Sintra Trail Cruz Alta 2026

🚶‍♂️🏃‍♀️ Challenge yourself at Sintra Trail Cruz Alta 2026! A unique experience in the stunning Sintra Mountains, with races for all levels and a walking event to enjoy nature.

Organized by the Sintra City Council on November 1, 2026, the 3rd edition features two competitive races and a recreational walk. Starting and finishing at Largo Rainha D. Amélia, the routes traverse mostly easy technical trails and dirt roads, passing iconic spots like Pena Park, Cruz Alta, and Tapada do Mouco.

The trails are ideal for trail runners and walkers seeking natural and historic surroundings. The event offers liquid and solid refreshment points, electronic timing chips, and a complete kit for competitive participants.

🏔️ Races

• Sintra Trail Cruz Alta 20 Km – 20 km · Start 08:15 · Cutoff 3h30 · Minimum age 21
• Sintra Trail Cruz Alta Initiation 12 Km – 12 km · Start 08:45 · Cutoff 2h30 · Minimum age 18
• Sintra Walking Cruz Alta 8 Km – 8 km · Start 09:00 · Cutoff 3h30 · Minimum age 10 (children under 14 must be accompanied)

⏰ Schedule Oct 30: 10:00–19:00 – Registration at Decathlon Sintra Oct 31: 10:00–18:00 – Registration at Decathlon Sintra Nov 1:

• 07:30 – Warm-up (20 Km)
• 07:45 – Gear check (20 Km)
• 08:05 – Briefing (20 Km)
• 08:15 – Start (20 Km)
• 08:20 – Gear check (12 Km)
• 08:35 – Briefing (12 Km)
• 08:45 – Start (12 Km)
• 08:50 – Warm-up (8 Km)
• 08:55 – Briefing (8 Km)
• 09:00 – Start (8 Km)
• 10:00–14:30 – Showers at Sport União Sintrense

🎽 Registration includes Technical t-shirt, bib number, timing chip (competitive races), solid and liquid refreshments, finisher medal, accident insurance, access to showers, transport to finish in case of withdrawal, and medical assistance.

🏆 Prizes Awards for top 3 male and female finishers overall in 20 Km and 12 Km races, plus age group prizes during arrival ceremonies.

🏅 Circuit The 20 Km Trail counts towards the National Trail Circuit.

🚶‍♂️🏃‍♀️ Experience the magic of Sintra and push your limits! Register now and join this unforgettable adventure! 🌄