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The VI Desafio Vertical 0/947 2026 is a trail running event taking place on March 28, 2026, in Lagoa, Portugal. It features several distances, including the DV Trail (37.9 km with 1870 m positive elevation), DV Trail Sprint (25.6 km with 1370 m positive elevation), DV Caminhada (9.4 km non-competitive walk), and DV Kids (1.5 km for children aged 6-15).

The event is open to all athletes who meet the age requirements for each race, with categories for youth, seniors, veterans, and teams. The DV Trail and DV Trail Sprint are classified by ITRA and contribute to the National Trail Championships and the São Miguel Island Trail Circuit. The courses traverse scenic trails and agricultural paths in the Lagoa municipality, offering challenging terrain and beautiful natural landscapes.

The atmosphere combines competitive spirit with a family-friendly environment, including a non-competitive walk and a kids’ race. The event is organized with staggered individual start times in a time-trial format, fostering a focused yet communal race experience.

The 7th Night Running Santiago do Cacém is a running event scheduled for March 28, 2026, taking place at the Pavilhão da Juventude Atlético Clube (J.A.C.) in Santiago do Cacém, Setúbal. The event features a variety of races including a 14 km run and a 10 km walk, alongside children’s races of 300m, 800m, and 1000m distances.

The 14 km race is open to all runners aged 16 and above with no license requirement, while the 10 km walk has no age limit but minors must be accompanied by an adult. The race routes traverse diverse terrain such as dirt paths, cobblestone, stairs, and paved roads, mostly at night, requiring the use of a frontal light, which adds a unique atmosphere and challenge to the event.

The event offers a festive and inclusive atmosphere with categories for children and adults, symbolic prizes for top finishers and teams, and promotes healthy living and local exploration. It includes a variety of age categories and team competitions, making it a community-centered and family-friendly night running experience.

The Ultra Trail do Marão 2026 (UTM 2026) returns from March 26 to 29, 2026, set in the dramatic terrain of Serra do Marão, with its headquarters in Amarante, Portugal. This iconic mountain trail running event is known for its rugged beauty, technical challenges, and warm local atmosphere.

UTM 2026 offers six trail distances to suit all profiles — from elite mountain runners to beginner trail enthusiasts:

120 km (UTM 120)

60 km (UTM 60)

40 km (UTM 40)

25 km (UTM 25)

15 km (UTM 15)

6 km (UTM 6)

Each race immerses athletes in a pristine natural environment with forests, rivers, ancient paths, and dramatic climbs, making it one of Portugal’s most scenic and demanding trail events. It’s open to all, with some races requiring previous mountain experience.

The 4th Moimenta da Beira Run, Rota da Cabeça Gorda, is a mountain running event taking place on March 29, 2026, in Moimenta da Beira, Portugal. It features multiple race distances for different age groups, including 0.9 km for Benjamins, 1.8 km for Iniciados, 2.7 km for Juvenis, 6 km for Juniores, and a challenging 14 km course for Seniors and Veterans, along with a 7 km walking option.

This event is open to all athletes registered with any association nationwide, as well as popular, school, and individual participants. It serves as the 22nd Final of the Portuguese Mountain Running Cup and the 6th District Mountain Running Championship, attracting competitive runners of all levels.

The race unfolds on a demanding mountain terrain with slight elevation challenges, offering a competitive and festive atmosphere. It includes youth races, a walk, and awards presentation followed by a communal lunch, making it a well-rounded mountain running experience.