Grande Trail da Serra D'Arga

The Azores Bravos Trail 2026 is a competitive trail-running event taking place on October 3, 2026, on Terceira Island in the Azores, Portugal. It features five linear, non-stop races with distances of 100.1 km, 51.8 km, 35.2 km, 15.5 km, and a 10 km walk.

The event is open to participants aged 12 and above depending on the race, with minimum ages of 12 for the walk, 16 for the 15.5 km race, and 20 for the longer distances. It is part of the Terceira Island Trail Running Circuit, scoring for the National League of the International Trail Running Association and the UTMB INDEX.

The courses traverse mountainous, muddy, and challenging terrain with significant elevation gains and losses, crossing public roads and private properties, requiring physical and mental endurance. The race atmosphere emphasizes fair play, respect for nature, and participant responsibility.

The Pisão Extreme 2026 is a skyrunning challenge through the dramatic Serra da Arada, organized by SpotCriativo Eventos with support from the São Pedro do Sul Municipality. Taking place on October 3–4, 2026, this event offers five circular trail courses, all under the auspices of the Portuguese Federation of Camping and Mountaineering (FCMP).

With distances ranging from 4 km to 65 km, Pisão Extreme caters to a wide spectrum of athletes — from beginners testing vertical gains to ultra-endurance mountain runners. Each course delivers rugged ascents, technical terrain, and breathtaking natural scenery.

This is not just a race — it’s a high-altitude test of resilience, autonomy, and mountain spirit.

Vouzela Epic Trails 2026 is a trail running event series taking place in Vouzela, Portugal, with the Trilho Medieval race scheduled for October 4, 2026. The event offers two trail distances: 10 km and 20 km, alongside pedestrian walking routes.

The races are open to all athletes, both federated and non-federated, with multiple age categories for men and women. Participants can compete in individual races or as part of clubs, with classifications for both individual and collective results.

Vouzela Epic Trails promotes the region as a prime destination for nature sports, encouraging healthy lifestyles and local community engagement. The event features a festive atmosphere with awards for top finishers and participants completing all three trail races in the series.

The Coutos Natura Challenge 2026 is a trail running event scheduled for September 27, 2026, in the Viseu district of Portugal, covering the parishes of Coutos de Viseu, Bodiosa, São Miguel do Mato, and Ribafeita. It offers four race options: a 30 km long trail, a 20 km short trail, a 10 km mini trail, and a 10 km non-competitive walk.

The event is open to athletes aged 18 and over for the competitive trails, with the mini trail open to those 13 and older, and the walk open to participants aged 4 and above with parental authorization. The race emphasizes ecological responsibility and cultural promotion of the region, featuring technical, wild, and challenging trails with granite formations, water crossings, and potentially muddy sections.

The event includes a festive atmosphere with a warm reception, speaker, abundant and warm aid stations, photographers, a large audience, and a final communal lunch, making it a celebration of trail running and community.