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 Maratona da Europa – Aveiro 2026 is a running event that will take place on April 25-26, 2026, in Aveiro, Portugal. The race offers several distances: a full marathon (42.195 km) for participants born in 2006 or earlier, a half marathon (21.0975 km) and a 10 km mini-marathon for those born in 2008 or earlier, and a 5 km walk open to all ages.
The event is open to participants without license requirements, but includes categories by age groups and offers sub-elite bibs for athletes with qualifying times. It is organized by the Câmara Municipal de Aveiro and GlobalSport with regional tourism support. The race features timed electronic chip tracking and is structured with cut-off times to ensure safety and organization.
The race route and its surroundings provide a scenic experience through Aveiro, with multiple aid stations and a supportive atmosphere. The event includes not only competitive races but also a non-competitive walk, making it inclusive for various participant profiles.
The 47th Corrida da Liberdade Lisboa is a running event held on April 25, 2026, in Lisbon, commemorating the 52nd anniversary of the Carnation Revolution. It features multiple distances including an 11,000-meter timed race, a 5,000-meter race, a 1,000-meter kids’ race, and a 2,500-meter walk.
The event is open to various age categories, with trophies awarded to top finishers and medals for all finishers in the races. The race routes start from different locations in Lisbon and all finish at Praça dos Restauradores, creating a festive atmosphere celebrating freedom and collective joy.
The Corrida da Liberdade is organized as a popular celebration with a strong symbolic connection to April ideals, welcoming runners of all ages and abilities, including children and walkers.
The VIII Edition of Trail Trilhos de Pina Manique is a trail running event taking place on April 26, 2026, in Manique do Intendente, Azambuja, Portugal. It offers three distances: a competitive Trail of 23 km, a Mini Trail of 13 km, and a non-competitive 10 km walk.
The event welcomes runners of various ages, starting from 16 years for the Mini Trail and 18 years for the full Trail, open to both federated and non-federated athletes. The race is part of the local festivities of the Festa das Tasquinhas de Manique do Intendente 2026, adding a festive community atmosphere.
The courses traverse the scenic trails around Manique do Intendente and neighboring villages, starting at Largo Pina Manique and finishing at Largo dos Imperadores, with clear trail markings and safety support. The event includes classifications by age groups, general classification, and team competitions, alongside special awards for local residents and the oldest finishers, making it inclusive and competitive for all participants.
The II Trilhos da Boa Viagem is a trail running event scheduled for April 26, 2026, starting at 09:00 in Moita, Setúbal. It offers three main distances: 23 km long trail, 12 km short trail, and a 10 km walk, plus a 500-meter kids’ fun run.
This event welcomes participants of all ages and abilities, including minors aged 14 and above for the 12 km trail with parental consent. The race routes traverse rural paths and municipal roads in the Moita and Alhos Vedros areas, marked with colored tapes and signs.
The event promotes sport, social interaction, and appreciation of local nature and cultural heritage, with a friendly atmosphere and prizes for top finishers in various age categories and teams.
The XIII Corrida Saúde+Solidária is a running event organized by the Associação de Estudantes da Faculdade de Medicina de Lisboa (AEFML) with technical support from Xistarca, taking place on April 26, 2026, at the Estádio Universitário de Lisboa. The event features three races: a 400m kids race, a 5km walk/run, and a 10km run.
The 10km and 5km races start at 10:00 and 10:05 respectively, with the kids race beginning at 9:30. The 10km race is open to participants born in 2008 or earlier, the 5km walk/run is open to all born in 2015 or earlier (with younger children allowed if accompanied by a guardian), and the kids race is for children born between 2014 and 2022.
The courses start and finish at the Estádio de Honra do Estádio Universitário de Lisboa and include urban routes through notable city areas. The event promotes health and solidarity, welcoming participants of all ages and abilities, including wheelchair users in the 5km walk/run.
Anniversary Walk SantAventura - Escarpas da Maceira
The SantAventura Anniversary Hike – Escarpas da Maceira is a special 12 km trail walk celebrating five years of Sant’Aventura on April 26, 2026, in Maceira, Torres Vedras. The route features a difficulty level of 4/5, crossing trails, escarpment areas, two caves, and possibly an active waterfall depending on conditions.
This event is open to participants aged 16 and over with appropriate hiking equipment. It offers a unique opportunity to explore the natural beauty of the region accompanied by certified guides and geologists from Geoparque Oeste and Turismo de Portugal. The hike celebrates community, nature, and adventure with a festive atmosphere including refreshments and a birthday cake.
Corrida da Liberdade Cidade da Maia is a running event taking place on April 26, 2026, starting at 10:00 AM at Estádio Prof. Vieira de Carvalho. The race offers distances of 10 km and 5 km, including a 5 km walk for parents and children.
The event is open to both licensed and non-licensed athletes of all genders, with age categories ranging from 18 to 69 years. It features a technical control along the course and follows IAAF standards for hydration stations.
Participants can enjoy a competitive yet community-oriented atmosphere with trophies awarded to the top three finishers in each category, and all participants receive t-shirts, medals, and bags.
The X Cross Trail Soure 1111 is a trail running event taking place on April 26, 2026, in Soure, Portugal. It offers two competitive distances: Trail Curto 17k and Mini Trail 13k, as well as a non-competitive 10k Caminhada (walk), all starting and finishing at Parque dos Bacelos in Vila de Soure.
The event is open to all participants, including minors accompanied by parents or with a responsible declaration. The Mini Trail 13k is part of the Circuito Distrital de Trail Running de Coimbra – Mini, organized by the Associação Distrital de Atletismo de Coimbra (ADAC). The courses are circular, traversing forest trails, paths, and some paved sections, creating a scenic and technical trail sprint atmosphere.
This race combines a competitive spirit with community involvement, offering a festive yet challenging environment suitable for individual runners and teams, including collective classifications and trophies for top teams and age groups.
Trail das Ribeiras 2026 is a trail running event taking place on April 26, 2026, in Penacova, Portugal. The race offers three distances: a long trail of 19 km, a shorter trail of 14 km, and a 10 km walk, providing options for different levels of endurance and experience.
The event is open to athletes aged 18 and over for the long trail, while the shorter trail and walk allow participants from age 16 with parental consent. The race is organized by Grupo Desportivo de Telhado and features a semi-autonomous format with well-marked routes, emphasizing adherence to the natural environment and safety.
The Trail das Ribeiras routes are set in scenic natural surroundings near Telhado, with organized aid stations and safety support. The atmosphere promotes sportsmanship and respect, with clear rules of conduct and disqualification penalties to maintain fairness and safety. The event also includes a communal lunch and an awards ceremony, creating a friendly and community-focused race day.
