IV TRAIL OF THE HORNS PATHS

  • Sun, March 1, 2026
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Event summary

The IV Trail Trilhos dos Cornos is a trail running event scheduled for March 1, 2026, in the village of Adões, Barcouço, within the municipality of Mealhada, Portugal. It features three main distances: a Trail Curto of approximately 20 km, a Mini Trail of about 13 km, and a Caminhada (walk) of roughly 10 km, offering options for various endurance levels and interests.

This event is open to all runners aged 18 and over (or 16 with parental authorization), whether affiliated with a federation or not, while the walking activity is non-competitive and open to all ages. The Trail Curto is part of the National Trail Sprint Series 100, linking the race to a wider competitive circuit. The course traverses rural and forest trails, promoting environmental awareness and the natural beauty of the Adões region.

The race atmosphere combines competitive spirit with community and environmental respect, supported by local cultural organizations and the municipality. The event also includes team registration options, and a festive finish with traditional local treats and finisher prizes, making it a special occasion for all participants.

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Age categories/divisions:
• Individual categories for men and women by age: Sub-23 (18-22), Senior (23-39), 40-49, 50-59, 60+ years

Start/finish locations: Centro Cultural e Recreativo de Adões, Barcouço, Mealhada

Start times per category/distance:
• Trail Curto (20 km): 09:00
• Mini Trail (13 km): 09:30
• Caminhada (10 km): 09:45

Cut-off times: 4 hours for all events

Bib pick-up time and location:
• February 28, 2026, from 14:00 to 21:00
• March 1, 2026, from 07:00 to 09:30
• Location: Centro Cultural e Recreativo de Adões-Barcouço

Participants limit: 1000 registered athletes

Registration deadline: February 22, 2026 at 23:59

Surface types: Trail routes on rural and forest paths

Course format: Point-to-point and looped courses with marked trails

Race routes:
• Trail Curto ≈ 20 km
• Mini Trail ≈ 13 km
• Caminhada ≈ 10 km

Timing method: Electronic chip timing (except Caminhada)

Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations with solid and liquid supplies on all courses (details to be announced)

Prizes: Medals and traditional local prizes for top finishers and teams; finisher prizes for all participants


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Benefits

🎽 Athlete kit: bib, insurance, race photos, finisher medal, hot shower access, final refreshment including traditional cake, athlete kit with various gifts, optional lunch
🏅 Finisher prize: medal and traditional local cake ‘bolo de cornos’
⏱️ Timing with electronic chips for Trail Curto and Mini Trail, with live results
🛟 Safety support: medical assistance throughout the event, rescue teams
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident and liability insurance included
🥤 Aid stations: water and solid food provided on course
🚿 Hot showers available after the race at the cultural center
📸 Photographs available on Adões Trail social media platforms
🏆 Prizes for top finishers in general and age categories, as well as team awards


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