Série AXtrail #1 Coentral 2026

The Trail Santa Iria 2026 is a trail running event scheduled for February 1, 2026, in Gondomar, Portugal. It offers three distances: a Long Trail of 23 km with 1100 m positive elevation gain, a Short Trail of 13 km with 600 m elevation gain, and a 10 km walk. The event is open to participants aged 18+ for the long trail, 16+ for the short trail, and 16+ or accompanied minors for the walk, welcoming both amateur and experienced trail runners.

This race is organized by Associação Branzelo Ativo and features a semi-autonomous format with aid stations providing liquids and solids along the routes. The courses run through natural and varied terrain near the village of Branzelo, offering challenging elevation and beautiful landscapes. The atmosphere is community-oriented and competitive, with podium awards for top finishers and team categories, creating a festive and motivating environment for all participants.

Additional activities include a 10 km walk suitable for families and less competitive participants, making the Trail Santa Iria an inclusive outdoor event that caters to a broad range of trail enthusiasts and nature lovers.

The Cabanão Trail 2026 is a trail running event taking place on February 1, 2026, organized by Clube Domus Nostra. The event is held at the Clube Domus Nostra headquarters, offering a unique opportunity to engage with nature while promoting sport and community values. It includes two competitive trail races of 21 km and 14 km, the latter being part of the Coimbra District Trail Running Circuit (CDTRC), plus a recreational 10 km walk open to all ages.

The races are open for all participants, federated or not, with minimum age requirements of 18 years for the 21 km trail and 16 years for the 14 km trail (minors require a responsibility term). This broad inclusivity makes the event accessible to a wide range of trail enthusiasts. The course features marked trails with natural landscapes, respecting private and agricultural lands, encouraging environmental respect.

The atmosphere is friendly and community-centered, with team classifications and prizes for top individual and team performances, including special awards such as fastest last kilometer. The event also offers a 10 km family-friendly walk, making it a diverse sporting event for different fitness levels and ages.

The VII Trilhos de Viana is a trail running event scheduled for February 1, 2026, in Viana do Castelo, Portugal. It offers multiple race categories including a Long Trail, Short Trail, Mini-Trail, and a Walking option, catering to a wide range of participants.

This race is open to all runners and trail enthusiasts, making it accessible for both amateur and experienced athletes. The event is organized by Trilhos de Viana and provides a unique opportunity to experience the scenic and natural trails of the Viana do Castelo region.

The atmosphere of the VII Trilhos de Viana is expected to be vibrant and engaging, suitable for individuals and families alike, with diverse race formats to accommodate different preferences and skill levels.

The VII Trail do Rio Paiva is a competitive mountain trail running event scheduled for February 1, 2026, in Souselo, Cinfães, Portugal. This event offers four races: the TRP35K (35 km with 1600 m elevation gain), TRP23K (23 km with 1000 m elevation gain), TRP15K (15 km with 700 m elevation gain), and a non-competitive 10 km walk.

The races are open to all participants meeting the age requirements: 18+ for the 35K and 23K, 16+ for the 15K, and the walk is open to minors accompanied by adults. The competition includes individual and team classifications for the three trail races, with various age categories for men and women, making it inclusive for a broad range of trail runners.

The course features scenic landscapes along the trails of the Souselo, Tarouquela, Travanca, and Moimenta parishes, showcasing the beauty of the Paiva River and its tributaries. The event atmosphere is serious and competitive, supported by local institutions and organized with attention to safety and fair play. Additionally, a 10 km walk allows participants of all levels to enjoy the nature and community spirit.