Rivers Trail 2026

  • Sun, April 26, 2026
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  • 3 races
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Event summary

Trail das Ribeiras 2026 is a trail running event taking place on April 26, 2026, in Penacova, Portugal. The race offers three distances: a long trail of 19 km, a shorter trail of 14 km, and a 10 km walk, providing options for different levels of endurance and experience.

The event is open to athletes aged 18 and over for the long trail, while the shorter trail and walk allow participants from age 16 with parental consent. The race is organized by Grupo Desportivo de Telhado and features a semi-autonomous format with well-marked routes, emphasizing adherence to the natural environment and safety.

The Trail das Ribeiras routes are set in scenic natural surroundings near Telhado, with organized aid stations and safety support. The atmosphere promotes sportsmanship and respect, with clear rules of conduct and disqualification penalties to maintain fairness and safety. The event also includes a communal lunch and an awards ceremony, creating a friendly and community-focused race day.

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Age categories/divisions:
• Trail long (19 km): 18 years and older
• Trail (14 km): from 16 years with parental consent if under 18
• Walk (10 km): from 16 years with parental consent if under 18

Start/finish locations: Sede da associação Grupo Desportivo de Telhado, Telhado, Penacova

Start times per category/distance:
• Trail long (19 km): 09:00
• Trail (14 km): 09:20
• Walk (10 km): 09:30

Cut-off times: 6 hours for all distances

Bib pick-up time and location:
• April 25, 2026, 14:00–19:00 at Grupo Desportivo de Telhado
• April 26, 2026, 07:00–08:45 at Grupo Desportivo de Telhado

Surface types: Trail paths marked with ribbons, signs, and road markings

Course format: Semi-autonomous trail running with marked routes

Race routes:
• Trail long: 19 km
• Trail: 14 km
• Walk: 10 km

Timing method: Electronic chip integrated into bib

Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations managed by organizers at locations to be defined; participants encouraged to carry minimum calories and liquids

Prizes: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place awards for Trail and Trail long categories; finisher prizes for all participants


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Benefits

🎽 Athlete kit: bib, technical t-shirt, safety whistle, thermal blanket (depending on distance)
🏅 Finisher prize: medal and additional gifts
⏱️ Timing + live results via electronic chip on bib
🛟 Safety support: emergency and rescue teams present
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included in registration fee
🥤 Aid stations: hydration and nutrition points during the race
🧖 Post-race lunch included


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