FRANQUEIRA ADVENTURE 2026

Corrida 4 Estações Primavera Avelar is a road running event taking place on April 26, 2026, in Avelar, Portugal. The event features a competitive 10 km race and a non-competitive 5 km walk, both starting and finishing at Praça Costa Rêgo near Jardim de Avelar.

The 10 km race is open to all runners and is part of the recognized Corrida 4 Estações circuit, promoting healthy lifestyles and regional engagement. The walk is open to participants of all ages, including children under 12, who receive a medal and insurance coverage.

The event offers a dynamic and engaging atmosphere, emphasizing sport, community, and regional promotion, with awards for individual and team performances, including categories for athletes with disabilities.

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 Trail “Limites vs Mente” is a trail running event taking place on May 17, 2026, in Aldeia Nova, Trancoso, Portugal. It offers three distances: a long trail of 19 km, a short trail of 12 km, and a 7 km walk, all featuring challenging terrain with significant elevation gain.

Open to participants aged 16 and over for the trail distances, and open to all ages for the walk (children under 10 must be accompanied). The event emphasizes personal challenge and mental strength, set in the natural and cultural landscape of Beira Alta.

The race includes a circular route with technical sections, water crossings, and forest paths, fostering competition and community participation with a festive atmosphere including post-race lunch and music.

The Sunrise Trail Running Ferreira do Alentejo is a trail running event taking place on May 17, 2026, in Ferreira do Alentejo, Beja. It features three races: a 30 km Trail TL30K, a 15 km Trail Sprint TC15K, and a 10 km Caminhada C10K walk.

The event is open to all participants, federated or not, with age limits depending on the race: 20+ for the 30 km, 18+ for the 15 km, and no age limit for the 10 km walk (minors must be accompanied by an adult). The competitive races are part of the CTBA – Circuito de Trail do Baixo Alentejo.

The courses include rural and urban trails with natural terrain, avoiding paved roads except for access routes, and feature aid stations with solid and liquid supplies. The atmosphere combines competition with a social and solidarity spirit, supporting the local volunteer firefighters association.