Running
263 Races
Triathlon 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 Trail da Tomina 6th Edition is a trail running event taking place on March 15, 2026, in Santo Aleixo da Restauração, Beja, Portugal. It offers multiple distances including a 30 km Trail, 15 km Trail Sprint, 10 km Mini Trail, and a non-competitive 10 km walk.
The event is open to athletes from 14 years old (Mini Trail) and up, with specific age requirements for each distance and a responsibility term required for participants under 18. It is part of the Trail do Baixo Alentejo circuit and the Taça Alengarve Trail 2026.
The courses feature varied terrain such as asphalt, paths, trails, streams, and escarpments, avoiding paved roads except for entry/exit points. The race atmosphere celebrates local resilience and community spirit, with a festive and welcoming environment including animation and a meal after the race.
Trilhos dos Calceteiros 2026 is a trail running event taking place on March 15, 2026, in Fanhões, Lisbon. The event offers multiple distances: a long trail of 31 km, a short trail of 17 km, a minitrail of 10 km, and a 10 km walk.
The long and short trails are part of the Regional Trail Championship of the Lisbon Athletics Association and are open to athletes over 18 years old. The minitrail and walk are open to all ages, with minors under 16 requiring accompaniment by a guardian. The race courses feature varied terrain with significant elevation gains, showcasing the natural beauty and historical landmarks of Fanhões and surrounding parishes.
The event combines competitive and recreational aspects, with a festive atmosphere including a traditional wild boar stew lunch and a craft fair, making it appealing for athletes and families alike.
The Trail Encostas do Mondego 2026 is a trail running event taking place on March 15, 2026, in Figueira da Foz, Portugal. It features two competitive distances: a Mini Trail of 13 km and a Trail Curto of 21 km, as well as a 10 km walking event. The Mini Trail is open to athletes over 16 years old, while the Trail Curto is for those over 18 years old.
The 13 km Mini Trail is part of the Coimbra District Trail Running Circuit and falls under the ADAC (Associação Distrital de Atletismo de Coimbra). The race courses run through the trails of Vila Verde parish, offering participants a challenging terrain with constant elevation changes and natural obstacles such as roots and stones. The atmosphere is competitive yet inclusive, welcoming individual runners and teams with collective classifications and prizes.
The event also includes a walking route, making it accessible for a wider audience and promoting a sportive and community spirit. The race start and finish are located at Rua Comendador Mário Barraca, with a festive award ceremony scheduled after the race.
The VIANA Granfondo 2026 is a premier amateur road cycling challenge held in the scenic coastal city of Viana do Castelo, Portugal, on March 15, 2026. Open to riders of all levels (minimum age 15), the event offers three race distances:
Granfondo – 130 km
Mediofondo – 80 km
Minifondo – 60 km
Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or newer to endurance rides, you'll find a route that suits your ambition. Riders can use road, MTB, or tandem bikes—e-bikes are not allowed.
The VIANA Granfondo is organized under the rules of the Portuguese Cycling Federation, with full respect for road safety regulations. The atmosphere combines competitive spirit with festive camaraderie, drawing up to 1,500 participants from Portugal and abroad. With categories by age and gender, plus trophies and team prizes, it's a true celebration of cycling culture on the Atlantic coast.
The Melgaço Alvarinho Trail 2026 is a trail running event taking place on March 15, 2026, in Melgaço, northern Portugal. The event is organized by Melsport E.M., with the support of Melgaço Municipality, the Portuguese Trail Running Association (ATRP), the Viana do Castelo Athletics Association, and the Melgaço Volunteer Firefighters.
Set in a region known for its mountains, rivers, and traditional villages, the event offers athletes the opportunity to run through marked mountain trails, rural paths, and historic areas of the Melgaço municipality. The event includes multiple race formats, from a non-competitive walk to long-distance trail races, catering to different experience levels while promoting fair play, respect for nature, and semi-autonomy in mountain running.
The Europarque Half Marathon 2026 is a running event scheduled for March 21, 2026, in Santa Maria da Feira, Portugal. The race starts and finishes at Europarque, offering a half marathon distance.
The event is open to all participants and includes the Europarque Running Trophy, a walking event, and a Junior Run, making it suitable for a wide range of runners and families.
The race atmosphere is community-oriented, combining competitive and recreational activities in a well-organized setting.
The Meia Maratona Baía do Seixal 2026 will take place on March 22, 2026, along the bay connecting the cities of Seixal and Amora, offering a scenic and fast urban riverside course. The event includes three different distances, making it accessible to competitive runners, recreational athletes, and families.
Participants can choose between the Half Marathon (21.097 km), the 10 km race, or the 5 km walk/run. The Half Marathon and 10 km races are officially certified and homologated by the Portuguese Athletics Federation (FPA) and World Athletics, ensuring accurate measurement and official results.
With flat out-and-back routes along the riverfront, the event combines strong competitive standards with a vibrant atmosphere, bringing together athletes, clubs, and the local community in one of the most emblematic running events in the Seixal region.
The 2nd Edition CHE a Correr is a running and walking event taking place on March 22, 2026, in Mora, Évora, Portugal. It offers a 9 km running race and a 6 km walking route, appealing to a wide range of participants from children aged 6 years and above for the walk, and adults 18 years and older for the race.
The event is open to all, with no license required, focusing on promoting sport and healthy living within the community. The competition route goes through the main streets of Mora, providing a unique urban landscape and a friendly atmosphere.
This event features a festive and inclusive vibe, with both competitive race and recreational walking options, as well as prize money and trophies for top finishers, enhancing the competitive spirit and community engagement.
Quinhendros Trail 2026 is a trail running event scheduled for March 22, 2026, in Montemor-O-Velho, Portugal. The race features three distances: Mini Trail 12K, Short Trail 16K, and a 10K Walk, with the Short Trail 16K being part of the ADAC District Trail Running Circuit.
The event is open to all participants, with the Short Trail 16K requiring athletes to be affiliated with the Associação de Atletismo de Coimbra (ADAC) to score points in the district circuit, while the Mini Trail allows younger athletes (16-17 years) with parental consent. The courses traverse emblematic zones of Quinhendros and Montemor-O-Velho, including historical and natural landmarks.
The atmosphere combines sport and community engagement, promoting local heritage and tourism. The race includes warm-up sessions, briefings, and an awards ceremony, creating a festive yet competitive environment. Participants can enjoy the scenic countryside and cultural routes that make this trail unique.