MessengerI Trail Cidade de Faro
Event summary
The I Trail Cidade de Faro will take place on 28 September 2025 in Estoi, Faro, Portugal, as part of the Faro Ativo 2025 program. Organised by Associação Temivels d’Atalaia in partnership with the Municipality of Faro, this debut edition offers a 15 km Trail Sprint with approximately 580 m of elevation gain. The route explores rural tracks, municipal roads, and trails around the charming village of Estoi, showcasing the natural beauty of Faro’s countryside. Open to participants aged 16+ (minors with guardian consent), the event welcomes trail enthusiasts of all levels, from first‑timers to experienced runners. Participants can expect a friendly atmosphere, well‑marked trails, and a mix of sporting challenge with community spirit.
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Start times per category/distance:
• 15 km Trail Sprint: 09:30
Bib pick-up time and location:
• 27 September: 16:00–19:30 – Decathlon store, Faro (near Fórum Algarve)
• 28 September: 08:15–09:15 – at start area (Estoi, next to Moto Clube de Estoy Ossónoba)
Start/finish locations:
Estoi – next to Moto Clube de Estoy Ossónoba
Age categories/divisions:
• Male & Female: Sub‑23 (16–23), Seniors (23–34), M/F35, M/F40, M/F45, M/F50, M/F55, M/F60+
Cut-off times:
• 3h30
Registration deadline:
• 23 September 2025 at 23:59
Link to full regulation:
Official Rules
Surface types:
Trails, rural tracks, municipal roads
Course format:
Point‑to‑point loop starting and finishing in Estoi
Timing method:
Electronic chip timing
Toilets and aid station placement:
Liquid and solid aid stations during the course and at finish (exact locations TBA)
Location
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Trail Run 15 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: Medal finisher, event t‑shirt, race bib, headlamp, light breakfast, personal accident insurance, access to aid stations (liquids & solids), showers, bifana with drink at finish
🏅 Finisher prize: Yes – finisher medal
🏆 Awards:
• Top 3 male & female overall
• Top 3 per age category
• Top 3 teams (male & female)
🛟 Safety support: Ambulance, emergency vehicles, race marshals
🛡️ Insurance: Personal accident insurance included
🥤 Aid stations: Liquid & solid refreshment stations mid‑course and at finish
🚿 Showers/changing rooms: Available at venue
📸 Photography/video coverage: Event photos for promotion
🧖 Massage/post‑race meals: Included bifana & drink
