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 19th São Brás Cross is a mountain running race taking place on April 19, 2026, in Castro Daire, Portugal. It features two main distances: 10.9 km with 628 meters of elevation gain for seniors and veterans, and 5 km with 278 meters of elevation gain for juniors.
This event is open to athletes of all ages and both sexes without any age limit. It is part of the WMRA World Cup 2026, the Portuguese National Mountain Running Championship, and the "(PER) CORRER CASTRO DAIRE" 2026 series, making it a prestigious competition within the mountain running calendar.
In addition to the main races, there are youth races for various age categories with distances adapted to each group, as well as a non-competitive 5.3 km walk. The race course is of the "Up and Down" mountain type, offering challenging terrain and scenic views around Granja and Castro Daire. The event atmosphere combines competitive spirit with community participation, including a ceremony and lunch for participants.
The XII Trilho dos Gatos is a trail running event organized by GATÕES BTT, taking place on April 18-19, 2026, in Montemor-O-Velho, Portugal. It features three distances: Trail Curto (19 km), Mini-Trail (12 km), and a non-competitive 10 km walk, along with Trail Kids races for children.
The Mini-Trail is part of the ADAC District Mini-Trail Circuit and the ATRP Youth Circuit series 150, while the Trail Curto counts towards the ATRP National Trail Sprint Circuit series 100. The courses run on trails, forest paths, and single tracks, starting and finishing at the Polidesportivo de Gatões.
The event welcomes adults 18+ for the main races, with the Mini-Trail open to youth 16+ with parental authorization. The walk is open to all ages. The atmosphere includes competitive races and family-friendly kids' events, with prize awards for individual and team categories.
Lardosa em Movimento 2026 is a running and walking event taking place on April 19, 2026, in Lardosa. The event offers a 10 km race for juniors, seniors, and veterans, as well as a 12 km guided walk through rural paths around the locality.
The race is open to both federated and non-federated athletes, including club representatives and individual participants. The course combines rural paths and road sections, marked and supported by the organization.
The event promotes community spirit and solidarity, encouraging participants to donate non-perishable food items to support local institutions. It features a festive atmosphere with prizes for top finishers in various age categories and team classifications.
The Trail Foge Foge Capão 2026 is a trail running event taking place on April 19, 2026, in Freamunde, Portugal. It features two competitive races: a 16 km Trail Curto and a 10 km Mini Trail, along with a 10 km walk.
The races are open to athletes aged 18 and over, while the walk allows minors accompanied by an adult. The courses traverse the protected geographical area of Capão de Freamunde, including urban streets, rural farms, and mountainous trails, offering varied terrain with significant elevation gain.
The event includes individual and team classifications with age categories and offers a festive atmosphere with prize ceremonies and support services.
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 Petrus Run Intermarché 2026 is a road running event scheduled for April 19, 2026, in Pedroso, Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal. It offers a variety of race distances catering to different athlete levels, including a 10 km race and a walking category, encouraging broad community participation.
This open event welcomes runners across various age groups, from juniors to veterans, promoting health and sport for all. It is organized with the aim to spread awareness about Pedroso through a sporting initiative that fosters preventive health practices, supported by local clubs and the parish council.
The race atmosphere is inclusive and community-oriented, designed to be accessible for all athletes and walkers, with the event also supporting team participation and featuring affordable registration options over several phases.
The Trail Terras do Conde takes place on April 19, 2026, in Castelo de Paiva, Portugal. Organized by the Municipality of Castelo de Paiva and Centro Social Sol Nascente, the event is part of the local sports program and is held in the mining region of Pejão and the parish of Santa Maria de Sardoura.
The event includes four formats — Trail Long, Trail Short, Mini Trail and Walk — offering options for both competitive runners and recreational participants. The courses feature mountainous terrain, high elevation gain and scenic views over the Douro River and surrounding landscapes.
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.
BTT AFIFE 2026 is a recreational mountain bike event taking place on April 19, 2026, in Afife, Viana do Castelo, Portugal. The event features three distinct activities: a 35 km mountain bike ride, a 20 km mountain bike ride, and a 10 km walk.
The event is open to all participants in good physical condition, with no classification or ranking for the races. The start and finish are located at Pavilhão Municipal David Freitas in Afife. The courses traverse trails and paths in the parishes of Afife and Carreço, with medium difficulty terrain.
Participants can enjoy a supportive and recreational atmosphere with institutional support from local municipalities and parishes. The event also includes team prizes for the three most numerous teams and a raffle for three vouchers.
