The Trail Rota dos Piratas is a trail running event scheduled for May 17, 2026, in Ribamar, Lourinhã. It offers diverse distances to suit various levels of trail enthusiasts: a Long Trail of 30 km with 1500 m elevation gain, a Short Trail of 17 km with 900 m elevation gain, a Mini Trail of 12 km with 600 m elevation gain, and a 10 km Walk with 400 m elevation gain.
The event welcomes participants of all ages and categories, including youth, juniors, seniors, and veterans, making it inclusive and competitive. It features electronic timing with online results, solid and liquid refreshments, medical assistance, and a festive atmosphere enhanced by activities like a warm-up session and a communal lunch.
Unique to this race is the Pirata Fun Zone, a free leisure area for athletes’ children, allowing family participation and enjoyment. Awards include trophies for top finishers by category and team prizes, plus finisher medals for all, emphasizing both competition and community spirit.
The XXVI Famalicão Joane running event will take place on May 17, 2026, featuring an 11.2 km race starting in Famalicão. Alongside, there is the I Corrida da Família Joane, a 4 km family run, and the XXIII Vermoim Joane, a 4 km walk, both starting in Vermoim.
The races are open to all ages and categories, including federated and popular athletes, with age divisions from Sub 23 to Veterans V. The event offers a festive atmosphere with options for families and competitive runners alike.
The courses run through urban and semi-urban areas, starting near LIDL in Famalicão and near the church in Vermoim, finishing at Parque da Ribeira in Joane. The event is organized by Associação Teatro Construção with support from local authorities and police.
The V Trail do Moleiro is a trail running event scheduled for Sunday, May 17, 2026, at 08:30 in Monte Francisco, Faro. It offers multiple distances including a 32 km Trail, an 18 km Trail Sprint, a 10 km Mini Trail, and a 10 km Walk.
The event welcomes a diverse range of participants including parathletes, with categories for various age groups. It provides an opportunity for trail runners of different levels to experience the scenic routes of Faro.
Trail das Maias is a trail running event taking place on May 17, 2026, in Cadaval, Vila Real, Portugal. It offers two distances: a 13 km trail run and a 7 km walk.
The event is open to all participants aged 15 and older for the trail run, with younger participants allowed with written parental authorization. The walk has no minimum age limit. The race highlights the natural beauty, historical heritage, and spring landscapes of the Cadaval region, including trails along the Rio Tinhela and landmarks such as the Roman Road and Moorish Castle.
Trail das Maias promotes physical activity in nature, community spirit, and environmental respect, providing a unique experience combining sport, nature, and culture.
The LAP50 Ultra Trail by Rotary Famalicão is a trail running event taking place on May 22-23, 2026, in Vila Nova de Famalicão, Portugal. It features multiple distances to suit different levels and ambitions: a new 100 km Ultra Endurance trail, a 50 km Ultra trail, a 22 km Long trail, and a 12 km Short trail. Additionally, there are non-competitive events such as a 10 km walk and a 1 km Trail Kids race, making the event inclusive for all ages and fitness levels.
This event is open to all athletes meeting age requirements, with the Ultra Endurance 100 km race limited to 100 participants. It is part of the national circuit with classifications aligned with the ATRP National Circuit and the local Trail Championship, including team competitions. The courses explore historic and scenic areas connecting the municipalities of Famalicão and Guimarães, featuring significant elevation gains and varied mountainous terrain, with altimetry above 5% D+. The atmosphere is vibrant and community-focused, celebrating the 10th anniversary of the LAP50 with a spirit of camaraderie, nature connection, and personal challenge.
The race weekend includes staggered starts for the different distances, with the Ultra Endurance race starting at night on May 22 and the other distances on May 23. The event also offers a festive and family-friendly environment with the Trail Kids race and a walk, making it appealing to athletes and their supporters alike.
The VII Salinas Sunset Run is a running and walking event taking place on Saturday, May 23, 2026, in Alcochete, Setúbal. The event features three distances: a 7 km walk, and 8 km and 13 km runs.
Participation is open to walkers aged 8 and above and runners aged 16 and above, with minors under 18 requiring parental authorization. The race offers a festive evening atmosphere with a sunset start time at 20:00, including a warm-up session and a briefing before the start.
The event is organized by the Sports Sector of the Municipality of Alcochete and includes trophies for top finishers in various age categories for the 13 km run and overall trophies for the 8 km run.
The 7 Cidades Ultimate Trail 2026 is a trail running event taking place on May 23, 2026, in Sete Cidades, Ponta Delgada, São Miguel, Azores. This event features multiple race distances designed for various levels of trail runners and includes both competitive and non-competitive formats.
The available distances include the 7CUT40 (42.1 km with 2470 m elevation gain and loss), 7CUT20 (24.9 km with 1430 m elevation gain and loss), 7CUT10 (9.3 km with 650 m elevation gain and loss), a non-competitive 7CUT Caminhada (8.4 km with 200 m elevation gain and loss), and the 7CUT Kids race (2.0 km with 100 m elevation gain and loss). The 7CUT40 and 7CUT20 races are competitive and open to participants aged 18 and older, while the 7CUT10 is for those 16 and older. The Caminhada is open to all ages, and the Kids race is for children aged 6-15 years.
The 7CUT40 is classified as ITRA 2 and UTMB 50K, contributing to the ATRP Trail Circuit (Series 100) and the São Miguel Island Trail Circuit. The 7CUT20 is classified as ITRA 1 and UTMB 20K, also counting towards the ATRP Sprint Trail Circuit and the São Miguel Island Trail Sprint Circuit. The race routes traverse the stunning landscapes of Sete Cidades, offering challenging elevation profiles and scenic natural beauty. The atmosphere is competitive yet inclusive, with family-friendly events such as the Caminhada and Kids race, making it a comprehensive event for all ages and skill levels.
The VI Trail da Filhós is a trail running event taking place on May 24, 2026, in Cabrela, Évora. It offers three distances: a 17 km trail, a 10 km trail, and a 7 km walk, all starting at Largo Dr. Pascoal Coelho.
The event is open to all participants, including minors for the 10 km trail with parental authorization. It promotes sport, social interaction, and environmental awareness, with routes mainly within the Natura 2000 network, showcasing the natural and cultural heritage of Cabrela.
The race features medium difficulty trails and rural paths, with a festive atmosphere including awards for top finishers by gender and age categories, as well as team prizes.
The 3rd Trail Mineiro is a nature trail running event taking place on May 24, 2026, in Aljustrel, Beja, Portugal. It offers three distances: Trail Sprint (24 km), Mini Trail (12 km), and an 8 km walk.
Open to both federated and non-federated athletes of all levels, the event welcomes individual and team participants across various age categories. The race courses run mainly on natural trails and dirt roads, showcasing the unique mining heritage and natural landscapes of Aljustrel.
The event promotes personal challenge, sportsmanship, and appreciation of the local territory, with a friendly and inclusive atmosphere for runners and walkers alike.
The 3rd Carcavelos Wine Trail is a trail running and walking event taking place on May 24, 2026, in Oeiras and Cascais, Portugal. It features a 12 km trail run and a 7 km walk, both starting and finishing at Jardins do Marquês (Rua do Aqueduto) in Oeiras.
The event is open to individuals aged 16 and older for the trail and 14 and older for the walk, regardless of federation status. It offers participants a unique opportunity to run and walk through the vineyards of the historic Carcavelos wine region, known for its Denominação de Origem Controlada (D.O.C.) wine, with scenic routes between the ex-Estação Agronómica Nacional and the ex-Mosteiro de Santa Maria do Mar.
The race atmosphere celebrates local heritage and wine culture, supported by the municipalities of Oeiras and Cascais, and includes competitive categories for men and women across various age groups, as well as team classifications.
