Running
263 Races
The Trail Marvão 2026 is a trail running event scheduled for March 1, 2026, in Santo António das Areias, Portugal. It includes two trail running races—a Trail Curto of approximately 21 km and a Mini Trail of about 12 km—plus a walking event of around 11 km. These races take place on trails, rural paths, and agricultural terrains in the Serra de S. Mamede Natural Park, offering scenic routes through emblematic locations in the Marvão municipality.
The event is open to all participants, with minimum age requirements of 18 years for Trail Curto, 16 years for Mini Trail, and 12 years for the walk (minors on the walk must be accompanied by parents or have authorization). The courses feature some technical and physically demanding sections, accessible yet challenging for all levels. The race atmosphere is community-focused and welcoming, with organized aid stations and support along the way.
The event includes individual and team classifications with prizes for various age groups and categories, promoting both competitive spirit and participation. Additional amenities such as showers and finisher awards contribute to a festive and satisfying race experience.
The 16th Edition Passeio/Marathon BTT "Já T'Agarro" is a mountain bike marathon event taking place on March 1, 2026, starting at Largo da Liberdade in Branca, Coruche, Santarém district.
The event offers two distances: a 70 km marathon and a 40 km half-marathon, open to all participants without the need for a sports license. The marathon requires GPS navigation, while the half-marathon is marked along the route.
This non-competitive event emphasizes tourism and culture, featuring routes on municipal roads, trails, and paths in the Branca parish, with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere including a pedestrian walk and a communal lunch.
The 12 km Manteigas – Penhas Douradas mountain race will take place on March 1, 2026, organized by the CCD dos Trabalhadores da Câmara Municipal de Manteigas with support from the local municipality. This event features a mountain running race of approximately 12 km with a predominantly uphill course, as well as a non-competitive 7 km walk.
The race is open to all participants, individual or collective, without distinction of gender or nationality, and includes multiple age categories from 18 years and above. The course starts in front of the Manteigas City Hall and finishes at the Largo do Vale Formoso in Penhas Douradas, with three aid stations along the route providing liquids and solids.
Participants can enjoy the challenging uphill terrain through the streets of Manteigas and forest roads leading to the meteorological observatory. The event also offers a festive atmosphere with awards, including monetary prizes, trophies, and participation gifts such as technical t-shirts and medals for runners, and t-shirts for walkers.
Duathlon events in Portugal for 2026 are organized by the Federação de Triatlo de Portugal, representing a comprehensive national calendar of competitions across various regions. These events offer diverse distances and formats, including individual and team competitions, making them accessible to a wide range of athletes from beginners to elite levels.
The competitions are linked to national championships and club series, fostering a competitive yet inclusive atmosphere. The events often take place in scenic locations throughout Portugal, providing athletes with unique landscapes and terrain challenges. The atmosphere is typically vibrant and community-focused, with some events featuring relay formats and categories for different age groups.
The IX Nelas Trail Running is a trail running event taking place on March 1, 2026, in Nelas, Viseu. It offers multiple distances: a long trail of approximately 25 km, a short trail of 15 km, a mini trail of 10 km, and a 10 km walking route. This variety caters to different levels of trail runners and walkers.
The event is open to all participants aged 18 and over for the trail races, with a special provision for under-18 athletes in the mini trail upon submitting a responsibility term. The walking route has no minimum age requirement. It is organized by Núcleo Dão Nelas / Dão Nelas Runners and includes chip timing for competitive distances, ensuring accurate results.
The race courses traverse the scenic and challenging terrain of the Nelas municipality, featuring mountainous trails with significant elevation changes, rocky sections, streams, and natural vegetation. The race atmosphere combines the spirit of endurance sports with community participation, including an optional lunch and a prize ceremony for various categories and teams.
PR2 Tábuas - Do Rio Cavalos ao Mondego 2026 is a running event scheduled for March 1, 2026, in Tábua, Portugal. This athletics event offers participants an opportunity to experience a unique course along the Rio Cavalos to the Mondego river.
The race welcomes runners of all levels, providing a challenging yet scenic route through the landscape of the region. The event is designed to attract both local and visiting athletes who appreciate natural beauty and athletic competition.
The atmosphere is expected to be engaging and community-oriented, making it a notable event on the athletics calendar for 2026.
The IV Trail Trilhos dos Cornos is a trail running event scheduled for March 1, 2026, in the village of Adões, Barcouço, within the municipality of Mealhada, Portugal. It features three main distances: a Trail Curto of approximately 20 km, a Mini Trail of about 13 km, and a Caminhada (walk) of roughly 10 km, offering options for various endurance levels and interests.
This event is open to all runners aged 18 and over (or 16 with parental authorization), whether affiliated with a federation or not, while the walking activity is non-competitive and open to all ages. The Trail Curto is part of the National Trail Sprint Series 100, linking the race to a wider competitive circuit. The course traverses rural and forest trails, promoting environmental awareness and the natural beauty of the Adões region.
The race atmosphere combines competitive spirit with community and environmental respect, supported by local cultural organizations and the municipality. The event also includes team registration options, and a festive finish with traditional local treats and finisher prizes, making it a special occasion for all participants.
The 9th Terrugem Trail is a trail running event taking place on February 8, 2026, in Terrugem, Sintra. It offers multiple competitive race distances: a Long Trail of approximately 25 km, a Short Trail of 17 km, and a Mini Trail of 12 km, as well as a non-competitive 12 km walk promoting healthy lifestyles.
The Long Trail and Short Trail are demanding races traversing natural trails, agricultural paths, and forest tracks with significant elevation gains, suitable for experienced athletes. The event is part of the Trail Circuit of the Parish and the Regional Trail Circuit of Lisbon, attracting competitive runners.
Besides the competitive races, the event fosters a welcoming atmosphere encouraging participation from both seasoned and novice trail runners, with the Mini Trail designed for those new to the sport. The walk offers a family-friendly option to enjoy the scenic trails and promote wellness.
The Trail das Amendoeiras Durius Pesqueira is a trail running event scheduled for March 1, 2026, in São João da Pesqueira, Portugal. Participants can choose from different distances including a long trail, short trail, and a walking route, allowing runners and walkers of various levels to enjoy the race.
This event is open to all athletes, including categories such as Senior, Sub23, and various Veteran age groups for both men and women, making it inclusive for all licensed runners. The race offers a unique opportunity to experience the stunning landscapes of the Douro Vinhateiro region, one of Portugal's most beautiful and emblematic areas, renowned for its vineyards.
The atmosphere promises to be rich with local culture, history, and gastronomy, as the organization aims to showcase the region's heritage alongside the sporting challenge. It is a celebration of nature and community, perfect for those seeking a scenic and culturally immersive trail running experience.
The 15th Marathon "Rota do Casqueiro" is a mountain bike marathon event taking place on March 1, 2026, in Vila Nova de Santo André, Setúbal district, Portugal. It offers two routes: a competitive 70 km marathon with GPS support, and a more leisure-oriented 40 km half-marathon, both held simultaneously.
The event is open to licensed athletes and non-licensed participants, with the marathon reserved for riders aged 19 and above, and the half-marathon for those aged 14 to 75 years. The marathon is part of the Regional XCM Cup of the Setúbal Cycling Association, adding competitive value for federated cyclists.
The course features rural paths and trails through the municipalities of Santiago do Cacém and Grândola, showcasing the Alentejo region's landscape and cultural heritage. The atmosphere promotes sport, regional tradition, and environmental awareness, making it appealing for all levels of mountain biking enthusiasts.