8ª Pinga Trail
Event summary
The 8th Edition of the Pinga Trail is a trail running event taking place on December 7, 2025, in Arruda dos Vinhos, Portugal. The race offers three distances: a Long Trail of 23 km, a Short Trail of 16 km, and a non-competitive 12 km Walk, catering to a wide range of participants from competitive runners to those seeking a social challenge.
The event is open to participants aged 16 and above, with age categories for men and women spanning from seniors to over 60 years. The trails are circular and feature checkpoints along the course, providing a challenging yet scenic experience. The atmosphere is both competitive and community-oriented, with awards for individual age groups, overall winners, and the top three teams in the trail races, as well as a convivial walk for all.
Starting and finishing at the Pavilhão Multiusos in Arruda dos Vinhos, the course includes at least one aid station for the walk and two for the trail runs, ensuring support for all participants. The event emphasizes respect for nature and sportsmanship, making it both a physical and social highlight for trail enthusiasts.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Seniors M/F – up to 39 years
• M/F 40 – 40 to 44 years
• M/F 45 – 45 to 49 years
• M/F 50 – 50 to 54 years
• M/F 55 – 55 to 59 years
• M/F 60 – over 60 years
Start/finish locations: Pavilhão Multiusos de Arruda dos Vinhos
Start times per category/distance:
• Trail Longo (23 km): 09:30
• Trail Curto (16 km): 09:30
• Caminhada (12 km): 09:35
Cut-off times: 15:00 (time limit for arrival)
Bib pick-up time and location:
• December 6 from 15:00 at Pavilhão Multiusos de Arruda dos Vinhos
• December 7 from 07:00 to 08:30 at Pavilhão Multiusos de Arruda dos Vinhos
Participants limit: 500
Registration deadline: December 1, 2025 at 23:59
Surface types: Trail terrain with natural paths and some elevation
Course format: Circular courses for all distances starting and finishing at the same location
Race routes:
• Caminhada – approx. 12 km
• Trail Curto – approx. 16 km
• Trail Longo – approx. 23 km
Toilets and aid station placement:
• One aid station on Caminhada
• At least two aid stations on Trail Curto and Trail Longo
Parking and shuttle details: Parking available near start/finish area
Prizes:
• Trophies for the top 3 in each age and gender category
• Prizes for the top 3 overall male and female finishers
• Prizes for the top 3 teams in Trail Longo and Trail Curto
• Finisher prizes
Location
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Trail Run 23 km
Trail Run 16 km
Walking 12 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib number
🏅 Finisher prize
🥤 Aid stations: water and nutrition for trail distances
🛟 Safety support: transport to finish in case of abandonment
🛡️ Insurance: included in registration fee
🚿 Showers available
🏆 Prizes for age categories, overall, and teams
