Trail da CabeçAlta 2026

🏔️ Trail da CabeçAlta 2026

An epic adventure in the heart of Serra da Estrela!

Trail da CabeçAlta takes place on February 22, 2026 in Videmonte, Guarda, offering a unique experience through the most emblematic trails of the Serra da Estrela Natural Park.

🏃 The Races

Long Trail (26km) - The main challenge

• Distance: ~26 km
• Elevation gain: 1100 meters
• Time limit: 5h30
• Competitive mountain running race

Short Trail (14km) - Technical challenge

• Distance: ~14 km
• Elevation gain: 800 meters
• Time limit: 3h00
• Competitive race for all levels

Walk (12km) - For everyone

• Distance: ~12 km
• Non-competitive nature
• Family-friendly atmosphere

🌿 Ethics and Values

Trail da CabeçAlta is based on fundamental ethics and values shared by all runners, partners, volunteers and organizers:

• Environmental Responsibility: Never throw litter on the ground, respect fauna and flora, strictly follow the marked route
• Social Responsibility: Share the love for mountain trails with the community
• Solidarity: All athletes are obliged to help other participants in need

🎒 Mandatory Equipment

Equipment	Short Trail	Long Trail	Walk
🏷️ Bib	Mandatory	Mandatory	-
🔔 Whistle	Mandatory	Mandatory	-
📱 Mobile phone	Mandatory	Mandatory	Recommended
🧊 Survival blanket	Recommended	Mandatory	-
💧 1L Water reservoir	Recommended	Mandatory	-
🧥 Waterproof/Windbreaker	Recommended	Recommended	Recommended
🥤 0.5L Cup	Mandatory	Mandatory	Recommended
🩹 Bandage	Mandatory	Mandatory	Recommended

🎁 Participant Kit

• 🏷️ Personalized bib with chip
• 👕 Official Technical T-Shirt EM3 brand
• 🥖 1 Videmonte Rye Bread
• 🏅 Finisher Medal
• 💆 Recovery massage at the finish
• ⏱️ Timing
• 🎁 Event souvenirs
• 🏥 Sports insurance
• 🚐 Transport to finish line if withdrawing
• 📸 Photo coverage
• 💊 25% discount voucher Mondego Saúde - Physiotherapy & Wellness

📅 Schedule

Sunday, February 22, 2026:

• 07:30-09:00 - Registration opens (Videmonte Cultural Hall)
• 08:30 - Athlete check-in for Short and Long Trail
• 09:00 - Start Short Trail (3h limit) and Long Trail (5h30 limit)
• 09:05 - Start Walk
• 13:00-15:00 - Lunch and Award ceremony

🏆 Awards and Rankings

Overall Classification:

• Trophies for top 3 male and female (Short and Long Trail)

Flying Finish:

• Extra prize for first male and female (both races)

By Age Group:

• Sub-23 (18 to 23 years)
• Seniors (24 to 39 years)
• M40/F40 (40 to 49 years)
• M50/F50 (50 to 59 years)
• M60/F60 (60 and over)

ℹ️ Important Information

• 📍 Location: Videmonte Cultural Hall, Guarda
• 🏞️ Serra da Estrela Natural Park
• 📅 Date: February 22, 2026
• 🎂 Minimum age: 18 years (competitive races)
• 🍽️ Lunch included in registration