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The V Caminhada e Corrida Festa do Porco is a running and walking event taking place on March 22, 2026, in Nespereira, Gouveia, Guarda. The event features a running race of approximately 15 km and a walking route of about 8 km, both starting and finishing in front of the Junta de Freguesia.

This event is open to the general public with no age restrictions mentioned. Participants can also opt for an optional paid lunch after the race and walk. The race has a time limit of 3 hours and emphasizes respect for traffic rules on some road sections.

The event is organized by the Junta de Freguesia de Nespereira with the support of various entities and volunteers, creating a community atmosphere. Awards will be given to the top three male and female finishers in the general classification.

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.

LYNX MOURA 2026 is an obstacle race taking place on March 22, 2026, in Moura, Portugal. The race starts and finishes at the Castelo de Moura and features three distances: 2 km (Kids), 5 km (Fun), and 10 km (Competition and Fun).

The event is part of the LIGA OCR 2026 by FPOCR and offers categories for federated athletes in Liga Elite and Liga Competitive, as well as Competitive and Open categories for others. The course challenges participants with trails through olive groves, steep paths, a stream, a waterfall, and a pool, providing a unique Alentejo adventure experience.

LYNX MOURA 2026 combines competition and fun, with timed races and obstacle challenges suitable for different skill levels, including a kids’ race, making it an inclusive event for families and competitive athletes alike.

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.