MessengerVII Rio Paiva Trail
Event summary
The VII Trail do Rio Paiva is a competitive mountain trail running event scheduled for February 1, 2026, in Souselo, Cinfães, Portugal. This event offers four races: the TRP35K (35 km with 1600 m elevation gain), TRP23K (23 km with 1000 m elevation gain), TRP15K (15 km with 700 m elevation gain), and a non-competitive 10 km walk.
The races are open to all participants meeting the age requirements: 18+ for the 35K and 23K, 16+ for the 15K, and the walk is open to minors accompanied by adults. The competition includes individual and team classifications for the three trail races, with various age categories for men and women, making it inclusive for a broad range of trail runners.
The course features scenic landscapes along the trails of the Souselo, Tarouquela, Travanca, and Moimenta parishes, showcasing the beauty of the Paiva River and its tributaries. The event atmosphere is serious and competitive, supported by local institutions and organized with attention to safety and fair play. Additionally, a 10 km walk allows participants of all levels to enjoy the nature and community spirit.
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Start times per category/distance: TRP35K: 08:30, TRP23K: 09:00, TRP15K: 09:30, Caminhada (walk): 09:35
Bib pick-up time and location: January 31, 16:00–20:00 and February 1, 07:00–09:10 at Parque de Autocaravanismo de Souselo
Start/finish locations: Parque de Autocaravanismo de Souselo, Souselo, Cinfães
Age categories/divisions: • Juvenile (16–17, only 15K) • Junior (18–19, up to 23K) • Sub23 (20–22) • Seniors (23–34) • M35/F35 (35–39) • M40/F40 (40–44) • M45/F45 (45–49) • M50/F50 (50–54) • M55/F55 (55–59) • M60/F60 (60–64) • M65/F65 (65–69) • M70/F70 (70+)
Cut-off times: Maximum total time 5h30; last aid station barrier at 4h30
Registration deadline: January 25, 2026 for changes; final deadline implied by event date
Surface types: Mountain trails with significant elevation gain and natural terrain
Course format: Point-to-point loop starting and finishing at the same location
Timing method: Digital chip timing with individual and team classifications
Parking and shuttle details: Parking available near Escola Do 2º E 3º Ciclos Do Ensino Básico De Souselo
Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations with solid and liquid supplies at multiple points per distance, toilets at start/finish and transitions
Location
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Trail Run 35 km
Trail Run 23 km
Trail Run 15 km
Walking 10 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib, chip, t-shirt, and other event souvenirs
🏅 Finisher prize: event medal and t-shirt
⏱️ Timing + live results with chip timing and classifications by category and team
🛟 Safety support: volunteer teams, local firefighters, GNR police, and medical assistance
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident and liability coverage included
🥤 Aid stations: solid and liquid refreshments at multiple points along the routes
🚿 Showers and changing rooms available at local sports facilities
📸 Photography and video coverage (implied by image rights clause)
🍽️ Post-race lunch available at the finish area (optional, must be pre-registered)
🏆 Trophies for top finishers by overall and age groups and teams
