MIUT - Madeira Island Ultra-Trail

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.

The Farol Adventure Trail – Flores Azores (FAT) returns on 25 April 2026, offering runners an unforgettable journey across the dramatic landscapes of Flores Island, Azores. Starting from the iconic Farol do Albarnaz and finishing at Farol da Ponta das Lajes, the event showcases lush valleys, coastal cliffs, volcanic formations, and waterfalls such as Poço do Bacalhau and Poço do Ferreiro.

This is more than a race—it’s an immersion into the island’s natural beauty and cultural heritage, passing through all parishes in the municipality of Lajes das Flores. Certified by the Associação de Trail Running de Portugal (ATRP), FAT is part of the National Trail Circuit, attracting both competitive trail athletes and nature enthusiasts.

Distances cater to different levels:

FAT36 – 36 km long trail (National Circuit Series 150)

FAT18 – 18 km sprint trail (National Sprint Circuit Series 150 + Youth Circuit)

FAT09 – 9 km short trail

FAT09c – 9 km walk (non-competitive)

With a friendly and community-driven atmosphere, the FAT blends elite competition with local hospitality, making it one of the most scenic and unique trail experiences in Portugal.

The II Trilhos da Boa Viagem is a trail running event taking place on April 26, 2026, starting at 09:00 in Moita, Setúbal. It offers three main distances: 23 km long trail, 12 km short trail, and a 10 km walk, plus a 500-meter kids’ fun run.

This event welcomes participants of all levels, including beginners and regular athletes, with specific age restrictions for the 12 km trail (minimum 14 years). It aims to promote sport, social interaction, and appreciation of the natural and cultural heritage of the Moita region, featuring mostly dirt paths and rural roads.

The race atmosphere is community-oriented and environmentally conscious, with marked routes and multiple aid stations. Awards are given to top finishers by gender and age categories, and there are prizes for the best teams in the 12 km and 23 km races.

The XIII Corrida Saúde+Solidária is a running event organized by the Associação de Estudantes da Faculdade de Medicina de Lisboa (AEFML) with technical support from Xistarca, taking place on April 26, 2026, at the Estádio Universitário de Lisboa. The event features three races: a 400m kids race, a 5km walk/run, and a 10km run.

The 10km and 5km races start at 10:00 and 10:05 respectively, with the kids race beginning at 9:30. The 10km race is open to participants born in 2008 or earlier, the 5km walk/run is open to all born in 2015 or earlier (with younger children allowed if accompanied by a guardian), and the kids race is for children born between 2014 and 2022.

The courses start and finish at the Estádio de Honra do Estádio Universitário de Lisboa and include urban routes through notable city areas. The event promotes health and solidarity, welcoming participants of all ages and abilities, including wheelchair users in the 5km walk/run.