13º X-Mas Night Trail
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.
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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
Location
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Trail Run 19 km
Trail Run 12 km
Walking 10 km
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
