Penacova Trail do Centro

  • Carlos Sá Nature Events
  • Sat, Sep 6 - Sun, Sep 7, 2025
  • FREE – 40 €
  • 6 races
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Event summary

The Penacova Trail do Centro 2025 will take place on September 6 and 7, 2025, in Penacova, Portugal. The event offers trail running experiences across scenic and challenging routes in central Portugal, designed for athletes of all levels — from elite trail runners to casual hikers.
The weekend begins on Saturday evening with the symbolic 2KM Prologue and Kids Races, followed by the main trail distances on Sunday morning, including 46KM, 31KM, 16KM (trail and hike). The event celebrates both performance and nature, offering a unique, immersive outdoor experience.

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  • Date & Location: 6–7 September 2025, Penacova, Portugal

  • Distances:

    • 46 km (+2003 m / –2005 m) – 10 h cut-off, checkpoint at 29 km (7 h limit)

    • 31 km (+1224 m / –1222 m) – no cut-off

    • 16 km Mini Trail/Hike (+664 m) – no cut-off

    • 2 km Prologue TT – individual start, 30-second intervals

    • Kids’ Race – various short distances

  • Programme:

    • 6 Sep – 18:00–20:00 bib pick-up; 18:30 Kids’ Race; 19:00 Prologue TT

    • 7 Sep – 07:00–08:00 bib pick-up (46 & 31 km); 08:00 start (46 & 31 km); 08:00–09:00 bib pick-up (16 km); 09:00 start (16 km); 14:00 awards; 16:00 closure

  • Start/Finish: Praia do Reconquinho, Penacova

  • Surface: Mountain trail, technical sections, steep climbs and descents

  • Registration Deadline: 29 August 2025

  • Categories: M/F overall + age groups (Jun, Sub-23, Senior, M/F40, M/F50, M/F60); team classification

  • Timing: Chip timing

  • Aid Stations: 46 km (4), 31 km (2), 16 km (2), Prologue (finish only)

  • Mandatory Gear: Water reservoir, survival blanket, whistle, phone (varies by distance)

  • Full Regulation 📎


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Benefits

🎽 Athlete Kit: Personalized bib with chip, official race t-shirt, event memento
🏅 Finisher Prizes: Medal for all finishers; podium trophies for top 3 overall and per category; team prizes
🛟 Support: On-course marshals, safety teams, medical assistance
🛡️ Insurance: Personal accident coverage included
🥤 Aid Stations: Liquid and solid nutrition according to distance
🚿 Facilities: Showers at finish, snacks/lunch at finish zone
📸 Extras: Professional race photos, points for Best Trail Series & ATRP rankings


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