GIÃO DOOR TRAIL

  • Sun, March 29, 2026
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Event summary

The TRAIL PORTA DO GIÃO is a trail running event taking place on March 29, 2026, in Vale, Arcos de Valdevez, Portugal. It features a 16 km competitive trail race and a 10 km mountain walk, open to participants 18 years and older for the trail and all ages for the walk (minors must be accompanied by an adult). The event is part of the Festas de Nossa Senhora do Vale 2026 and is organized by the Junta de Freguesia do Vale in collaboration with local community organizations.

The trail route traverses mountainous terrain and scenic trails around the Gião area, which is located within the Peneda-Gerês National Park, known for its rich Bronze Age rock art and natural beauty. The course offers a unique opportunity to experience the cultural heritage and stunning landscapes of this protected park.

The race atmosphere combines competitive spirit with community celebration, including monetary prizes for top finishers and trophies for age categories and teams. A non-competitive 10 km walk is also offered, encouraging participation from a wide range of fitness levels.

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Age categories/divisions:
• MSEN/FSEN (18-29 years)
• M30/F30 (30-39 years)
• M40/F40 (40-49 years)
• M50/F50 (50-59 years)
• M60/F60 (60+ years)

Start/finish locations: Igreja do Vale, Vale, Arcos de Valdevez

Start times per category/distance:
• Trail 16 km: 09:30
• Caminhada 10 km: 09:40

Bib pick-up time and location: March 29, 2026, 08:00–09:20, Salão Paroquial near Igreja do Vale

Registration deadline: March 22, 2026, 23:59

Surface types: Mountain trails and paths within Peneda-Gerês National Park

Course format: Single loop trails

Race routes: Trail 16 km competitive; Caminhada 10 km non-competitive

Timing method: Electronic chip on bib

Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations with liquids and solids at to be defined locations; toilets available at start/finish

Prizes: Monetary prizes for top 3 male and female overall; trophies for top 3 in each age category and teams; no classification for Caminhada


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Benefits

🎽 Athlete kit: personalized bib number
🏅 Finisher prize: possibility of gifts
⏱️ Timing + classifications via electronic chip on bib
🛟 Safety support: organized security and medical assistance
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included in registration
🥤 Aid stations: liquid and solid refreshments during and at the end of the race
🚿 Showers available at Centro Social e Paroquial do Vale
📸 Rights reserved by organizers for image and audiovisual use


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