SALTO NATURE TRAIL

The Ameal Trail – Meivcore 2026 is a trail running event scheduled for April 12, 2026, in Coimbra, Portugal. It features several race distances, including a 17 km trail, a 12 km mini trail, a 10 km walk, and a kids’ trail with distances adjusted by age group, making it inclusive for a wide range of participants.

The event is open to athletes of any nationality and sex, with specific age categories defined for classifications and awards, including youth starting from 3 years old in the kids’ races to seniors and veterans in the main trail events. Notably, the 17 km trail is part of the Coimbra District Trail Running Circuit (ADAC), highlighting its competitive significance.

The courses predominantly run through technical trails and tracks around the village of Ameal, offering challenging terrain with significant elevation gains (763 m for the 17 km trail and 567 m for the 12 km trail). The atmosphere is community-oriented and family-friendly, featuring a kids’ event with multiple short distances and award ceremonies, fostering a festive and inclusive environment.

The IX Meia Maratona de Vila Real is a half marathon event scheduled for April 12, 2026, in Vila Real, Portugal. It offers official distances of 21.097 km for the half marathon and 7 km for the mini marathon, with additional events including a 12 km mobility race for wheelchair users and a 5 km inclusive walk. Participation is open to runners aged 18 and above for the running events, and all ages for the walk.

The race is officially homologated by the Portuguese Athletics Federation and recognized by World Athletics, marking it as an international-class event. The courses feature the characteristic orography of Vila Real, promising a challenging experience through urban avenues and emblematic city areas.

The atmosphere is inclusive and community-focused, with options for athletes with disabilities, including wheelchair participants assisted by teams. The event also promotes healthy lifestyles and community engagement, featuring a non-competitive inclusive walk and a dedicated mobility race, making it a festive and accessible sporting occasion for all.

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.

Hybrid Day St Maria da Feira is a fixed bar cycling event scheduled for April 11, 2026, in St Maria da Feira. The event welcomes participants interested in fixed gear cycling, providing a unique opportunity to challenge themselves in this specialized discipline.

The race is open to all cycling enthusiasts, regardless of licensing status, encouraging wide participation. It offers a festive and community-driven atmosphere, making it an engaging experience for both competitors and spectators.