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The Salto Nature Trail is a trail running event scheduled for April 12, 2026, at Parque Natural da Senhora do Salto in Aguiar de Sousa – Paredes, Portugal. It features multiple race distances including a Long Trail of 22 km, a Short Trail of 13 km, and a 9 km Walk, with an additional Trail Kids race subject to confirmation.

This event is open to participants aged 16 and above for the shorter trail, 18 and above for the long trail, and with no age limit for the walk, welcoming both competitive runners and recreational walkers. The trails traverse rural, forested, agricultural, and residential areas around the natural park, offering a scenic and varied terrain with positive elevation gains of 900 m for the long trail and 400 m for the short trail.

The race atmosphere is community-oriented and competitive, with individual and team classifications for the trail races, trophies awarded for overall and age group winners, and a ceremony for prize-giving. The event also promotes environmental respect and self-sufficiency among participants, ensuring a respectful and challenging race experience.

The IX Meia Maratona de Vila Real is a half marathon event scheduled for April 12, 2026, in Vila Real, Portugal. It offers official distances of 21.097 km for the half marathon and 7 km for the mini marathon, with additional events including a 12 km mobility race for wheelchair users and a 5 km inclusive walk. Participation is open to runners aged 18 and above for the running events, and all ages for the walk.

The race is officially homologated by the Portuguese Athletics Federation and recognized by World Athletics, marking it as an international-class event. The courses feature the characteristic orography of Vila Real, promising a challenging experience through urban avenues and emblematic city areas.

The atmosphere is inclusive and community-focused, with options for athletes with disabilities, including wheelchair participants assisted by teams. The event also promotes healthy lifestyles and community engagement, featuring a non-competitive inclusive walk and a dedicated mobility race, making it a festive and accessible sporting occasion for all.

The Lisbon Eco Marathon 2026 is a running event scheduled for April 12, 2026, in Lisbon, Portugal. Participants will start and finish at Alameda Cardeal Cerejeira in Parque Eduardo VII, offering a scenic urban park setting for the races.

The event features four distances: a full marathon (42 km), half marathon (21 km), mini marathon (13 km), and an approximately 8 km walk. It is open to all participants without nationality or gender restrictions, with age limits depending on the distance. The race has a maximum participation limit of 3000 athletes across all distances.

The courses run through the Monsanto forest park, providing a unique natural landscape within the city. The atmosphere is inclusive, welcoming competitive runners as well as walkers, with structured start times and support services. There is no mention of team or relay events in the provided materials.

Hybrid Day St Maria da Feira is a fixed bar cycling event scheduled for April 11, 2026, in St Maria da Feira. The event welcomes participants interested in fixed gear cycling, providing a unique opportunity to challenge themselves in this specialized discipline.

The race is open to all cycling enthusiasts, regardless of licensing status, encouraging wide participation. It offers a festive and community-driven atmosphere, making it an engaging experience for both competitors and spectators.