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Event summary
The Vulcan Trail 2026, organized by Grupo Desportivo de Igreja Nova, will take place on January 4, 2026, in Igreja Nova, Mafra. The event features three options: Trail Longo (20+ km), Trail Curto (12+ km), and a non-competitive Caminhada. It is part of the Mafra Trail Running Series and aims to promote healthy lifestyles, environmental awareness, and local trail culture. Participants compete across several age divisions and enjoy a scenic route through rural and wooded terrain, with elevation and technical elements. The race is semi self-sufficient, requiring athletes to carry their own hydration system. All competitive participants receive electronic timing, and finishers earn medals. Team participation is encouraged, with prizes for both individual and group results. The event ends with an optional hot meal and social gathering. The organization enforces sustainability practices, including no single-use cups at aid stations.
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Start times per category/distance:
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Trail Longo (K20+): 09:00
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Trail Curto (K12+): 09:30
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Caminhada: 09:35
Bib pick-up time and location:
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January 4, 2026 (race day), from 07:00
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Location: Campo de Futebol do Grupo Desportivo de Igreja Nova
Start/finish location: Campo de Futebol do Grupo Desportivo de Igreja Nova, Igreja Nova, Mafra
Age categories/divisions:
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Sub-23 (18–22)
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Seniores (23–39)
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Vet I (40–44)
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Vet II (45–49)
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Vet III (50–54)
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Vet IV (55–59)
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Vet V (60–64)
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Vet VI (65–69)
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Vet VII (70+)
(Applicable to Trail Curto and Trail Longo; Caminhada is non-competitive)
Cut-off times:
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Trail Longo: 4 hours
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Trail Curto and Caminhada: not specified
Registration deadline: December 28, 2025
T-shirt orders close December 15
Link to full regulation: 📎 Official Regulation PDF
Surface types: Mixed trail terrain with rural, forest, and off-road segments; minor urban crossing
Course format: Loop for all distances
Timing method: Electronic chip timing (Trail Longo and Trail Curto only)
Parking and shuttle details: Not specified
Drop bag policy: Not mentioned
Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations along the course; no disposable cups. Toilets available at race HQ
Location
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Trail Run 20 km
Trail Run 12 km
Walking 8 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: Bib number, technical event t-shirt (for those registered by December 15), participation gifts from sponsors
🏅 Finisher prize: Medal for all finishers (Trail Curto and Trail Longo only)
⏱️ Timing: Electronic chip timing for Trail Curto and Trail Longo
🛟 Safety support: Medical assistance and on-course supervision provided by certified staff
🛡️ Insurance: Personal accident insurance included for all registered participants
🥤 Aid stations: Solid and liquid support during the race — no disposable cups provided (BYO bottle mandatory)
🚿 Showers and changing rooms: Available at the race venue (Campo de Futebol, Igreja Nova)
📸 Photography: Official event photos published post-race
🏆 Awards ceremony: Podium awards for top 3 male and female finishers in each age category (Trail races) and for top 3 teams
🧖 Post-race meal: Optional warm meal (requires meal ticket at registration)
