8th Chícharo da Serra Trail

  • Sun, November 16, 2025
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Event summary

The 8th Edition Trail do Chícharo da Serra is a trail running event scheduled for November 16, 2025, in Santa Catarina da Serra, near Leiria, Portugal. It offers several distances: 32 km Trail, 19 km Trail Sprint, 13 km Mini Trail, and a 10 km non-competitive walk, catering to a broad range of participants.

This event is open to all trail enthusiasts and is part of the local sports calendar, promoting the territory of Santa Catarina da Serra while integrating with the annual Gastronomic Festival “Chícharo da Serra.” The courses mainly traverse ancient trails, paths, and tracks (about 95%) in the region, providing a unique experience through scenic and challenging terrain.

The race atmosphere is vibrant and community-oriented, supported by local organizations and the municipality, offering competitive races along with a family-friendly walking event. Team and individual categories allow for trophies and prizes, enhancing the competitive spirit and community involvement.

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Start/finish locations: Parque Desportivo da União Desportiva da Serra, Santa Catarina da Serra

Age categories/divisions: Categories assigned automatically based on participant data; age groups follow FPA criteria for 2026 season (age at September 30, 2026)

Registration deadline: November 7, 2025

Link to full regulation: Official Rules

Surface types: Approximately 95% trails, paths, and old rural tracks

Course format: Single-loop courses for each distance starting and ending at the same location

Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations and control points along the routes; specifics not detailed


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Benefits

🎽 Athlete kit included with registration (details not specified)
🏅 Prizes and trophies for top finishers overall and by age categories, plus best teams
⏱️ Timing and classification by age and category (method not detailed)
🛟 Safety support with required medical assistance and security forces as mandated
🛡️ Insurance covering personal accident and liability as required by law
🥤 Aid stations and control points along the routes
🏆 Awards for individual and team performances, plus special prizes such as ‘meta volante’


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