The 27th Légua Diário de Coimbra is a running and walking event taking place on July 4, 2026, in the city of Coimbra. It features a 5 km internationally certified race and a non-competitive 5 km walk, open to federated athletes, non-federated athletes, and the general public.
The race is part of the World Athletics global calendar and welcomes participants aged 16 and older for the race, while the walk is open to all ages. The event offers individual and team classifications with prizes for top finishers and teams, creating a competitive yet inclusive atmosphere.
The course runs through the streets of Coimbra, providing a scenic urban route with liquid refreshment points along the way and at the finish. Participants receive a personalized bib, official t-shirt, medal, and a gift bag, enhancing the race experience.
The Trail do Almonda 2026 is a trail running event taking place on July 4, 2026, in Serra de Aire, Portugal. It features three distances: approximately 18 km (Trail), 12 km (Mini Trail), and 10 km (Walk), all on marked trails, small paths, and roads.
The race is open to all ages with age categories for both men and women, including Sub 23, Seniors, and various Masters categories. The event promotes tourism and environmental awareness of the region while encouraging outdoor sports.
Participants compete individually and in teams, with awards for overall, gender, and age group winners, as well as team classifications. The race offers a competitive yet scenic experience in a natural setting.
The 4th Iron Trail will take place on July 5, 2026, in Albogas, Sintra, Portugal. This trail running event offers four distances: Long Trail (30 km), Short Trail (17 km), Mini Trail (11 km), and a Walk (11 km), each with varying elevation gains.
Open to all participants aged 18 and over, the event is organized by Associação Desportiva Trilhos do Costume with local support. The race courses traverse the Serra de Monfirre area, showcasing natural beauty and cultural heritage, with challenging terrain and significant elevation.
The event features a competitive and recreational atmosphere, emphasizing respect for athletes, organization, and the environment, with strict rules to ensure safety and fair play.
The 8º Trail Summer Challenge is a trail running event taking place on July 5, 2026, at Praia Foz do Lizandro. It offers three distances: a long trail of approximately 24 km, a short trail of approximately 15 km, and a leisure walk of about 12 km.
This event is open to all participants aged 18 and over, requiring no license, and includes competitive trail races as well as a non-competitive walk. It is part of the Circuito Challenge S.A. 2026 series and promotes environmental awareness, being associated with eco-friendly initiatives such as the Plogging movement.
The courses traverse mostly natural circuits with stunning coastal views, combining trails through inland paths and seaside scenery. The atmosphere is inclusive and supportive, catering to competitive athletes and leisure walkers alike, with special awards for teams and the oldest participants, plus fun activities like plogging integrated into the walk.
The Poço Negro Trail is a trail running event taking place on July 5, 2026, in Poço Negro, Rio Mau, Penafiel. The race features multiple distances including a long trail, short trail, mini trail, and a walking option.
The event is open to various age categories from youth to veterans, with no mention of license requirements. It is the ninth edition of the race and supports a charitable cause benefiting the Associação para o Desenvolvimento da Freguesia de Rio Mau.
The course traverses trails in Serra da Boneca, Estivada, and the Rio Mau valley, offering scenic natural landscapes for participants.
The XXXVI Corrida de São Pedro 2026 is a 10 km running race taking place on July 5, 2026, in Póvoa de Varzim, Portugal. The event also includes a 5 km solidarity walk called “É Bom Viver Aqui,” supporting the local volunteer firefighters.
The race is open to both federated and non-federated athletes born in 2008 or earlier. The walk is non-competitive and open to all ages. The race is part of the National Calendar of the Portuguese Athletics Federation (F.P.A.) and features individual classifications by gender and veteran categories.
The event offers a festive atmosphere with an elite box for top male and female athletes and a podium ceremony starting at 11:00 AM.
The 10th edition of Aquae Flaviae Night Running is a night running event taking place on July 11, 2026, in Chaves, Portugal. It features a 13 km urban race and an 8 km urban walk, both on flat courses without significant elevation changes.
The race is open to all runners aged 18 and over, with age categories for seniors and veterans. The event also includes kids’ races for ages 4-8 and 9-12, making it family-friendly. Participants will run through the streets of Chaves illuminated by their race-provided lights, creating a unique nighttime atmosphere.
The IV Trilhos Castro de Santiago – Sunset Edition is a trail running event taking place on July 11, 2026, in Figueiró da Granja – Fornos de Algodres. It features a long trail of approximately 21 km with 850 meters of elevation gain, a short trail of about 14 km with 450 meters of elevation gain, a mini trail, and a recreational walk of around 10 km with 300 meters of elevation gain.
The event is open to all participants aged 18 and over for the long and short trails, with younger participants aged 11 to 14 allowed in the mini trail with legal guardian authorization. It is part of the Circuito de Trail da Beira Alta – VI(r)VER BEIRA ALTA and serves as its 5th stage, attracting athletes from various locations to share the trail running experience in the region.
The race courses run predominantly on trails, rural paths, dirt roads, and streams surrounding adjacent villages, offering a natural and challenging environment. The event includes a sunset start time and a festive atmosphere with a dinner following the races and prize ceremonies.
The 9th Mikkeller World Beer Run is a running event scheduled for July 11, 2026, starting at 16:00 in the historic center of Caminha, Portugal. The race features a 10 km circular route through the historic area, forest, stadium, and estuary waterfront.
Open to all runners aged 18 and above, the event has no participant limit and no age categories. It is part of the ARTBEERFEST Caminha 2026 festival, creating a festive atmosphere combining sport and culture.
The Trail Penedo da Moura is a trail running event taking place on July 11, 2026, in the parish of Mogege, Vila Nova de Famalicão, Portugal. It offers multiple distances including a short trail of approximately 14 km, a long trail of approximately 22 km, a 7 km walk open to all ages, and a kids’ trail of about 1.5 km for children aged 6 to 12.
The event is open to participants aged 18 and over for the trail races, with no minimum age for the walk and a minimum of 6 years for the kids’ trail. It promotes outdoor sports and environmental awareness, encouraging family participation and social coexistence. The race starts and finishes at Praça Santa Marinha in Mogege, with a time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes for the trail races.
