
63rd INTERNATIONAL GRAND PRIX OF THE CITY OF VISEU
Event summary
The 63rd Grande Prémio Internacional da Cidade de Viseu is a historic 10K road running race held on November 2, 2025, in the city of Viseu, Portugal. This is the oldest running event in the country, with a tradition spanning 63 years, attracting both senior and veteran athletes aged 18 and above. The race features a 10 km distance for seniors and veterans, starting at 10:15 AM.
Alongside the main 10K, the event offers shorter distances for younger athletes in the ‘Mini Campeões’ category, including distances of approximately 1000m for Benjamins and Infantis, 2000m for Iniciados, and 3000m for Juvenis, with morning start times from 9:30 AM to 9:40 AM. The event is open to both federated and non-federated athletes, making it accessible for a wide range of participants.
The race boasts a festive family atmosphere with separate classifications for men and women and team competitions for different youth categories. The course passes through various parishes of Viseu, starting and finishing at the same location, making it a unique urban running experience embedded in local tradition.
Add to your Events
Add to your plan and stay organized for upcoming events.
Plan itInformation
Start times per category/distance:
• Benjamins and Infantis (~1000m): 09:30
• Iniciados (~2000m) and Juvenis (~3000m): 09:40
• Seniores and all Veterans (10K): 10:15
Bib pick-up time and location: To be announced; secretariat closes at 09:00 on race day
Start/finish locations: Same location in the city of Viseu (specific location not specified)
Age categories/divisions:
• Benjamins (2014-2017, ~8-11 years)
• Infantis (2012-2013, ~12-13 years)
• Iniciados (2010-2011, ~14-15 years)
• Juvenis (2008-2009, ~16-17 years)
• Seniores (18-34 years)
• Veterans M35, M40, M45, M50, M55, M60+ (men and women)
Registration deadline: October 26, 2025, 23:59
Surface types: Road/asphalt (urban course through Viseu)
Course format: Loop course with start and finish at the same location
Timing method: Electronic chip timing integrated in bib
Drop bag policy: Space for small valuables available for 1 euro, no detailed drop-bag info
Toilets and aid station placement: Intermediate aid stations with water and isotonic drinks; final aid station with finisher kit (water, fruit, sweets)
Location
get directionsRaces
Road Running 10 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib with integrated chip
🏅 Finisher prize: finisher medal for all participants
⏱️ Timing + live results by category via electronic chip system
🛟 Safety support: medical assistance and event organization support
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included for all participants
🥤 Aid stations: intermediate water and isotonic drinks; post-race finisher kit with water, fruit, and sweets
🧳 Small valuables storage available for 1 euro
🏆 Trophies awarded to top individual and team finishers in youth and senior categories