Quinhendros Trail
Event summary
Quinhendros Trail 2026 is a trail running event scheduled for March 22, 2026, in Montemor-O-Velho, Portugal. The race features three distances: Mini Trail 12K, Short Trail 16K, and a 10K Walk, with the Short Trail 16K being part of the ADAC District Trail Running Circuit.
The event is open to all participants, with the Short Trail 16K requiring athletes to be affiliated with the Associação de Atletismo de Coimbra (ADAC) to score points in the district circuit, while the Mini Trail allows younger athletes (16-17 years) with parental consent. The courses traverse emblematic zones of Quinhendros and Montemor-O-Velho, including historical and natural landmarks.
The atmosphere combines sport and community engagement, promoting local heritage and tourism. The race includes warm-up sessions, briefings, and an awards ceremony, creating a festive yet competitive environment. Participants can enjoy the scenic countryside and cultural routes that make this trail unique.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Sub 18 (16-17 years, with parental consent for Mini Trail 12K)
• Adults (18+ for Short Trail 16K with ADAC affiliation)
Start/finish locations: Quinhendros, at the headquarters of ACDRS QUINHENDROS
Start times per category/distance:
• Trail Curto 16 km: 09:00
• Mini Trail 12 km / Caminhada 10 km: 09:30
Cut-off times:
• Mini Trail 12 km: 3 hours
• Trail Curto 16 km: 4 hours
• Caminhada 10 km: 3 hours
Bib pick-up time and location:
• March 21, 2026, 15:00–21:00
• March 22, 2026, 07:30–09:30
• Location: ACDRS QUINHENDROS headquarters, Rua da Associação, Quinhendros
Participants limit:
• 300 for each event: Mini Trail 12K, Trail Curto 16K, Caminhada 10K
Registration deadline: March 14, 2026, 23:59
Surface types: Mixed terrain including road, dirt, sand, and stone
Course format: Trail running routes through natural and historical landmarks
Race routes: Pass through Baixo Mondego fields, historical Montemor-O-Velho village, castle, geodetic marker, Paul do Taipal, Serra da Gardoa, PR1 MMV Monumental Bird Route, and local walking paths
Timing method: Digital chip timing with manual backup at control points
Toilets and aid station placement:
• Trail Curto 16 km: 2 aid stations (locations to be confirmed)
• Mini Trail 12 km and Caminhada 10 km: 1 aid station (location to be confirmed)
Prizes: Awards for top 3 male and female overall, top 3 teams, and top 3 in each age category according to ADAC regulation
Location
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Trail Run 16 km Licensed
Trail Run 16 km Non licensed
Trail Run 12 km
Walking 10 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: personalized bib, event souvenir (except after March 14, 2026)
🏅 Finisher prize: awards for top 3 male/female overall and in age categories, and top 3 teams
⏱️ Timing + live results via digital chip timing and manual checkpoints
🛟 Safety support: race support vehicles, mandatory insurance for non-federated participants
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident and liability coverage included for non-federated athletes
🥤 Aid stations: 2 for Trail Curto 16K, 1 for Mini Trail and Caminhada (locations TBD)
🚿 Showers: hot showers available at ACDRS QUINHENDROS pavilion after race
📸 Photography/video coverage: event images managed by organizer
🏆 Podium awards for individuals and teams per ADAC regulations
