MessengerV ESCARPIADA TRAIL
Event summary
The V Trail da Escarpiada is a trail running event scheduled for November 22, 2025, taking place in the Serra de Sicó region near Casmilo village, Condeixa-a-Nova, Portugal. It offers competitive distances of approximately 31 km (Long Trail), 16 km (Short/Sprint Trail), and 10 km (Mini Trail/Youth Trail), along with a 10 km walking event.
This race is open to all qualifying age groups starting from 16 years old for the 10 km distance and older for longer distances. The 31 km race is part of the Coimbra District Trail Circuit and is a candidate for the ATRP Trail Circuit series. The courses traverse natural mountain trails with significant elevation gains, offering a challenging and scenic experience in a rugged mountainous landscape.
The event fosters a fair play and supportive atmosphere and includes team competitions and awards, making it suitable for both individual competitors and teams. It also features a walking event and caters to various age categories, promoting inclusivity and community engagement.
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Start times per category/distance:
• 31 km Long Trail: 09:00
• 16 km Short Trail: 10:00
• 10 km Mini Trail: 10:30
• 10 km Walk: 10:40
Bib pick-up time and location:
• November 21, 2025, 17:30–21:00 at Intermarché de Condeixa
• November 22, 2025, 07:30–10:00 at Associação do Casmilo
Start/finish locations: Near Associação da aldeia do Casmilo, Condeixa-a-Nova
Age categories/divisions:
• Juveniles M/F (16–17 years)
• Juniors M/F (18–19 years)
• Sub-23 M/F (20–22 years)
• Seniors M/F (23–34 years)
• M35/F35 (35–39 years)
• M40/F40 (40–44 years)
• M45/F45 (45–49 years)
• M50/F50 (50–54 years)
• M55/F55 (55–59 years)
• M60/F60 (60–64 years)
• M65/F65 (65–69 years)
• M70/F70 (70+ years)
Cut-off times:
• Long Trail (31 km): 6 hours
• Short Trail (16 km): 4 hours
• Mini Trail (10 km): 3 hours
Registration deadline: November 12, 2025
Link to full regulation: Official Rules
Surface types: Mountain trails with natural terrain, roots, stones, and elevation changes
Course format: Point-to-point or looped trails within Serra de Sicó
Timing method: Electronic timing chip (MyLaps) integrated in bib
Toilets and aid station placement:
• Aid stations for 31 km at approx. 8 km, 16 km, and 23.5 km
• Aid station for 16 km at approx. 8 km
• Aid stations for 10 km and walk at approx. 5 km
Location
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Trail Run 31 km
Trail Run 16 km
Trail Run 10 km
Walking 10 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: personalized bib with integrated timing chip
🏅 Finisher prize: official event memorabilia, water bottle, and finisher prize for competitive races
⏱️ Timing + live results by category with electronic chip timing (MyLaps)
🛟 Safety support: organized controls at traffic crossings and support teams on course
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident and liability insurance included in registration fee
🥤 Aid stations: food and hydration at multiple points according to race distance
🚿 Showers and changing rooms available post-race at Pavilhão Municipal in Condeixa with shuttle transport
📸 Photography: professional photographers positioned along the course with free access to photos
🏆 Medals and trophies awarded to top finishers in each age category and team classifications
