Maratona da Europa - Aveiro

MIUT® – Madeira Island Ultra-Trail® 2026 is one of Europe’s most iconic trail running events, taking place from April 22 to April 26, 2026, on Madeira Island, Portugal. Organized by the Clube de Montanha do Funchal, the event crosses the island from coast to coast, showcasing Madeira’s dramatic mountains, forests, levadas, and volcanic landscapes.

The event features five single-stage, non-stop races, all run on linear courses:

• MIUT LEGEND – 110 km

• MIUT ADVANCED – 80 km

• MIUT DISCOVER – 56 km

• MIUT MARATHON – 40 km

• MIUT STARTER – 17 km

With approximately 3,500 participants across all distances, MIUT® combines elite competition with amateur participation, maintaining a strong focus on self-sufficiency, safety, environmental respect, and fair play. The race is internationally recognized and requires ITRA points for the longer distances, reinforcing its status as a high-level trail running challenge.

The Farol Adventure Trail – Flores Azores (FAT) returns on 25 April 2026, offering runners an unforgettable journey across the dramatic landscapes of Flores Island, Azores. Starting from the iconic Farol do Albarnaz and finishing at Farol da Ponta das Lajes, the event showcases lush valleys, coastal cliffs, volcanic formations, and waterfalls such as Poço do Bacalhau and Poço do Ferreiro.

This is more than a race—it’s an immersion into the island’s natural beauty and cultural heritage, passing through all parishes in the municipality of Lajes das Flores. Certified by the Associação de Trail Running de Portugal (ATRP), FAT is part of the National Trail Circuit, attracting both competitive trail athletes and nature enthusiasts.

Distances cater to different levels:

FAT36 – 36 km long trail (National Circuit Series 150)

FAT18 – 18 km sprint trail (National Sprint Circuit Series 150 + Youth Circuit)

FAT09 – 9 km short trail

FAT09c – 9 km walk (non-competitive)

With a friendly and community-driven atmosphere, the FAT blends elite competition with local hospitality, making it one of the most scenic and unique trail experiences in Portugal.

The VIII Trail Vila de Alegrete is a trail running event taking place on April 26, 2026, in Alegrete. It offers three main distances: Long Trail (31 km), Short Trail (20 km), and Mini Trail (12 km), along with a Kids Run for ages 5 to 15 on April 25.

This event is part of the Circuito Distrital de Trail da Associação de Atletismo do Distrito de Portalegre (AADP), including categories for youth and adults. It promotes sport among young people and provides an inclusive experience for participants with disabilities who meet minimum participation conditions.

The atmosphere is community-oriented with support from local organizations, featuring competitive and youth trail running alongside a walking event.

The Skyrace® Serra dos Passos 2026 is a skyrunning event taking place on April 26, 2026, in Passos, Mirandela, Portugal. It features two competitive races: the Mini Skyrace® Serra dos Passos 10K and the Skyrace® Serra dos Passos 22K, certified by the International Skyrunning Federation (ISF).

The races cover technical trails through the Serra dos Passos and Serra de Santa Comba mountains, offering spectacular views of the Trás-Os-Montes region. The event is open to both federated and non-federated athletes, with a registration limit of 400 participants.

It is part of several national skyrunning championships and series, including the Skyrunning Portugal Series and the National Skyrunning Championships. The race promotes fair play, respect for nature, and a healthy lifestyle, with a competitive yet environmentally conscious atmosphere.