MessengerCoutos Natura Challenge
Event summary
The Coutos Natura Challenge (CNC) returns for its 3rd edition on October 5, 2025, offering a true celebration of trail running in the natural landscapes of Silgueiros de Bodiosa and Coutos de Viseu, Portugal. Participants will traverse technical granite trails, forest paths, and agricultural routes with varied distances to suit all levels.
More than just a race, CNC is a festive gathering, featuring warm welcomes, energetic speakers, local food, and scenic routes through water crossings, rocky terrain, and trails that reveal the rural soul of the region. With a supportive and inclusive atmosphere, this is a full-sensory trail experience.
Includes:
Type of race: Trail running (mountain/forest trail)
Date and location: October 5, 2025 – Silgueiros de Bodiosa, Viseu, Portugal
Distances offered:
• 10 km (Coutos Mini – 440D+)
• 17 km (Coutos Trail Curto – 670D+)
• 29 km (Coutos Trail Longo – 1400D+)
• 10 km hike (non-competitive walk)
Participant profile:
• Open to runners aged 13+ (Mini), 16+ (Curto), 18+ (Longo)
• All ages for the walk
Connection to cup/series: Independent local event
Unique scenery or terrain: Granite formations, river trails, forests, old mill paths
Race atmosphere: Festive, community-driven, supportive, wild and rugged
Suitability for beginners vs. experienced athletes:
• Walk and Mini trail are beginner-accessible
• Curto and Longo are suitable for trained trail runners
Team, relay, or parallel events:
• Team classification based on top 3 times
• Age-group podiums and team awards
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Start times:
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09:00 – Trail Longo 29km
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09:10 – Trail Curto 17km & Mini Trail 10km
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09:30 – 10km Walk
Cut-off times:
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29km – 6 hours
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17km – 4 hours
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10km (run) – 3 hours
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Walk – until the end of the last competitive race
Start/finish location:
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Campo de Futebol, next to Igreja de Santa Marinha, Silgueiros de Bodiosa
Bib pick-up:
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October 4: 15:00–20:00
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October 5: 07:00–08:30
Course format: Circular loops with marked signage (orange tape, signs, alerts)
Surface types: Mountain trails, forest, rocks, farm paths, river zones
Timing: Electronic chip timing (except walk); manual spot checks
Age categories:
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Mini (13+), Curto (16+), Longo (18+), detailed age group brackets by 5-year intervals
Aid stations: -
Liquid and solid stations on all trail courses (bring own cup)
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Locations announced in final athlete guide
Mandatory gear (varies by distance): -
Race bib, mobile phone, emergency blanket, water (0.5L–1L), whistle
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Recommended: waterproof jacket, headlamp, cup
Registration link: https://waitastart.com
Registration deadlines: -
Open: May 4 to September 21, 2025 (or until limit is reached)
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Participant limit: 600 total
Insurance: Personal accident insurance included (with deductible paid by athlete)
Course monitoring: Live checkpoints and surprise gear checks
Regulation link
Location
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Walking
Trail Run 10 km
Trail Run 17 km
Trail Run 29 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: race bib, chip (for timed events), technical socks, optional shirt
🏅 Finisher prize: medal for all trail runners
⏱️ Timing + live results by category (chip + surprise checkpoints)
🛟 Safety support: medical posts at start/finish and along course
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident coverage included (excl. deductibles)
🥤 Aid stations: food and hydration at checkpoints (BYO cup)
🚿 Showers, changing rooms: available at designated pavilion
🧳 Drop-bag/gear transport: not mentioned
📸 Photography/video coverage: not specified
🚌 Transport between zones: not needed (all loops start/end same place)
🧖 Post-race meal: lunch included for all runners (local food)
🏆 Trophies or podium awards:
• Top 3 overall and per age group per distance
• Top 3 teams (based on 3 fastest finishers)
• Most represented teams also recognized
