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View eventVII FIREFIGHTERS TRAIL OF MÊDA
The VII Trail Bombeiros de Mêda is a trail running event organized by the Associação Humanitária dos Bombeiros Voluntários de Mêda, taking place on April 12, 2026, in Mêda, Guarda, Portugal. It features multiple distances including a Long Trail (~24 km), a Short Trail (~17 km), a Mini Trail (~12 km), and a recreational walk (~12 km).
This event is open to all participants aged 18 and above for the long and short trails, with younger participants aged 11 to 14 allowed in the Mini Trail with parental consent. It is part of the Circuito de Trail da Beira Alta 2026, serving as the 3rd stage of the series.
The trails predominantly run through natural terrain such as trails, rural paths, dirt roads, and streams around nearby villages, offering a challenging mountain environment with significant elevation changes. The event promotes sports practice in the region and encourages sharing the trail running experience among athletes from various locations.
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View eventMARATHON SONS OF FREITA 2026
The Maratona Filhos da Freita 2026 is a road mountain marathon event taking place on April 18, 2026, in Arouca, Portugal. The event features competitive races of 42 km and 21 km distances, as well as a 10 km walking route, all starting and finishing at Praça Brandão de Vasconcelos. The marathon involves significant elevation gain, with approximately 1600 meters for the full marathon and 900 meters for the half marathon.
Open to athletes over 18 years for the marathon and over 16 years for the half marathon, the event is organized by Confraria Trotamontes in partnership with the Municipality of Arouca and supported by the local volunteer firefighters. The race is semi-autonomous with multiple aid stations and safety support, conducted on mountain roads and partly paved surfaces, providing a scenic and challenging experience. The atmosphere is competitive yet supportive, with classifications by age groups and teams, along with podium prizes.
Besides the main races, the event includes a 10 km walk in the vicinity of Arouca along the Rio Arda valley, making it accessible to a wider audience including families and recreational participants.
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View eventTrail Run Real Priolo
The Trail Run Real Priolo 2026 is a trail running event taking place on April 18, 2026, on the island of São Miguel in the Azores, Portugal. This 6th edition features four competitive races and a walking event, with distances including Ultra Trail (46.6 km), Trail (33 km), Trail Sprint (23.6 km), Mini Trail (10 km), and a 10 km Caminhada (walk).
The event is open to different participant profiles, with minimum age requirements varying per race: 18 years for Ultra Trail and Trail, 16 years for Trail Sprint, 11 years for Mini Trail, and from 9 years for the walking event when accompanied by an adult. It is part of the National Trail Running circuits and the prestigious UTMB World Series, ensuring a competitive and well-recognized race environment.
The courses traverse the scenic trails, agricultural paths, forests, and streams of the Nordeste municipality, offering diverse and challenging terrain. The event promotes environmental sustainability and cultural awareness, combining sport with the discovery of lesser-known landscapes. The atmosphere balances competitive spirit with community and recreational activities, including cultural and social events alongside the races.
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View eventDuathlon of Penafiel
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.
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View event8th Eiras Trail
The 8th Trail das Eiras is a trail running event taking place on April 19, 2026, in the forested area of Monte das Eiras, Vermoim, Vila Nova de Famalicão, Portugal. The race features multiple distances: 25 km Trail, 16 km Trail Sprint, 8 km Trail Jovem, and an 8 km Caminhada (walk).
The event is open to participants aged 18 and over for the Trail and Trail Sprint, 16 and over for the Trail Jovem, and all ages for the Caminhada. It is part of the Regional Trail Championship and the Famalicão Municipal Trail Championship, certified by the Braga Athletics Association.
The course offers scenic and archaeological points of interest, including forest trails, granite landscapes, and views over the Ave valley, with a festive atmosphere supported by the Associação Moinho de Vermoim and local partners. The event includes podium ceremonies and prizes for individual and team categories.
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View eventGrand Prix LXTRIATHLON
The Grande Prémio LXTRIATHLON 2026 is a road running event taking place on April 19, 2026, in Alta de Lisboa, organized by Lxtriathlon – Clube de Triatlo de Lisboa, with the support of the Lisbon City Council, Santa Clara Parish Council, and the Lisbon Athletics Association.
The event features races for all ages and fitness levels, including a Half Marathon (21 km), a 10 km race, a 3 km walk, and a Kids Race. It is open to federated and non-federated athletes, men and women, in a friendly and inclusive environment.
With a strong charitable purpose, the Grande Prémio LXTRIATHLON supports Valentina, a nine-year-old girl diagnosed with congenital Zika virus syndrome. 10% of all registration fees will be donated to help fund essential orthopedic equipment and other medical needs.
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View eventTRÓIA SWIMRUN
The Tróia Swimrun is a swimrun race held in the beautiful natural setting of the Tróia Peninsula, featuring golden sandy beaches about 17 km long and 1.5 km wide, surrounded by blue sea and the Sado River. This event perfectly embodies the spirit of swimrun, combining swimming and running through stunning landscapes.
The race offers three distances: Standard (23.6 km total with 4.4 km swimming and 19.2 km running), Sprint (15.1 km total with 3.2 km swimming and 11.9 km running), and Experience (10.8 km total with 1.2 km swimming and 9.6 km running). The courses include multiple transitions and significant elevation gains, suitable for a broad range of participants.
The event is open to all and includes a “Swimrun Kids” format to introduce younger athletes to the sport, creating a family-friendly and inclusive atmosphere. The race is supported by local partners such as the Municipality of Grândola and Clube Amiciclo Grândola, ensuring a well-organized and welcoming experience amidst unique coastal and riverine scenery.
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View eventXII TRAIL OF THE CATS
The XII Trilho dos Gatos is a trail running event organized by GATÕES BTT, taking place on April 18-19, 2026, in Montemor-O-Velho, Portugal. It features three distances: Trail Curto (19 km), Mini-Trail (12 km), and a non-competitive 10 km walk, along with Trail Kids races for children.
The Mini-Trail is part of the ADAC District Mini-Trail Circuit and the ATRP Youth Circuit series 150, while the Trail Curto counts towards the ATRP National Trail Sprint Circuit series 100. The courses run on trails, forest paths, and single tracks, starting and finishing at the Polidesportivo de Gatões.
The event welcomes adults 18+ for the main races, with the Mini-Trail open to youth 16+ with parental authorization. The walk is open to all ages. The atmosphere includes competitive races and family-friendly kids' events, with prize awards for individual and team categories.
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View eventCAIXA RACE 2026
This running and walking event takes place on April 19, 2026, in Lisbon, Portugal, offering three different distances: a 12 km race, a 5 km walk, and a 500 m kids race. The event is designed to bring together athletes of different ages and fitness levels in an urban setting.
The main race, the 12 km run, starts at CGD Campo Pequeno and finishes at CGD Expo, while both the walk and kids race start and finish at CGD Expo. The event combines competitive and recreational participation, making it suitable for both experienced runners and families.
The atmosphere focuses on participation and community, with official timing for the 12 km race and a non-competitive format for the walk and kids race.
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View eventInsua Nature Trail
The Ínsua Nature Trail is a trail running and walking event taking place on April 19, 2026, in the parishes of Ínsua, Castelo de Penalva, and Esmolfe, Portugal. The event offers three distances: an 8 km walk, a 12 km mini trail, and a 16 km trail.
Open to participants of all ages and physical conditions, the event welcomes runners and walkers alike. The trails traverse rural paths and municipal roads, providing a scenic and varied terrain with a medium difficulty level for the longest distance.
Participants will enjoy a well-organized race atmosphere with solid and liquid aid stations, electronic timing, and awards for top finishers by gender and age categories. The event also includes a convivial lunch after the race.