Corrida de Reis

Trilhos dos Reis 2026 is a trail running event taking place on January 10 and 11, 2026, in Portalegre, Portugal. The event features multiple distances including the Ultra Trilhos dos Reis (48 km), Trilhos dos Reis (31 km), Mini Trilhos dos Reis (18 km), a 12 km walk, and a night run for kids (Kids Night Run) in the city center.

The races are open to all qualified athletes with age restrictions depending on the distance, starting from 18 or 20 years for the longer distances and no restrictions for the walk. The event provides a challenging and fun trail experience across mountainous and agricultural terrain with varying surfaces and elevation profiles, including significant altitude gain.

The atmosphere is inclusive with competitive individual and team classifications, awards for general and age categories, and additional activities like a kids’ night run, making it family-friendly and festive. The event is organized by DAP – Associação de Desporto e Aventura de Portalegre and is well supported with safety measures and technical assistance.

The Vouga Trail 2026 is a trail running event taking place from January 9 to 11, 2026, in Sever do Vouga, Portugal. It offers a variety of race distances, including ultra (55 km), long (38 km), short (20 km), mini (12 km), and uphill (5 km) trails, as well as a non-competitive 12 km walk and a kids’ social event with distances from 500 to 2000 meters adjusted by age.

This event is open mainly to adult athletes (18+), with younger categories for mini and kids events, and includes timed races with official classification. It features challenging elevation profiles, with up to 2800 meters of positive climb, across natural heritage areas with lush trails, riverbanks, levadas, and scenic mountain views around the Serra da Freita, Arestal, and Ladário massifs.

The atmosphere combines competitive trail racing with social and family-oriented activities, including the Vouga Kids event and a walking trail, making it inclusive for various participant profiles. The event also offers a multi-stage Green Stages race totaling 63 km, spread over three days.

The Terra de Gigantes Ultramarathon 2026 will be held from January 15–18, 2026, starting at 11:00 AM from Torre, Serra da Estrela — Portugal’s highest point — and finishing in Nazaré, home of the world’s biggest waves. Organized by Horizontes Turismo Desportivo and Associação Interior Convida, the race challenges athletes with an epic 303.8 km journey across Portugal, combining extreme distance, harsh winter conditions, and significant elevation gain.

The route traverses mountain ranges, historic villages, faith paths near Fátima, and remote schist and xisto trails, before culminating on the Atlantic coast. With 74 hours to complete the challenge and semi-self-sufficiency rules, this is a true test of endurance, courage, and resilience.

The 7th Corrida dos Reis – Benção do Atleta is a running event taking place on January 4, 2026, in Fátima, Portugal. The event features a main race of 10 km and a youth race with distances varying by age group, along with a non-competitive 10 km walk.

This event is open to all runners who meet the registration requirements, with categories for juniors, seniors, and veterans, and includes team classifications as well. The race is held in a festive atmosphere with a blessing ceremony for athletes before the start, making it a special occasion to celebrate sport and community.

The course runs along Avenida Dom José Alves Correia da Silva, near the Posto de Turismo de Fátima, offering a scenic and accessible urban route. The event also features awards ceremonies for both the main and youth races, emphasizing both competition and participation.