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VII Trail de Elvas – World Heritage Run: ever thought about racing inside a fortified city?

Paula Veloso
by Paula Veloso
4 weeks ago

Ever thought about running in a UNESCO World Heritage site?
At the VII Trail de Elvas – World Heritage, you’re not just a runner — you’re moving through centuries of history, along fortresses, walls and open landscapes that make this one of the most unique trail running experiences in Portugal.

On Sunday, December 7, 2025, Elvas invites you to slow things down, step off the asphalt and discover a race where the journey matters just as much as the pace.

Distances

  • 20 km Trail — Start: 09:00
  • 12 km Trail — Start: 09:10
  • 12 km Walk — Start: 09:15

Start & finish location: Elvas (Alentejo).

➡️ See full details & registration on racefinder.pt

Why this race stands out

Elvas is not just scenic — it’s history in motion.
The course winds through peaceful countryside, rolling hills and the massive fortifications that earned the city its World Heritage status.

This trail is:

  • Accessible for beginners
  • Challenging enough to feel rewarding
  • Scenic (very scenic!)
  • Friendly and well organized
  • And fairly priced: 15€ to 18€, including insurance, aid stations and medal (for trail distances).

Who it’s perfect for

This event is ideal if you:

  • Want to try trail running in a supportive setting
  • Prefer experiences over speed
  • Like races that feel personal, calm and grounded
  • Want to end the year with a race that clears the mind

If you run to feel, not just to compete — you’ll feel at home here.

👉 Explore this race and more upcoming events at racefinder.pt

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