
IV TRAIL SERRA DE PORTEL
Event summary
The IV Trail Serra de Portel takes place on October 19, 2025, in the town of Portel, Portugal. Organized by Grupo Desportivo de Portel with support from the municipality, the event offers a scenic and physically demanding trail experience across the Serra de Portel. Participants can choose from three formats: a 30 km long trail, a 15 km short trail, or an 8 km walk. The routes traverse forest roads, trails, and river paths, avoiding paved roads except for access points into town. The event promotes fair play, environmental respect, and physical resilience, drawing trail runners from various age groups and experience levels. All participants benefit from extensive support, a welcoming environment, and post-race amenities including showers, hot meals, and symbolic prizes. The start and finish are located at Parque da Matriz, and all distances follow a clearly marked course through the beautiful Alentejo landscape.
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Age Categories/Divisions:
• 30 km – 18+
• 15 km – 15+ (minors require parental consent)
• Walk – 10+ (must be accompanied by an adult if under 18)
Start/Finish Location: Parque da Matriz, Portel, Portugal
Start Times per Category/Distance:
• 30 km Trail – 09:00
• 15 km Trail – 09:15
• 8 km Walk – 09:30
Cut-off Times:
• 30 km – 8 hours
• 15 km – 5 hours
• Walk – No cut-off (estimated 2h)
Bib Pick-Up Time & Location:
• October 18 (Saturday) – 17:00–20:00 at Parque da Matriz – Quiosque dos Sabores
• October 19 (Sunday) – 07:00–08:30 at event location
Registration Deadline: Not specified (registration online at www.acorrer.pt)
Surface Types: Mixed trails, forest roads, dirt paths, river crossings, minimal asphalt near town entries
Course Format: Looped courses with natural terrain and semi-autonomy requirements
Timing Method: Chip timing
Toilets and Aid Station Placement:
• 30 km – 3 stations (liquid + solid food)
• 15 km – 2 stations (liquid + solid food)
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Trail Run 30 km
Trail Run 15 km
Walking 8 km
Benefits
🎽 Bib with chip
🛡️ Personal accident insurance
🥤 Solid & liquid aid stations
🎽 Personalized neck gaiter
🎁 Additional gifts (subject to availability)
⏱️ Chip timing
🚿 Showers (hot water)
🍽️ Optional lunch
🎖️ Finisher prize
🏆 Symbolic prizes for top 3 in each category & overall
👟 Team awards for top 3 teams (based on top 4 finishers)
🛏️ Free gym sleepover available (Oct 18) by request
🧹 “Sweeper” support in all races
🚑 Medical assistance along the course
🗺️ Clearly marked route with signs, tape, and volunteers
📸 Official race photography
♻️ Eco-conscious organization with waste rules enforced