the race promotes fair play, environmental respect, and mutual support among runners. The event includes timed races with electronic chip timing and awards for top finishers in the Long and Short Trails, plus a prize for the largest team.
The 3rd Edition Trail dos Moinhos is a trail running event with a limit of 500 participants. Although detailed information about distances and course profile is not provided, the event promises an engaging trail experience.
This event is open to all, with no indication of license requirements or championship associations. The Trail dos Moinhos offers a chance to enjoy the natural terrain and the spirit of trail running in a communal atmosphere.
The Ínsua Nature Trail is a trail running and walking event taking place on April 19, 2026, in the parishes of Ínsua, Castelo de Penalva, and Esmolfe, Portugal. The event offers three distances: an 8 km walk, a 12 km mini trail, and a 16 km trail.
Open to participants of all ages and physical conditions, the event welcomes runners and walkers alike. The trails traverse rural paths and municipal roads, providing a scenic and varied terrain with a medium difficulty level for the longest distance.
Participants will enjoy a well-organized race atmosphere with solid and liquid aid stations, electronic timing, and awards for top finishers by gender and age categories. The event also includes a convivial lunch after the race.
The III Trail Santa Apolónia is a trail running event taking place on April 19, 2026, in Vila do Conde, Portugal. It offers three distances: a 25 km long trail, a 15 km short trail, and a 10 km walk, each starting at Largo de Santa Apolónia in the Malta parish.
The event welcomes participants aged 16 and older for the trail races, and from 6 years old for the walk (with adult supervision). The trails feature moderate elevation gains of approximately 800 m for the long trail and 500 m for the short trail, running mostly on non-technical trails and roads.
Organized by the Comissão de Festas de Santa Apolónia to support local festivities, the race includes staggered starts and a festive atmosphere with awards for various age categories and team classifications.
The 32nd Corre Praia is a running event taking place on April 19, 2026, at Praia da Saúde, Costa da Caparica, Portugal. It features two main distances: a 15 km course and a 7.5 km Mini CorrePraia, plus a Corrida Kids race.
The race is open to both federated and non-federated athletes of all ages and categories, including seniors and veterans. The event offers a festive atmosphere with a kids’ race and awards for top finishers and the most represented team.
Starting and finishing at the Clube de Campismo do Concelho de Almada facilities, the course runs along the beaches Praia da Saúde, Fonte da Telha, and Praia da Morena, providing scenic coastal views.
The Trail da Tapada Real de Mafra is a trail running event scheduled for April 19, 2026, held entirely within the historic Tapada Nacional de Mafra, Portugal. The race offers three distances: a 20 km Long Trail, a 12 km Short Trail, and a 12 km Walk. The event is open to all participants aged 16 and over for the trail runs, and younger participants may join the walk if accompanied by legal guardians.
Participants will experience running through a natural reserve known for its rich fauna including deer, wild boars, and diverse bird species, as well as a varied forest landscape originally created for royal hunting. The Trail da Tapada Real is part of the Mafra Trail Running Series and the Merrell Trail Running Series, attracting both competitive runners and nature enthusiasts.
The race features a festive and nature-immersive atmosphere, with organized prize categories for individual male and female runners across age groups, plus team awards for the Long and Short Trail distances. The walk is non-competitive, encouraging family and recreational participation.
The 4th Edition of Trail Bairro dos Anjos is a trail running event taking place on April 19, 2026, in Arrabal, Leiria. It features two competitive races: a 22 km Trail Sprint with 900 m elevation gain and a 14 km Mini Trail with 600 m elevation gain, plus a non-competitive 10 km walk with 300 m elevation gain.
The event is open to all participants and includes age categories for the competitive races. The Trail Sprint is part of the Circuito de Trail Sprint ADAL – Derovo – Fullprotein. The courses traverse scenic trails and paths through Arrabal, Santa Catarina da Serra, and Chainça, highlighting the Vale Maior, Chainça, and the northern slope of Senhora do Monte.
The atmosphere combines competitive spirit with community engagement, offering prizes for finishers and trophies for top individuals and teams, alongside massage and shower facilities at the finish.
The Trail Cidade de Moura – Terra do Grande Lago is a trail running event taking place on April 19, 2026, in Moura, Alentejo, Portugal. It features multiple race distances including a long trail and a sprint trail, as well as a walking event and a kids’ race.
Open to various age categories including seniors, veterans, and youth, the event welcomes both federated and non-federated athletes. It is organized by Casa do Benfica de Moura and highlights the scenic beauty of the Alqueva water reservoir, offering participants a unique natural landscape.
The 8th Trail das Eiras is a trail running event taking place on April 19, 2026, in the forested area of Monte das Eiras, Vermoim, Vila Nova de Famalicão, Portugal. The race features multiple distances: 25 km Trail, 16 km Trail Sprint, 8 km Trail Jovem, and an 8 km Caminhada (walk).
The event is open to participants aged 18 and over for the Trail and Trail Sprint, 16 and over for the Trail Jovem, and all ages for the Caminhada. It is part of the Regional Trail Championship and the Famalicão Municipal Trail Championship, certified by the Braga Athletics Association.
The course offers scenic and archaeological points of interest, including forest trails, granite landscapes, and views over the Ave valley, with a festive atmosphere supported by the Associação Moinho de Vermoim and local partners. The event includes podium ceremonies and prizes for individual and team categories.
