Messenger6 Cascatas Trail Running
Event summary
The Merrell Trail Running Series 2025/26 is a five-stage trail running circuit taking place between November 2025 and April 2026 across scenic locations in the Lisbon district. Organized by Trail4U, the series offers Short Trail and Long Trail distances in each event, welcoming trail runners aged 16+ (Short Trail) and 18+ (Long Trail).
The races are designed to promote sportsmanship, environmental responsibility, and the natural beauty of the Lisbon area. Each race is independent, but runners and teams accumulate points toward the final circuit classification.
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Circuit Events:
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Atlantic Cliff Adventure – Cascais | 🗓️ November 16, 2025
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6 Cascatas Trail Running – Cheleiros | 🗓️ November 30, 2025
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Lousa Mountain Trail – Lousa, Loures | 🗓️ January 18, 2026
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Mafra Nature Trail – Mafra | 🗓️ March 8, 2026
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Trail Tapada Real – Mafra | 🗓️ April 19, 2026
Categories:
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Individual: U23, Senior, Veterans (F/M40 to F/M70+)
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Team: minimum 3 athletes (same gender and distance)
Scoring System (Individual):
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Top 10 finishers in each race receive points:
1st – 30 pts | 2nd – 28 pts | 3rd – 26 pts ... 10th – 17 pts -
Final ranking: Best 4 out of 5 results
Scoring System (Team):
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Top 3 finishers (per gender & distance) per team score
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Team with lowest cumulative rank wins
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Circuit team ranking: 5 best teams (Short and Long Trail)
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Only teams with 4 completed races are ranked
Tie-breaking Criteria:
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Number of higher placements (1st, 2nd…)
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Best ranking in the most competitive race
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Lowest total time
Registration:
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Separate for each race
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Includes insurance, aid stations, and eligibility for prizes
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Must be done through the official online platform
Regulation here.
Location
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Walking 10 km
Trail Run 14 km
Trail Run 24 km
Benefits
✅ Finisher Medal for all participants in all events
✅ Athlete Kit (varies by race and distance):
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Technical t-shirt (tank or short-sleeve)
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Bib number + chip
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Safety pins
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🎁 Assorted gifts from partners
🏅 Event Prizes (per race, Short & Long Trail – M/F):
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🥇 1st place: Merrell Trail Running Shoes
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🥈 2nd place: Merrell T-Shirt
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🥉 3rd place: Merrell Socks
🏆 Final Series Awards:
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🎖️ Top 3 Overall (M/F – Short & Long Trail): trophies & Merrell gear
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✈️ Series Champions win a trip, accommodation, and race bib to a selected event
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👥 Top Team (M/F – Short & Long): 30% discount on Merrell gear (up to 5 members)
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🎉 Grand Prize Draw: All runners who complete all 5 races enter a raffle for a travel package + entry
