VALONGO NIGHT TRAIL
Event summary
The Trail Noturno de Valongo 2025 is a night trail running event taking place on December 13, 2025, in Valongo, Portugal. It offers three distances: a Long Trail of 21 km, a Short Trail of 13 km, and a 9 km walk, welcoming participants aged 16 and over for the trail races, and children accompanied by an adult for the walk. This event is part of the Valongo Trails Circuit, adding competitive value as the second race in the series.
The race stands out for its nighttime setting in mountainous terrain, specifically through the Serra de Quinta Rei trails, providing a unique and challenging experience with marked paths visible only with headlamps or flashlights. The atmosphere combines the thrill of night trail running with a communal spirit supported by local organizations including the municipality and firefighters.
Alongside individual races, team classifications are also contested, with trophies awarded to top teams and the three largest teams recognized across the circuit. The event includes a festive finish with traditional refreshments, creating a welcoming environment for all participants.
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Start times per category/distance:
• Trail Longo 21 km: 19h00
• Trail Curto 13 km: 19h30
• Caminhada 9 km: 19h35
Bib pick-up time and location:
• December 12, 19h00–22h00
• December 13, 10h00–12h30 and 14h00–18h00
• Location: Escola EB 2/3 Vallis Longus
Start/finish locations: Escola EB 2/3 Vallis Longus, Valongo
Age categories/divisions:
• Trail races: 16 years and older
• Walk: children accompanied by an adult
Cut-off times: 4 hours for the 21 km trail, with a 2-hour barrier at 8 km aid station
Registration deadline: November 30, 2025, at 23:59
Link to full regulation: Official Rules
Surface types: Mountain trails, marked with reflectors visible only by headlamp
Course format: Point-to-point trail through Serra de Quinta Rei
Timing method: Electronic chip timing with control points throughout the course
Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations located on course without disposable cups or bottles; athletes must carry their own hydration containers
Location
get directionsRaces
Trail Run 21 km
Trail Run 13 km
Walking 9 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib number, reflective t-shirt or other gift
🏅 Finisher prize: not explicitly stated but includes traditional refreshments at the finish
⏱️ Timing + live results via electronic chip timing with intermediate control points
🛟 Safety support: emergency and medical teams, municipal and volunteer fire brigade support
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included in registration fee
🥤 Aid stations: food and hydration provided, but no disposable cups or bottles; athletes must bring their own hydration system
🚿 Showers available
📸 Photography/video coverage: images may be taken and used for promotion with participant consent
🏆 Trophies awarded for individual categories and teams
