SPT Sunset Trail Vila Chã

The V Trail e Caminhada “Rota da Maçã de Montanha” will take place on October 18, 2025, in Armamar, Portugal. The event includes three distances: a 20 km trail, a 12 km short trail, and an 8 km walk. Designed to highlight the region’s scenic apple-growing landscapes, the race is open to participants of all levels and nationalities. Both trail distances include chip timing and age group rankings, while the walk is a non-competitive, family-friendly option. The courses cover rural paths, vineyard slopes, and municipal roads, with moderate to high technical difficulty. All events start and finish in front of the Armamar Town Hall, with shower access available at the municipal indoor pool. The event fosters a festive atmosphere, featuring a warm-up session, prize giving, and an optional post-race dinner.

The 1st edition of the “Só Para Bravos” Challenge takes place on October 18, 2025, at Parque Verde do Bonito in Entroncamento. This unique test is designed exclusively for firefighters and forest protection professionals, who will run a 1.5km course while wearing full wildfire protective gear (EPI Florestal). Participants must demonstrate speed, technique, and resilience — just like in real rural firefighting conditions. Open only to qualified personnel, this challenge honors the bravery and strength of those who protect our forests.

The IV Trail Vicentino Noturno by Oliveira Pneus takes place on October 18, 2025, across the municipalities of Ponta Delgada and Ribeira Grande, on São Miguel Island (Azores). This night trail running event features three distances: Trail Long: approx. 32 km Trail Sprint: approx. 22 km Walk: approx. 12 km Each race begins at a different starting point (Ajuda da Bretanha, Santa Bárbara, and Poços de São Vicente Ferreira) and all finish at the Sports Pavilion of São Vicente Ferreira. The event is open to athletes of all levels, both licensed and non-licensed. Organized by GDSVF (Grupo Desportivo de São Vicente Ferreira), the event is supported by the Municipality of Ponta Delgada and other local partners. This is the 4th edition of the event and continues to grow in participation and community engagement.

The Meia Maratona do Algarve / Mamamaratona is one of the Algarve’s most symbolic running events, combining sport, health awareness, and community spirit. Taking place in the beautiful coastal town of Quarteira on October 19, 2025, the event offers two competitive distances: a 21.1 km FPA-certified half marathon and a 10.5 km mini marathon. Organized by the Municipality of Loulé and the Associação de Atletismo do Algarve, in partnership with the Associação Oncológica do Algarve, the race also carries a charitable cause: €2 from every registration is donated to the AOA in support of cancer prevention and awareness programs. With a flat seaside course starting and finishing at Passeio das Dunas in Vilamoura, runners will enjoy a fast and scenic route, perfect for achieving personal bests or simply celebrating the joy of running with hundreds of other athletes.