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The Foz Côa Douro Trail Adventure is a trail running event taking place from February 20 to 22, 2026, in the Alto Douro region of Portugal. This challenging race is composed of three stages with distances of 16 km, 30 km, and 17 km respectively, offering a demanding mountain terrain with significant elevation changes.

The event is open exclusively to athletes aged 18 and over, emphasizing extreme physical and mental endurance due to the high mountain trails, technical paths, and exposure to varying weather conditions. Participants traverse scenic landscapes featuring terraced valleys, the Douro and Côa rivers, vineyards known for world-class wines, flowering almond and olive trees, and cultural landmarks such as the Pocinho to Barca D’Alva railway and the historic Numão Castle.

The atmosphere blends adventure with cultural exploration, supported by transfers between stages, accommodation options, and communal dinners, fostering camaraderie among participants. The race includes individual competition over three days, with final classification determined by the cumulative time of all stages.

The Trail Costa Norte by ADSP is a trail running event taking place on February 21, 2026, in Ribeira Grande. It features multiple distances including the Trail Sprint (22 km with 749 m elevation), Mini-Trail (12 km with 351 m elevation), and a 12 km Walk, catering to a broad range of participants.

The event is open to the public with minimum age limits depending on the race type: 18 years for the Trail Sprint, 16 for the Mini-Trail, and the Walk allows children accompanied by an adult. The Trail Sprint is part of the São Miguel Trail Circuit, attracting both competitive and recreational runners.

Runners will experience diverse terrain including trails, streams, pastures, and roads, with careful attention to environmental preservation. The race offers a friendly and supportive atmosphere with post-race amenities such as hot showers and a finisher meal, making it a comprehensive trail event for all levels. There are team classifications and awards, and the event includes a mini-trail and a walk alongside the main sprint race.

The V BTT Rota do Queijo “Uma aventura Gastronómica” is a non-competitive mountain bike event taking place on February 22, 2026, in Celorico da Beira, Guarda. It offers two marked routes of approximately 27 km (low difficulty) and 44 km (medium difficulty).

This event is open to all age groups and genders, focusing on a gastronomic adventure with various refreshment points, gastronomic tastings, and entertainment moments along the routes. The atmosphere is friendly and recreational, with no timing or ranking, only participation mementos.

Participants will enjoy scenic trails, rural paths, and municipal roads, supported by local entities including volunteer firefighters and the national guard, ensuring safety and assistance throughout the course.

The 4th Cross São Salvador is a cross country running event taking place on February 22, 2026, at the Parque de Merendas da Vista Alegre in Ílhavo, Portugal. The race starts at 9:30 AM and is organized by the Junta de Freguesia de São Salvador and Associação Cultural e Desportiva Os Ílhavos.

The event features multiple categories for youth and adults, including juniors, seniors, and veterans, with free participation for younger age groups. It offers a competitive atmosphere for a wide range of runners.