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The Lisbon Eco Marathon 2026 is a running event scheduled for April 12, 2026, in Lisbon, Portugal. Participants will start and finish at Alameda Cardeal Cerejeira in Parque Eduardo VII, offering a scenic urban park setting for the races.
The event features four distances: a full marathon (42 km), half marathon (21 km), mini marathon (13 km), and an approximately 8 km walk. It is open to all participants without nationality or gender restrictions, with age limits depending on the distance. The race has a maximum participation limit of 3000 athletes across all distances.
The courses run through the Monsanto forest park, providing a unique natural landscape within the city. The atmosphere is inclusive, welcoming competitive runners as well as walkers, with structured start times and support services. There is no mention of team or relay events in the provided materials.
The Eurobec Granfondo is a competitive amateur cycling event taking place on Sunday, April 12, 2026, starting and finishing in Badajoz, Spain. The race offers three distances: Granfondo (150 km), Mediofondo (100 km), and Minifondo (60 km), catering to cyclists aged 15 and above, with certain age restrictions based on distance.
This open event welcomes both licensed and non-licensed participants, with a maximum of 1500 riders allowed across all distances. The course is mostly flat and runs through the Eurocity region connecting Badajoz, Elvas, and Campo Maior, showcasing a unique blend of Spanish and Portuguese cultural landscapes and historic towns such as Olivença and São Domingos de Gusmão.
With its approachable terrain and vibrant route passing through significant heritage sites, the Eurobec Granfondo offers a festive atmosphere for cyclists of different levels to experience the rich patrimonial, cultural, and natural resources of the region. The event includes professional timing, mechanical assistance, and a finisher’s kit, making it a memorable cycling adventure.
The Ameal Trail - Meivcore 2026 is a trail running event scheduled for April 12, 2026, in Coimbra, Portugal. It features several race distances, including a 17 km trail, a 12 km mini trail, a 10 km walk, and a kids' trail with distances adjusted by age group, making it inclusive for a wide range of participants.
The event is open to athletes of any nationality and sex, with specific age categories defined for classifications and awards, including youth starting from 3 years old in the kids' races to seniors and veterans in the main trail events. Notably, the 17 km trail is part of the Coimbra District Trail Running Circuit (ADAC), highlighting its competitive significance.
The courses predominantly run through technical trails and tracks around the village of Ameal, offering challenging terrain with significant elevation gains (763 m for the 17 km trail and 567 m for the 12 km trail). The atmosphere is community-oriented and family-friendly, featuring a kids' event with multiple short distances and award ceremonies, fostering a festive and inclusive environment.
The Lidl Setúbal Triathlon is a triathlon event taking place on April 12, 2026, in Setúbal, Portugal. It features challenging distances of 1.9 km swimming, 90 km cycling, and 21.1 km running, designed for triathletes seeking a demanding and rewarding race.
The race course starts in the waters of the Rio Sado, passes through the city center, and includes a demanding route through the Serra da Arrábida, offering unique landscapes and terrain diversity. This event is open to all triathletes, promising an inspiring atmosphere defined by overcoming challenges and triumph.
The Federação de Triatlo de Portugal organizes national triathlon events that bring together athletes from across the country. These events feature various triathlon formats held throughout the year, fostering competitive spirit and athletic development.
Participants can engage in multiple distances, with opportunities for both licensed athletes and open categories, promoting inclusivity and growth of the sport in Portugal.
The events are integrated into national championship circuits and regional competitions, offering unique Portuguese landscapes and a vibrant race atmosphere that supports both elite and amateur athletes.
The XII Trail Santa Luzia is a trail running event that will take place on April 12, 2026, in Viana do Castelo, Portugal. The race offers multiple distances including a Long Trail of approximately 31 km, a Sprint Trail of 18 km, a Mini Trail of 15 km, and a 10 km walk, catering to a wide range of trail running enthusiasts and walkers.
This event is open to all athletes who meet the physical requirements, with the minimum age being 18 years for most races and 15 years for the Mini Trail and walk. It is part of the National Trail Circuit (ATRP), allowing participants to score points in the Trail Longo, Trail Sprint, and Mini Trail/Trail Jovem categories. The course features challenging mountainous terrain with significant elevation gains, promising a unique and scenic trail running experience.
The atmosphere of the XII Trail Santa Luzia is inclusive and family-friendly, featuring additional events such as the Trail Kids races with distances adapted to various youth age groups. The event combines competitive spirit with community engagement and environmental respect, making it a special occasion for trail runners of all levels.
The Salto Nature Trail is a trail running event scheduled for April 12, 2026, at Parque Natural da Senhora do Salto in Aguiar de Sousa - Paredes, Portugal. It features multiple race distances including a Long Trail of 22 km, a Short Trail of 13 km, and a 9 km Walk, with an additional Trail Kids race subject to confirmation.
This event is open to participants aged 16 and above for the shorter trail, 18 and above for the long trail, and with no age limit for the walk, welcoming both competitive runners and recreational walkers. The trails traverse rural, forested, agricultural, and residential areas around the natural park, offering a scenic and varied terrain with positive elevation gains of 900 m for the long trail and 400 m for the short trail.
The race atmosphere is community-oriented and competitive, with individual and team classifications for the trail races, trophies awarded for overall and age group winners, and a ceremony for prize-giving. The event also promotes environmental respect and self-sufficiency among participants, ensuring a respectful and challenging race experience.
The 12th Ilha Verde Half Marathon is a running event scheduled for April 12, 2026, in Ponta Delgada, Azores. This event features an official certified half marathon distance of 21.097 km along with a 10 km race, both starting at 10:00 from Portas da Cidade. Additional races include the Mini Champions (1.609 km), walk (5.250 km), Champions Race for juveniles (5.250 km), and a 10 km Mini Half Marathon.
Open to both federated and non-federated athletes of all ages and sexes, including adapted sports participants, the event welcomes national and international runners. The race offers classifications for overall results, age groups, adapted sports, and team rankings, with electronic chip timing ensuring accurate results.
The race course is urban and flat, featuring an out-and-back route through the main avenues of Ponta Delgada, providing a scenic and accessible environment. The atmosphere combines competitive spirit with community inclusion, supported by the local municipality and athletics associations. The event also features phased starts for safety and includes several shorter races for youth and families, making it a comprehensive running festival.
The 2nd Edition Trail Capital do Arinto is a trail running event taking place on April 12, 2026, in Bucelas, Portugal. It offers multiple distances including an Ultra Trail of 46 km, a Long Trail of 30 km, a Short Trail of 17 km, a Mini Trail of 10 km, and a 10 km Walk. This event is open to all participants and is part of the Circuito de Trail Ultra AAL, Circuito Nacional de Trail Ultra ATRP, Circuito de Trail Longo AAL, and Circuito Nacional de Trail ATRP, providing competitive opportunities across various race series.
The race courses traverse the beautiful natural and cultural heritage zones of Bucelas, a region renowned for its vineyards and historic significance as the "Capital do Arinto" wine area. The routes are designed to highlight the local landscape and geological and cultural assets, combining sport with regional promotion. The event atmosphere balances competitive spirit with community and environmental respect, emphasizing safety and sportsmanship.
Race day includes staggered start times for the different trail distances and the walk, with mandatory equipment checks ensuring athlete safety and autonomy along the course. The event awards prizes to the top three overall finishers by gender, the best in each age category, and the top three teams, enhancing the competitive appeal.
The IX Meia Maratona de Vila Real is a half marathon event scheduled for April 12, 2026, in Vila Real, Portugal. It offers official distances of 21.097 km for the half marathon and 7 km for the mini marathon, with additional events including a 12 km mobility race for wheelchair users and a 5 km inclusive walk. Participation is open to runners aged 18 and above for the running events, and all ages for the walk.
The race is officially homologated by the Portuguese Athletics Federation and recognized by World Athletics, marking it as an international-class event. The courses feature the characteristic orography of Vila Real, promising a challenging experience through urban avenues and emblematic city areas.
The atmosphere is inclusive and community-focused, with options for athletes with disabilities, including wheelchair participants assisted by teams. The event also promotes healthy lifestyles and community engagement, featuring a non-competitive inclusive walk and a dedicated mobility race, making it a festive and accessible sporting occasion for all.