13º X-Mas Night Trail

  • Sat, December 6, 2025
  • 13 20 
  • 3 races
0

Event summary

The 13th Leiria X-Mas Night Trail is a trail running event taking place on December 6, 2025, in Leiria, Portugal. It features two competitive trail distances: a 19 km course of medium difficulty with moderate elevation gain, and a 12 km mini-trail ideal for beginners. Additionally, there is a non-competitive walk along part of the mini-trail route.

The event welcomes all athletes, federated or not, with age minimums of 18 years for the 19 km trail, 16 years for the mini-trail, and is open to all ages for the walk (minors must be accompanied). The race is supported by the Câmara Municipal de Leiria and organized by Liz Runners – Associação Desporto, Cultura e Recreio, providing a festive and inclusive atmosphere in the heart of Leiria, from Soutocito to the city center.

Runners will experience a well-marked night trail course with safety measures including police and medical support. The event also includes team prizes and individual awards by age group, making it a competitive yet community-oriented trail running experience.

Add to your Events

Add to your plan and stay organized for upcoming events.

Plan it

Information

Start times per category/distance:
• Mini-Trail 12 km and Walk: 16:15
• Trail 19 km: 16:30

Bib pick-up time and location:
• December 5, 17:00–20:00 at Decathlon store, Leiria
• December 6, 09:00–15:00 at Mercado de Santana, Leiria

Start/finish locations: Start at Soutocito near Tosel; finish at Posto de Turismo in Leiria center

Age categories/divisions:
• Trail 19 km: M/F Junior (18-19), Sub23 (20-22), Seniors (23-39), M40/F40 (40-44), M45/F45 (45-49), M50/F50 (50-54), M55/F55 (55-59), M60/F60 (60+)
• Mini-Trail 12 km: General classification, no age categories
• Walk: Open to all ages

Cut-off times: Maximum 4 hours for both distances; 19 km trail cutoff at ~km 14 after 3 hours

Registration deadline: November 30, 2024, or until participant limits reached (300 Trail 19K, 250 Mini-Trail 12K, 200 Walk)

Surface types: Trail terrain with moderate elevation gain (approx. 600m for 19 km, 200m for 12 km)

Course format: Point-to-point night trail

Timing method: Electronic chip timing

Parking and shuttle details: Shuttle buses available from Leiria to start area (location to be announced); additional 2€ fee applies for transport


Leiria

Races


Benefits

🎽 Athlete kit: personalized bib, event giveaway
🏅 Finisher prize: event-related souvenirs
⏱️ Timing + live results by category via electronic chip
🛟 Safety support: medical teams, local police, and fire brigade personnel on course
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident and civil liability coverage included
🥤 Aid stations: liquids and solids at multiple points depending on course
🚿 Showers available at Estádio Municipal de Leiria
📸 Participants and organizers free to capture images and videos
🚌 Shuttle transport available to start area for an additional fee
🏆 Individual and team awards with age group categories for the 19 km trail


Reviews

Login to leave a review

To leave a review for "13º X-Mas Night Trail", please log in or register.


You might like

View all
  • 8ª SÃO SILVESTRE DE ALQUEIDÃO DA SERRA

    8ª SÃO SILVESTRE DE ALQUEIDÃO DA SERRA

    The 8th São Silvestre de Alqueidão da Serra is a running race taking place on December 6, 2025, in Alqueidão da Serra, Porto de Mós. This event features a single approximately 10 km distance, designed for a broad participant profile including athletes from any association, popular organizations, schools, or individual runners.

    This race is open to all participants without distinction of nationality or gender, and competitors are classified by age categories from juniors to veterans, with options to request category changes if desired. The event offers both individual and team competitions, with collective scoring based on IAAF rules, promoting a competitive yet inclusive atmosphere.

    The São Silvestre race is characterized by a festive and community-centered environment, with awards for top male and female finishers, juniors, veterans, and teams, making it a rewarding experience for a wide range of runners and teams.

    • Road Running 10 km
    View event
  • São Silvestre de Melides

    São Silvestre de Melides

    The São Silvestre de Melides Edition 2025 is a running and walking event scheduled for Saturday, December 6, 2025, in Melides, Setúbal. This event offers two distances: a 10 km race and a 5 km walk, catering to both competitive runners and casual participants.

    The event is open to all participants without mention of license requirements, making it accessible to a wide range of athletes and enthusiasts. The race atmosphere is inclusive and community-oriented, highlighted by the inclusion of a light meal (soup, bifana, and drink) for participants, emphasizing a festive and social experience.

    São Silvestre de Melides provides a great opportunity to engage in a traditional end-of-year race in a beautiful location, encouraging both sport and camaraderie among participants of various ages and fitness levels.

    • Road Running 10 km
    • Walking 5 km
    View event
  • Ludens Night Trail – Trail for Life

    Ludens Night Trail – Trail for Life

    The Trail Noturno do Ludens – Trail Pela Vida is a night trail running race set to take place on December 6, 2025, in Machico, Madeira. This event offers a single trail distance designed for experienced trail runners, providing a challenging and engaging course.

    Open to all licensed athletes, the race is part of the 2025/2026 Trail Madeira circuit, connecting participants with a prestigious series of trail events in the region. The route primarily runs through the parish of Machico, with a passage through Caniçal, showcasing scenic and varied landscapes.

    The atmosphere is competitive yet welcoming, aiming to bring together trail running enthusiasts. The event is organized by Ludens Clube de Machico in partnership with the Portuguese League Against Cancer, adding a meaningful social cause to the race.

    • Trail Run 12 km
    View event
  • 11th São Silvestre Race - Benfica Home of Vendas Novas

    11th São Silvestre Race - Benfica Home of Vendas Novas

    The 11th Corrida São Silvestre – Casa do Benfica de Vendas Novas is a running event taking place on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at 21:00 in Vendas Novas, Évora. It features a 7 km race and a 4 km walk, accommodating participants of different fitness levels and preferences.

    The event is open to the public, welcoming both competitive runners and casual walkers. It offers a festive atmosphere suitable for all ages and includes categories for veterans and absolute age groups, making it a community-centric celebration of sport and health.

    • Road Running 7 km
    • Walking 4 km
    View event