LYNXRACE MAFRA 2026

The Trilhos dos Heróis – Sunset Trail is a trail running event scheduled for September 26, 2026, in Vila Franca das Naves, Guarda, Portugal. This event offers a variety of distances including a Long Trail of 31 km with an elevation gain of 1000 meters, a Short Trail of 19 km with 650 meters of elevation, a 12 km walking route with 400 meters of elevation, and a Trail Kids race for children aged 5 to 15 years.

The event is open to all athletes meeting the minimum age requirements (18 years for the Long Trail, 16 years for the Short Trail, and no restrictions for the walk), promoting community engagement by bringing together various generations. It integrates two national trail circuits: the Circuito Nacional Trail Sprint and the Circuito Nacional Trail of the ATRP, offering a unique opportunity for competitive or recreational participation.

The course starts and finishes at the Firefighters’ Headquarters of Vila Franca das Naves, presenting a scenic forest environment enhanced by the magic of the sunset. The atmosphere is vibrant and welcoming, encouraging both serious runners and families to explore, enjoy, and create memorable experiences. Additional activities include the Trail Kids race, designed for younger participants near the headquarters area.

The Grande Trail da Serra D’Arga is a trail running event scheduled for October 2-4, 2026, in the Serra d’Arga region, with race starts in Caminha, Dem, and São Lourenço da Montaria.

It offers multiple distances: an ultra 100 km race with 4594 m ascent, a 50 km trail with 2500 m ascent, a 31 km, a 17 km, and a 15 km trail race, plus a 12 km walk and a kids’ trail with distances from 250 m up to 2100 m. The event welcomes all adult participants over 18 years old and includes categories for youth and adults, with team classifications as well.

The races feature demanding mountain terrain with large elevation gains, technical trails, and picturesque landscapes including historic villages, waterfalls, and rivers. The atmosphere combines competitive spirit with cultural experiences such as folklore performances, making it a unique and festive mountain trail event for all levels, including family-friendly kids’ events.

The Pisão Extreme 2026 is a skyrunning challenge through the dramatic Serra da Arada, organized by SpotCriativo Eventos with support from the São Pedro do Sul Municipality. Taking place on October 3–4, 2026, this event offers five circular trail courses, all under the auspices of the Portuguese Federation of Camping and Mountaineering (FCMP).

With distances ranging from 4 km to 65 km, Pisão Extreme caters to a wide spectrum of athletes — from beginners testing vertical gains to ultra-endurance mountain runners. Each course delivers rugged ascents, technical terrain, and breathtaking natural scenery.

This is not just a race — it’s a high-altitude test of resilience, autonomy, and mountain spirit.

Jerumelho