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  • XIV Amarante Christmas Trail

    XIV Amarante Christmas Trail

    The XIV Amarante Christmas Trail is a trail running event taking place on December 21, 2025, in Amarante, Portugal. It offers four distances: a Long Trail of approximately 30 km, a Short Trail of 20 km, a Mini-Trail of 14 km, and a 12 km walk, designed to cater to various levels of trail enthusiasts.

    This event is open to participants aged 18 and over for the longer distances and 16 and over for the Mini-Trail and walk. The 20 km and 30 km trails are part of the Porto Trail Series, a district trail circuit promoted by the Porto Athletics Association, drawing both competitive and recreational runners. The course features rugged terrain across mountain slopes, rural paths, and forest roads around the Marão, Aboadela, and Marãozinho areas, finishing in the historic center of Amarante.

    The race atmosphere is inclusive and challenging, suitable for experienced trail runners prepared for significant elevation changes and winter conditions. Alongside individual races, there is also a walking event, making it a broad celebration of outdoor endurance sports in a festive seasonal setting.

    • Trail Run 30 km, 20 km, 14 km
    • Walking 12 km
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  • Carcavelos Xmas Trail

    Carcavelos Xmas Trail

    The Carcavelos Xmas Trail is a trail running event taking place on December 21, 2025, in Lousa de Lousa, Loures. This race offers two distances: a Short Trail of 18 km and a Mini Trail/Walking distance of 11 km, providing options for different levels of trail enthusiasts.

    Open to all athletes aged 16 and above without the need for a license, the event fosters sport in a natural environment and aims to promote tourism and environmental awareness of the region. Participants will enjoy the natural trail terrain with the challenge of elevation changes, complemented by a festive atmosphere typical of a Christmas season event.

    The race includes individual and team competitions with awards for the top finishers in both genders and age categories, as well as prizes for the best teams and the most numerous team. The event emphasizes sustainability with semi self-sufficiency aid stations where athletes refill their own containers, reinforcing respect for the environment.

    • Trail Run 18 km, 11 km
    • Walking 11 km
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  • VI Royal Falcon Trail

    VI Royal Falcon Trail

    The VI Trail do Falcão Real is a trail running event taking place on December 21, 2025, in Alcoutim, Portugal. It offers challenging distances of 46 km (Trail Ultra), 32 km (Trail), 16 km (Trail Sprint), and a 10 km Mini Trail / Walk, all starting and finishing in Alcoutim.

    The race is open to all participants aged 14 and above (with specific age limits per distance) and does not require a license. It features significant elevation gains, including +2200m for the Ultra trail, making it a demanding mountain race through trails and paths of the Alcoutim region.

    The event is organized by the Grupo Desportivo de Alcoutim with local municipal support, creating a festive and competitive atmosphere with podium prizes for individuals and teams. There are also classifications and awards for different age categories and the Mini Trail includes recognition for the first five overall finishers, making it inclusive for various levels.

    • Trail Run 46 km, 32 km, 16 km, 10 km
    • Walking 10 km
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  • O Natal Passa a Correr – CVP Frazão

    O Natal Passa a Correr – CVP Frazão

    The trail running event O Natal Passa a Correr – CVP Frazão will take place on December 28, 2025. It features a 14 km trail race and a 10 km non-timed walk, both held in a scenic open-road setting through local parishes, highlighting the area’s natural and cultural beauty.

    The 14 km trail is open to participants aged 18 and over and includes official timing, while the 10 km walk welcomes all ages from 2 to 90 years without timing. This event promotes sport and solidarity, creating a friendly and inclusive atmosphere for all participants.

    Both events include refreshment points and offer a commemorative t-shirt, making it a festive occasion combining physical challenge with community spirit.

    • Trail Run 14 km
    • Walking 10 km
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  • Walk, Solidarity Trail Friends of Fur.

    Walk, Solidarity Trail Friends of Fur.

    The Caminhada, Trail Solidário Amigos do Pelo is a solidarity walking and trail event taking place on Sunday, December 28, 2025, at 09:30 in the Auditório Municipal Carlos Paredes, Vila Nova de Paiva, Viseu.

    Participants can choose between a 12 km run or a 10 km walk, making the event accessible to runners and walkers of various levels. The event is open to all and free of charge, encouraging community participation and support for a charitable cause.

    This festive event encourages participants to bring a Christmas-themed accessory, enhancing the joyful and family-friendly atmosphere. Organized by Malhadinhas Clube and the Municipality of Vila Nova de Paiva, it combines sport, solidarity, and seasonal celebration with refreshments and bathing facilities provided.

    • Trail Run 12 km
    • Walking 10 km
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  • IX FREE TRAIL ÁGUIAS DE ALVELOS | RÉVEILLON

    IX FREE TRAIL ÁGUIAS DE ALVELOS | RÉVEILLON

    The IX Free Trail Águias de Alvelos | Réveillon is a trail running event taking place on December 31, 2025, in Alvelos, Barcelos, Portugal. This event features a 15 km trail run and a 10 km walk, both departing and finishing at the Adro da Igreja Paroquial de Alvelos.

    The event is open to all participants aged 14 and above without the requirement of a competitive license, emphasizing a free and non-competitive nature. It offers a festive atmosphere with traditional seasonal treats like Bolo-Rei, Pão-de-ló, Champagne, and Port Wine provided to all participants at the finish.

    The trail course passes through diverse landscapes including mountain zones and several parishes within Barcelos, providing scenic views and a communal spirit for participants. The event promotes inclusivity with both trail running and walking options, and it is organized by the Associação Recreativa e Cultural Águias de Alvelos.

    • Trail Run 15 km
    • Walking 10 km
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  • 12th Edition of the Templar Night Trails

    12th Edition of the Templar Night Trails

    The 12th Edition of the Trilhos Noturnos dos Templários is a trail running event taking place on January 3, 2026, in Santa Cita, Tomar, Portugal. It offers three distances: Trail Curto (Sprint) at 20 km, Mini Trail at 14 km, and a 10 km Caminhada (walk). The event is open to all athletes aged 12 and above, with specific age categories and authorization required for minors.

    The Trail Curto (Sprint) race is part of the Regional Circuit of the Associação de Atletismo de Santarém, adding a competitive edge specifically for the 20 km distance. The course runs mainly on trails and forest roads, featuring significant elevation gain and passages alongside the Rio Nabão and Rio Zêzere, immersing participants in the historic paths once traveled by the Templars.

    The atmosphere combines historical inspiration with a sporting challenge in a natural and technical environment. The event concludes with an awards ceremony and a communal dinner, creating a festive and inclusive environment for athletes and their supporters.

    • Trail Run 20 km, 14 km
    • Walking 10 km
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  • Vulcan Trail

    Vulcan Trail

    The Vulcan Trail 2026, organized by Grupo Desportivo de Igreja Nova, will take place on January 4, 2026, in Igreja Nova, Mafra. The event features three options: Trail Longo (20+ km), Trail Curto (12+ km), and a non-competitive Caminhada. It is part of the Mafra Trail Running Series and aims to promote healthy lifestyles, environmental awareness, and local trail culture. Participants compete across several age divisions and enjoy a scenic route through rural and wooded terrain, with elevation and technical elements. The race is semi self-sufficient, requiring athletes to carry their own hydration system. All competitive participants receive electronic timing, and finishers earn medals. Team participation is encouraged, with prizes for both individual and group results. The event ends with an optional hot meal and social gathering. The organization enforces sustainability practices, including no single-use cups at aid stations.

    • Trail Run 20 km, 12 km
    • Walking 8 km
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  • VOUGA TRAIL

    VOUGA TRAIL

    The Vouga Trail 2026 is a trail running event taking place from January 9 to 11, 2026, in Sever do Vouga, Portugal. It offers a variety of race distances, including ultra (55 km), long (38 km), short (20 km), mini (12 km), and uphill (5 km) trails, as well as a non-competitive 12 km walk and a kids’ social event with distances from 500 to 2000 meters adjusted by age.

    This event is open mainly to adult athletes (18+), with younger categories for mini and kids events, and includes timed races with official classification. It features challenging elevation profiles, with up to 2800 meters of positive climb, across natural heritage areas with lush trails, riverbanks, levadas, and scenic mountain views around the Serra da Freita, Arestal, and Ladário massifs.

    The atmosphere combines competitive trail racing with social and family-oriented activities, including the Vouga Kids event and a walking trail, making it inclusive for various participant profiles. The event also offers a multi-stage Green Stages race totaling 63 km, spread over three days.

    • Trail Run 22 km, 14 km, 55 km, 38 km
    • Uphill 5 km
    • Walking 12 km
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  • TRILHOS DOS REIS

    TRILHOS DOS REIS

    Trilhos dos Reis 2026 is a trail running event taking place on January 10 and 11, 2026, in Portalegre, Portugal. The event features multiple distances including the Ultra Trilhos dos Reis (48 km), Trilhos dos Reis (31 km), Mini Trilhos dos Reis (18 km), a 12 km walk, and a night run for kids (Kids Night Run) in the city center.

    The races are open to all qualified athletes with age restrictions depending on the distance, starting from 18 or 20 years for the longer distances and no restrictions for the walk. The event provides a challenging and fun trail experience across mountainous and agricultural terrain with varying surfaces and elevation profiles, including significant altitude gain.

    The atmosphere is inclusive with competitive individual and team classifications, awards for general and age categories, and additional activities like a kids’ night run, making it family-friendly and festive. The event is organized by DAP – Associação de Desporto e Aventura de Portalegre and is well supported with safety measures and technical assistance.

    • Trail Run 48 km, 31 km, 18 km
    • Walking 12 km
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