Rota das Ovelhas

The 44th Circuito de Atletismo “Vila de Odemira” will take place on April 3, 2026, in Odemira, Beja. This athletics event includes running races and a health walk with distances ranging from 150 meters for the youngest categories up to 8 kilometers for adults and masters.

Participation is open to all athletes, both federated and non-federated, including representation from clubs, companies, schools, and other organizations. The event features multiple age categories from toddlers to masters, with specific distances for each group.

The race routes are well-defined circuits in the town of Odemira, with support from local authorities and emergency services, creating a safe and organized environment for competitors of all ages.

The 28th Grande Prémio da Páscoa em Atletismo is a running event taking place on April 3, 2026, at Parque Urbano 25 de Abril in Alcácer do Sal, Setúbal. The event features multiple race distances including 10 km, 5 km, and kids’ runs of 300 m, 800 m, and 1000 m, as well as a 5 km walking route.

Open to all participants, the race includes categories for all ages from young children to veterans, making it a community-focused event. The courses run along the city outskirts and waterfront, providing a scenic urban setting.

The event offers a festive atmosphere with races for youth and adults, promoting broad participation and community engagement.

The 25th District Short Cross-Country Championship will take place on April 3, 2026, at E.M. Fontelo – Setor de Lançamentos. This cross-country running event features races for various age categories including Benjamins (Sub-10 to Sub-12), Infantis (Sub-14), Iniciados (Sub-16), Juvenis (Sub-18), Sub-20 to Senior, and Masters.

The championship is open to both affiliated and non-affiliated athletes across multiple youth and masters categories, providing competitive opportunities for a wide range of runners. The event is part of the district athletics calendar organized by the Portuguese Athletics Federation.

TRAIL KIDS Isabelinha 2026 is a fun and safe trail running event for children, taking place on April 4, 2026, at Largo Dr. Manuel Barbosa, Viatodos, Barcelos. The race is designed specifically for young participants, encouraging early sports practice in contact with nature within a family-friendly environment.

The event features age-specific distances: 250 meters for children up to 6 years old, 750 meters for ages 7 to 10, 1500 meters for ages 11 to 13, and 2100 meters for ages 14 to 15. Participation requires mandatory registration and is open to children aged 0 to 15 years.