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The Desafio Picos do Açor 2025 is a trail running event taking place on December 14, 2025, in Arganil, Portugal. It offers multiple distances to challenge participants: 32 km with 2000 m elevation gain, 18 km with 1000 m elevation gain, 13 km with 550 m elevation gain, and a 13 km walk with 350 m elevation gain. There is also a special event for kids called Açor Trail Kids, for ages 6 to 15 with parental authorization.
The race is open to a wide range of participants, with age restrictions varying by distance, including a minimum age of 20 for the longest trail and open access for the walk. The 32 km trail is part of the Circuito Distrital de Trail Longo de Coimbra, making it a competitive race for regional ranking.
The course traverses the Serra do Açor, featuring mountainous terrain with significant elevation changes and scenic landscapes through local villages. The event fosters a supportive and nature-respecting atmosphere, including an ExpoTrail event and activities for families and children, making it both a competitive and community-oriented race.
The São Silvestre El Corte Inglés 2025 is a running event taking place on December 14, 2025, at Praça do Duque de Saldanha, Lisbon. It features a 10 km race, a 5 km walk, and a 500 m kids’ race, making it suitable for participants of all ages and fitness levels.
This event welcomes all runners and walkers without the need for a license, offering categories for juniors, seniors, veterans, and children. The race combines a festive and family-friendly atmosphere with competitive spirit, providing hydration stations and solid refreshments along the course and at the finish line.
Participants will enjoy urban Lisbon scenery with a course starting and finishing at the iconic Praça do Duque de Saldanha. The event also includes team and family packs to encourage group participation, making it an inclusive celebration of sport and community.
The inaugural S. Silvestre de Arrifana will take place on December 14, 2025, at 6:00 PM, in Arrifana, a parish in the municipality of Santa Maria da Feira.
Organized by the Arrifana Parish Council, with the support of Santa Maria da Feira City Council, this festive night event includes a 10 km competitive race and a 5 km family walk.
Open to athletes of all levels and ages, the race promises a safe, well-organized course, a strong local community spirit, and generous post-race rewards. It offers a perfect blend of competition and celebration to close out the year with health and energy.
The 2nd Trail Winter Challenge S.A. – Vila Galé Ericeira will take place on December 14, 2025, starting and finishing at Hotel Vila Galé Ericeira (Baleia & Sul Beach area). Organized under the Challenge S.A. Circuit, this eco-friendly trail running event promotes mountain running, environmental awareness, and sustainable practices.
The program features a Long Trail (~20 km), a Short Trail (~12 km), and a 12 km Walk. The routes run through natural paths and coastal landscapes overlooking the Atlantic, offering a mix of inland trails and sea views.
With strong environmental values — including plogging initiatives and a “leave only footprints” policy — the event combines sport, community, and nature preservation.
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