The 3rd Edition of the “Azeite Porca de Murça” Race and Walk will take place on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at the Parque Urbano de Murça in Vila Real, Portugal. This event features a 10 km race and a 5 km walk, with an additional Kids Race for children aged 12 and under.
The race is open to all participants aged 18 and over, while the walk has no minimum age requirement. The courses pass through the main streets of Murça, including the historic center and notable monuments, offering a scenic urban experience.
The event fosters healthy living and sports practice, with a festive atmosphere including awards for top finishers, the largest team, the best local athlete, and the oldest participant. The Kids Race is held on a circuit within the Parque Urbano, making the event family-friendly.
The VIII Queiriga Trail is a trail running event taking place on March 22, 2026, in Queiriga, Viseu district, Portugal. It offers three routes: a 23 km Short Trail with approximately 900 meters of elevation gain, a 12 km Mini Trail with about 350 meters of elevation gain, and a 12 km Walk following the same route as the Mini Trail.
The event is open to participants aged 18 and older for the trail distances, with no age restrictions for the walk. It promotes physical activity and active tourism while showcasing the historical, cultural, and environmental heritage of the region. The atmosphere encourages ethical sportsmanship and community engagement.
Alongside individual participation, the event includes support such as aid stations, medical posts, and access to changing facilities, making it suitable for a wide range of trail enthusiasts.
The 5th Meia Maratona Douro Verde is a half marathon running event scheduled for March 22, 2026, in Ribadouro (Baião), Portugal, along the scenic banks of the Douro River. The race includes a main 21 km half marathon, a relay option splitting the distance into 11 km and 10 km segments, and a non-competitive approximately 10 km walk.
This event is open to all runners, both federated and non-federated, across various age categories from juniors to veterans. It offers monetary prizes for top finishers overall and in age categories, as well as team awards, creating a competitive yet inclusive atmosphere. The course boasts unique, picturesque views as it follows the river and crosses the iconic Carrapatelo dam.
The race atmosphere blends competitive spirit with community engagement, supported by local municipalities. The event also includes relay teams and a family-friendly walk, making it suitable for a wide range of participants and promoting health and quality of life through sport.
The Meia Maratona Baía do Seixal 2026 will take place on March 22, 2026, along the bay connecting the cities of Seixal and Amora, offering a scenic and fast urban riverside course. The event includes three different distances, making it accessible to competitive runners, recreational athletes, and families.
Participants can choose between the Half Marathon (21.097 km), the 10 km race, or the 5 km walk/run. The Half Marathon and 10 km races are officially certified and homologated by the Portuguese Athletics Federation (FPA) and World Athletics, ensuring accurate measurement and official results.
With flat out-and-back routes along the riverfront, the event combines strong competitive standards with a vibrant atmosphere, bringing together athletes, clubs, and the local community in one of the most emblematic running events in the Seixal region.
The 2nd Trail Spring Challenge S.A. – Vila Galé is a mountain trail running event taking place on March 22, 2026, at Praia Ribeira d’Ilhas in Ericeira. The event features competitive trail races of approximately 20 km (long) and 12 km (short), as well as a non-competitive leisure walk of about 12 km.
Open to participants aged 12 and above (walk) and 18 and above (trail races), the event is part of the Circuito Challenge S.A. 2026 series. The courses traverse natural trails with stunning coastal views, combining mountain terrain with sea vistas.
The race atmosphere encourages environmental awareness and sustainability, including a plogging initiative to collect litter during the walk. The event welcomes a broad range of participants, including inclusive categories for visually impaired athletes with guides, and allows family and friends to enjoy a day at the beach alongside the competition.
The 7th Trail da Primavera is a trail running event taking place on March 22, 2026, in Ademas, Santiago do Cacém. It offers three distances: a 25 km long trail, a 15 km short trail, and a 10 km leisure walk.
The event is open to all interested participants meeting physical conditions, with age minimums of 16 years for the short trail and 18 years for the long trail. The walk is not recommended for children under 10 unless accompanied by an adult. Both federated and non-federated athletes can participate individually or representing clubs.
The courses traverse local mountain ranges, trails, and rural roads, with marked routes. The event promotes regional traditions and sports practice, with a festive atmosphere including a prize ceremony and athlete lunch.
The XXIV 12km Salvaterra de Magos, organized by ACS – Amigos da Corrida de Salvaterra, is a road running event scheduled for March 22, 2026, starting at 10:00 AM in Largo dos Combatentes, Salvaterra de Magos. The event offers several distances including a 12km main race, a 6th Mini-Corrida of 5km, and a 5km walking event “Mexa-se por nós.”
This race is open to all participants aged 18 and above for the 12km race, 15 and above for the 5km Mini-Corrida, and open to all ages for the walking event. It provides a festive and community-oriented atmosphere with multiple race options, including individual and team competitions, making it suitable for a wide range of runners and walkers.
The courses feature routes through the streets of Salvaterra de Magos, including scenic stretches along the Vala and river Tejo for the walking event. The event also includes trophies for various categories such as overall winners, veterans, and teams, contributing to a competitive yet inclusive environment.
Quinhendros Trail 2026 is a trail running event scheduled for March 22, 2026, in Montemor-O-Velho, Portugal. The race features three distances: Mini Trail 12K, Short Trail 16K, and a 10K Walk, with the Short Trail 16K being part of the ADAC District Trail Running Circuit.
The event is open to all participants, with the Short Trail 16K requiring athletes to be affiliated with the Associação de Atletismo de Coimbra (ADAC) to score points in the district circuit, while the Mini Trail allows younger athletes (16-17 years) with parental consent. The courses traverse emblematic zones of Quinhendros and Montemor-O-Velho, including historical and natural landmarks.
The atmosphere combines sport and community engagement, promoting local heritage and tourism. The race includes warm-up sessions, briefings, and an awards ceremony, creating a festive yet competitive environment. Participants can enjoy the scenic countryside and cultural routes that make this trail unique.
The IX Trail do Pote Gondar e Orbacem is a trail running event taking place on March 22, 2026, in Gondar, Caminha, Portugal. This exciting race offers three main activities: a competitive Long Trail of approximately 28.5 km with 1,090 meters of positive elevation gain, a competitive Short Trail of around 19.5 km with 890 meters of elevation gain, and a non-competitive Walk of about 11.6 km with 295 meters of elevation gain.
The event is open to all athletes who feel physically prepared, with age minimums of 18 years for the Long Trail, 14 years for the Short Trail, and 12 years for the Walk (with parental authorization for minors). Participation requires association with the ATP and presentation of a sports license number.
The races feature varied terrain including mountain paths, forest roads, streams, and rocky sections, unfolding in the scenic mountain regions of Gondar and Orbacém. The atmosphere is inclusive, welcoming competitive runners as well as walkers, with well-organized support and a festive prize ceremony to celebrate achievements across multiple age categories and team classifications.
The 2nd Edition CHE a Correr is a running and walking event taking place on March 22, 2026, in Mora, Évora, Portugal. It offers a 9 km running race and a 6 km walking route, appealing to a wide range of participants from children aged 6 years and above for the walk, and adults 18 years and older for the race.
The event is open to all, with no license required, focusing on promoting sport and healthy living within the community. The competition route goes through the main streets of Mora, providing a unique urban landscape and a friendly atmosphere.
This event features a festive and inclusive vibe, with both competitive race and recreational walking options, as well as prize money and trophies for top finishers, enhancing the competitive spirit and community engagement.
