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  • LISBON ECO MARATHON

    LISBON ECO MARATHON

    The Lisbon Eco Marathon 2026 is a running event scheduled for April 12, 2026, in Lisbon, Portugal. Participants will start and finish at Alameda Cardeal Cerejeira in Parque Eduardo VII, offering a scenic urban park setting for the races.

    The event features four distances: a full marathon (42 km), half marathon (21 km), mini marathon (13 km), and an approximately 8 km walk. It is open to all participants without nationality or gender restrictions, with age limits depending on the distance. The race has a maximum participation limit of 3000 athletes across all distances.

    The courses run through the Monsanto forest park, providing a unique natural landscape within the city. The atmosphere is inclusive, welcoming competitive runners as well as walkers, with structured start times and support services. There is no mention of team or relay events in the provided materials.

    • Marathon 42 km
    • Half Marathon 21 km
    • Road Running 13 km
    • Walking 8 km
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  • MARATHON SONS OF FREITA 2026

    MARATHON SONS OF FREITA 2026

    The Maratona Filhos da Freita 2026 is a road mountain marathon event taking place on April 18, 2026, in Arouca, Portugal. The event features competitive races of 42 km and 21 km distances, as well as a 10 km walking route, all starting and finishing at Praça Brandão de Vasconcelos. The marathon involves significant elevation gain, with approximately 1600 meters for the full marathon and 900 meters for the half marathon.

    Open to athletes over 18 years for the marathon and over 16 years for the half marathon, the event is organized by Confraria Trotamontes in partnership with the Municipality of Arouca and supported by the local volunteer firefighters. The race is semi-autonomous with multiple aid stations and safety support, conducted on mountain roads and partly paved surfaces, providing a scenic and challenging experience. The atmosphere is competitive yet supportive, with classifications by age groups and teams, along with podium prizes.

    Besides the main races, the event includes a 10 km walk in the vicinity of Arouca along the Rio Arda valley, making it accessible to a wider audience including families and recreational participants.

    • Road Running 42 km, 21 km
    • Walking 10 km
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  • European Marathon - Aveiro

    European Marathon - Aveiro

    The Maratona da Europa – Aveiro 2026 is a running event that will take place on April 25-26, 2026, in Aveiro, Portugal. The race offers several distances: a full marathon (42.195 km) for participants born in 2006 or earlier, a half marathon (21.0975 km) and a 10 km mini-marathon for those born in 2008 or earlier, and a 5 km walk open to all ages.

    The event is open to participants without license requirements, but includes categories by age groups and offers sub-elite bibs for athletes with qualifying times. It is organized by the Câmara Municipal de Aveiro and GlobalSport with regional tourism support. The race features timed electronic chip tracking and is structured with cut-off times to ensure safety and organization.

    The race route and its surroundings provide a scenic experience through Aveiro, with multiple aid stations and a supportive atmosphere. The event includes not only competitive races but also a non-competitive walk, making it inclusive for various participant profiles.

    • Marathon 42 km
    • Half Marathon 21 km
    • Road Running 10 km, 10 km + 21 km, 10 km + 42 km
    • Walking 5 km
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  • Zumub 24h Run Mem Martins - Sintra

    Zumub 24h Run Mem Martins - Sintra

    The VII Edition of the 24 Hours Running Mem Martins – Sintra is a long-duration endurance running event that will take place on May 9 and 10, 2026, in Mem Martins, Sintra. The event features multiple race options including 24-hour, 12-hour, and 3-hour races, as well as a Night Marathon, all held on a certified closed-loop circuit of 1,609.34 meters.

    Open to individual athletes and teams (for the 24-hour race), this competition welcomes both federated and non-federated runners aged 18 and above. The courses offer a unique combination of asphalt, dirt, and wooden boardwalk surfaces within the scenic Parque da Bacia de Retenção de Águas do Algueirão, creating a distinct and varied terrain for participants.

    With a festive and challenging atmosphere, the event also includes team competitions and awards for top finishers, making it ideal for endurance athletes seeking to push their limits in a well-organized and supportive environment.

    • Ultra Marathon 24 H
    • Road Running 24 H, 12 H, 3 H
    • Marathon 42 km
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  • EDP Lisbon Marathon

    EDP Lisbon Marathon

    The EDP Lisbon Marathon 2026 is a prestigious marathon race held on October 10, 2026, in Lisbon, Portugal. This event features a classic marathon distance of 42.195 kilometers and is part of the World Athletics calendar with the ‘World Athletics Elite Label’, attracting top international elite athletes as well as thousands of amateur runners.

    The race course starts at Estrada N6-7 in Carcavelos and finishes at the iconic Praça do Comércio, offering participants stunning views along the sea and river sides. The marathon is open to runners aged 18 and above, with a maximum limit of 18,000 participants. It is celebrated for its scenic route and festive atmosphere, endorsed by major media like Forbes and Huffington Post.

    The event emphasizes inclusivity, allowing participation of athletes with visual impairments and those with mobility challenges using wheelchairs (assisted), ensuring equal opportunities. The race does not mention team or relay categories but offers a rich individual marathon experience in a world-class setting.

    • Road Running 42 km
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  • Porto Marathon 2026

    Porto Marathon 2026

    The Porto Marathon 2026 is one of Portugal’s most iconic road running events and returns on November 8, 2026. The race starts near SEA LIFE Porto and finishes at the Queimódromo, next to Parque da Cidade.

    Known for its fast and mostly flat course along Porto’s Atlantic coastline, the event attracts thousands of national and international runners every year. With several race distances available, it caters to different levels of fitness, from experienced marathoners to those looking for a relaxed, non-competitive walk.

    • Marathon 42.195 km
    • Road Running 10 km
    • Walking 6 km
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