12º Trail Off-Road da Barreira 2026

The 10th Trail Ribeira de Limas is a trail running event taking place on February 15, 2026, in Serpa, Portugal. It offers four distances: approximately 32 km (Trail), 17 km (Trail Sprint), 10 km (Mini Trail), and an 8 km walk without classification.

The race is open to athletes aged 18 and over for the Trail, 16 and over for the Sprint and Mini Trail, and 12 and over for the walk, with minors requiring a signed responsibility waiver. The event is part of several regional and national trail and sprint circuits, including the Campeonato Regional de Trail and the Circuito Nacional de Trail (ATRP).

The course features marked trails with natural and artificial signage, requiring physical and mental preparation for mountain autonomy and adverse weather conditions. The atmosphere is competitive with individual and team classifications, including prizes for top finishers and teams.

The Corrida do Carnaval 2026 takes place on February 15, 2026, at 10:00, in Lousada (Portugal), with both start and finish on Av. Amílcar Neto. The event includes two timed races and one non-competitive walking option, making it suitable for different fitness levels and ages.

Participants can choose between a 10 km timed race, a 6 km timed race, or a 6 km walk (non-competitive). The maximum event duration is 2 hours, and the race routes are set through the streets of Lousada.

The event is organised by Runporto.com, with support from local and regional athletics entities, and includes medical assistance, electronic timing (for the races), bag drop, and aid stations.

The 1st Canicross Almoster is a mushing sports event taking place on February 15, 2026, in Alforzemel, Almoster, Santarém. It offers competitive disciplines including Canicross, Bikejoring, Scooterjoring, and Triciclo DR4, along with non-competitive activities such as a solidarity walk with or without dogs.

The event welcomes participants from 6 years old (for children’s categories) and adults, with competitive categories for males and females aged 16 and above. The race distances are approximately 5 km for most categories and 1.5 km for children’s Canicross. This event is part of the 2025/2026 Portuguese Mushing Cup, linking it to a wider national competition series.

The race course features natural terrain including trails through bushland and secondary dirt roads, providing a scenic and technical challenge. The atmosphere is inclusive and family-friendly, with specific races for children and a solidarity walk supporting animal protection organizations. The event also includes a convivial lunch and camping facilities for participants.

The Maroiço Up Hill is a mountain running race held on February 15, 2026, organized by Clube de Atletismo de Fafe with support from Associação de Atletismo de Braga and Federação Portuguesa de Atletismo. The event features two main races: the Up Hill, a 6 km race with 500 m positive elevation gain, and the Maroiço Up and Down, a 15 km race with 550 m positive elevation gain.

The competition is open to licensed athletes, including categories from Sub-23 to Senior, and is part of the Campeonato Regional de Corrida de Montanha AAB and the 1st stage of the Portuguese Cup (Taça de Portugal) organized by FPA. The courses traverse scenic mountain trails around Barragem da Queimadela and Alto do Maroiço, offering challenging climbs and descents surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes.

The atmosphere is competitive and organized with a focus on mountain trail running discipline. Awards are given by age group and gender, including team prizes on the longer race. Transportation is provided for athletes from the finish back to the start area, ensuring smooth logistics for participants.