5th Leg of the Whale Bone Beach - Middle Distance Circuit

The VI Amazing Espite Trail is a trail running event taking place on July 18-19, 2026, in Espite, Ourém, Portugal. It features technical trail courses with a family-friendly atmosphere and strong local community involvement.

The event offers multiple distances: a 10 km Mini Trail and Caminhada, a 19 km Trail Sprint, and a 31 km Trail Longo, with positive elevation gains ranging from 400 m to 1600 m. Participation is open to athletes meeting minimum age requirements, with no mention of license requirements.

The event includes Trail Kids and Trail Inclusivo races promoting inclusion and youth participation, held on the evening before the main races. The race is part of recognized trail running circuits including ATRP and ITRA, with electronic timing and mandatory control points ensuring fair competition.

The Hybrid Day is a unique hybrid race combining running and functional exercises, set to take place on July 17 and 18, 2026, at the iconic Estádio Municipal de Leiria. This two-day event promises intense competition and community spirit under the summer sun, attracting athletes of various levels.

Participants can compete in multiple categories including Singles, Doubles, and Relay teams, with divisions for men, women, and mixed teams, as well as Pro and general categories. The event is open to both military personnel with special discounts and the general public, creating a diverse and vibrant competitive atmosphere.

The race environment at Estádio Municipal de Leiria offers a festive and energetic atmosphere with enthusiastic crowds supporting the athletes. This edition continues the legacy from the memorable 2025 event, promising an unforgettable experience of challenge and camaraderie.

PT281 Ultramarathon is one of the most extreme endurance challenges in Europe: 281 km, 66 hours, self-sufficient, guided only by GPS, crossing the vast and silent landscapes of Beira Baixa, Portugal.
Temperatures often exceed 40°C, isolation is real, and the race demands total physical and mental resilience.

More than a competition, PT281 is described by many athletes as a spiritual journey, where pushing limits, navigating loneliness, and managing survival become part of the experience. Whether you chase the finish line or the meaning behind it — this is a race that changes you.

The Trail Terras de Oiã is a trail running event taking place on July 26, 2026, in the parish of Oiã, Oliveira do Bairro, Portugal. It features four races: a 24 km Long Trail, a 16 km Short Trail, an 8 km Mini Trail, and a 1 km Trail Kids, along with an 8 km non-competitive walk.

The event is open to athletes aged 18+ for the Long Trail and 15+ for the Short and Mini Trails, with the Trail Kids for children up to 12 years old. The races are timed except for the Trail Kids and walk. The courses traverse rural and forest trails with moderate elevation, offering a scenic and natural experience.

The atmosphere is community-focused with competitive and recreational options, including team trophies and prizes for top finishers. The event also includes a prize money for the top three male and female athletes in the two longest competitive races.