The Chaparros no Trilho Infinito Hike Solidário is a solidarity hiking event taking place on February 22, 2026, in Santiago do Cacém, Portugal. Participants will hike a 10 km trail through historic, wild, and green paths, including levadas, with medium difficulty and a non-competitive character.
The event is open to participants aged 8 to 80 years, with parental authorization required for minors. The registration fees are donated entirely to two local associations, emphasizing the solidarity nature of the hike.
After the hike, participants can enjoy traditional local snacks and use the showers at the Santiago do Cacém Municipal Sports Pavilion, creating a welcoming and community-focused atmosphere.
The II Silgueiros Trail 2026 is a trail running event scheduled for Sunday, February 22, 2026, in Silgueiros, Viseu district, Portugal. The race offers three options: a 21 km trail, a 12 km mini trail, and a 12 km walking route, catering to a variety of participants.
This event is open to all, with the timed trail races requiring participants to be over 18 years old, while the walking route has no age restrictions. The course traverses mostly forest paths, trails, and unpaved forest roads, with occasional small sections of asphalt or cobblestone, offering a scenic experience through the natural and historical landscapes of Silgueiros, a region marked by vineyards and rivers between the Serra da Estrela and Caramulo mountains.
The atmosphere is inclusive and community-oriented, with individual and team participation welcomed. The event includes support such as supply stations, aid for those unable to continue, and access to showers at the finish. It emphasizes respect for the environment and safety regulations, aiming for a festive yet responsible race day.
The 2nd Cross da Senhora da Penha is a cross-country running event taking place on February 22, 2026, in Alva, Castro Daire, Portugal. It features a main race of 10.8 km, a 7 km walk, and youth races for various age categories from Benjamins to Juvenis.
This event is open to athletes and walkers of all ages and genders, both federated and recreational, representing clubs, schools, or participating individually. It is part of the “(PER) CORRER CASTRO DAIRE” 2026 series as its first stage.
The race offers a natural terrain experience with marked courses and includes a festive prize ceremony with medals and monetary awards for top finishers, creating a welcoming atmosphere for all participants.
The Poiares Trail 2026 is a trail running event scheduled for February 22, 2026, in Vila Nova de Poiares, Portugal. This event features four competitive races and a walking option, including a 35 km trail with 1800 m elevation gain, a 22 km trail with 1000 m elevation gain, a 13 km mini trail with 400 m elevation gain, and a 35 km relay race divided into three stages for teams of three.
The races are open to a wide range of participants: the 35 km race is for athletes aged 20 and above, the 22 km race allows participants aged 18 and 19 in a specific category, and the 13 km mini trail and relay race accept participants from 16 years old. All races are certified by ATRP and have time limits with checkpoints to ensure participant safety and race integrity.
The event is known for its challenging mountainous terrain with significant elevation changes, requiring athletes to be semi-autonomous and prepared for varied weather conditions. The atmosphere combines competitive spirit with environmental respect and includes team relay events and a walking option, making it accessible for different levels and promoting a community spirit.
The V BTT Rota do Queijo “Uma aventura Gastronómica” is a non-competitive mountain bike event taking place on February 22, 2026, in Celorico da Beira, Guarda. It offers two marked routes of approximately 27 km (low difficulty) and 44 km (medium difficulty).
This event is open to all age groups and genders, focusing on a gastronomic adventure with various refreshment points, gastronomic tastings, and entertainment moments along the routes. The atmosphere is friendly and recreational, with no timing or ranking, only participation mementos.
Participants will enjoy scenic trails, rural paths, and municipal roads, supported by local entities including volunteer firefighters and the national guard, ensuring safety and assistance throughout the course.
The Foz Côa Douro Trail Adventure is a challenging trail running event organized by Carlos Sá Nature Events, taking place from February 20 to 22, 2026, in the scenic Alto Douro region of Portugal. This event offers a variety of distances on February 22, including 46 km, 31 km, 17 km trail races, and a 6 km walk, all open to athletes aged 18 and over.
The race routes traverse breathtaking landscapes of mountainous terraces and valleys carved by the Douro and Côa rivers, passing through vineyards renowned for world-class wines, almond and olive groves, historic castles, and charming villages. The event is part of the Best Trail Series and ATRP circuits, attracting a mix of elite and amateur trail runners.
In addition to the main races, the event features a Trail Kids race with multiple age categories and distances, fostering a family-friendly and inclusive atmosphere. The combination of technical high mountain terrain, spectacular natural and cultural scenery, and well-organized support make this event uniquely inspiring and rewarding for participants.
The 8th edition of the Trail Running Trilho dos Dinossauros is a trail running event taking place on February 22, 2026, at Praia da Areia Branca in the municipality of Lourinhã, Portugal. This event offers multiple distances including a Long Trail (31 km), a Trail Sprint (20 km), a Mini Trail for youth (11 km), and a 10 km Walking route, all set against the stunning natural landscapes of cliffs, beaches, and historical sites.
The competition is open to all athletes aged 16 and above for the trail races, with the walking event allowing younger participants if accompanied by an adult. It features a wide range of age categories from Juvenile to over 70 years, and includes team competitions. The race atmosphere combines challenge and camaraderie, enhanced by surprises along the course and a family-friendly Dino Fun Zone for children with activities and entertainment.
Participants will enjoy technical courses with significant elevation gain, multiple aid stations offering liquids and solids, and facilities such as hot showers and massages. The event also includes podium awards for top finishers in each category, finisher medals, and a communal post-race lunch, making it a comprehensive race experience for elite and recreational runners alike.
Trail da CabeçAlta 2026 is a mountain trail running event taking place on February 22, 2026, in Guarda, Portugal. It offers two competitive distances: a long trail of approximately 26 km with 1100 meters of positive elevation gain, and a short trail of approximately 14 km with 800 meters of positive elevation gain. Additionally, there is a non-competitive mountain walk of about 12 km.
The event is open to participants aged 18 and over for the competitive races, while the walk is open to all, with children under 16 required to be accompanied by an adult. The race occurs in the heart of the Serra da Estrela, featuring natural park trails and mountainous terrain, emphasizing ecological and social responsibility.
The atmosphere promotes ethics, social and environmental values, with a focus on sharing the mountain trails experience. The event includes prize categories by age groups and teams, with trophies awarded to top finishers.
The 31st Corrida da Árvore Arkopharma is a historic running event taking place on February 28, 2026, in the green heart of Lisbon at Parque do Monsanto. This pedestrian race offers a 10 km run, a 5 km walk, and kids’ races of 200m, 400m, and 800m for children up to 12 years old.
The event is open to all interested participants, with the 10 km run and 5 km walk available to adults and the kids’ races designed for children. The race features a scenic route through the streets and paths of Monsanto Park, providing a unique urban nature experience.
With a festive atmosphere, the event includes trophies for top finishers in overall and age categories, and a commemorative finisher tree for participants, emphasizing its environmental friendliness and community spirit.
Trilhos de Mértola 2026 is a trail running event taking place on March 1, 2026, in Mértola, Portugal, within the Natural Park of the Guadiana Valley. The event offers multiple distances including Trail Kids races (400m to 2000m), a 9 km Caminhada and Mini Trail, a 17 km Trail Sprint, and a challenging 30 km Trail.
The event is open to participants of various ages, from children aged 5 and up to adults, with some age restrictions depending on the race category. It welcomes both federated and non-federated athletes, individuals, and groups such as clubs and schools.
The courses feature diverse terrain including trails, paths, streams, and escarpments, avoiding paved roads except for entry/exit points and crossings. The event emphasizes respect for nature and environmental responsibility, with marked routes and aid stations providing solid and liquid supplies. The atmosphere combines competitive spirit with community engagement, including races for kids and walking options.
