IX Nelas Trail Running

  • Sun, March 1, 2026
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Event summary

The IX Nelas Trail Running is a trail running event taking place on March 1, 2026, in Nelas, Viseu. It offers multiple distances: a long trail of approximately 25 km, a short trail of 15 km, a mini trail of 10 km, and a 10 km walking route. This variety caters to different levels of trail runners and walkers.

The event is open to all participants aged 18 and over for the trail races, with a special provision for under-18 athletes in the mini trail upon submitting a responsibility term. The walking route has no minimum age requirement. It is organized by Núcleo Dão Nelas / Dão Nelas Runners and includes chip timing for competitive distances, ensuring accurate results.

The race courses traverse the scenic and challenging terrain of the Nelas municipality, featuring mountainous trails with significant elevation changes, rocky sections, streams, and natural vegetation. The race atmosphere combines the spirit of endurance sports with community participation, including an optional lunch and a prize ceremony for various categories and teams.

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Age categories/divisions:
• M Junior (18-19 years)
• F Junior (18-19 years)
• M Sub23 (20-22 years)
• F Sub23 (20-22 years)
• M Seniores (23-34 years)
• F Seniores (23-34 years)
• M35 (35-39 years)
• F35 (35-39 years)
• M40 (40-44 years)
• F40 (40-44 years)
• M45 (45-49 years)
• F45 (45-49 years)
• M50 (50-54 years)
• F50 (50-54 years)
• M55 (55-59 years)
• F55 (55-59 years)
• M60 (60-64 years)
• F60 (60-64 years)
• M65 (65-69 years)
• F65 (65-69 years)
• M70 (70+ years)
• F70 (70+ years)

Start/finish locations: Vila de Nelas

Start times per category/distance:
• Trail Longo (25 km): 09:00
• Trail Curto (15 km): 09:00
• Mini Trail (10 km): 09:15
• Caminhada (10 km): 09:15

Cut-off times:
• Trail Longo: 6 hours
• Trail Curto: 5 hours
• Mini Trail: 4 hours

Bib pick-up time and location:
• February 28, 2026, 14:00-17:00 at Núcleo Dão Nelas
• March 1, 2026, 07:00-08:30 near the start line

Participants limit: 1000 total

Registration deadline: February 23, 2026, 23:59

Surface types: Mountainous trails with rocks, streams, vegetation, and some road crossings with traffic control

Course format: Single loop courses for each distance

Race routes: Trails crossing various parishes of Nelas municipality

Timing method: Electronic chip timing with validation at control points

Toilets and aid station placement:
• Aid stations with solids and liquids: 3 for Trail Longo, 2 for Trail Curto, 1 for Mini Trail, and 1 for Caminhada (water and fruit)

Prizes: Awards for top 3 overall male and female, category winners, and team classifications


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Benefits

🎽 Athlete kit: bib with electronic chip, personal accident insurance, race gifts, and post-race refreshments
🏅 Finisher prize: medals and prize ceremony for overall and category winners
⏱️ Timing + live results by category available on acorrer.pt
🛟 Safety support: presence of firemen, GNR, and staff assisting at road crossings
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident included in registration fee
🥤 Aid stations: water, isotonic drinks, fruit, and solid food according to distance
🏆 Podium awards for top 3 male, female, and team classifications


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