8th Trail Summer Challenge S.A. - Vila Galé

🏔️ 8th Trail Summer Challenge S.A. - Vila Galé 2026

Join the 8th edition of the Trail Summer Challenge S.A., a celebration of mountain trail running and nature at the stunning Praia Foz do Lizandro, Ericeira. Supported by Vila Galé hotels, this event promotes environmental awareness and plogging — while you run or walk, you help clean nature!

Perfect for trail running and walking enthusiasts seeking scenic natural routes with breathtaking coastal views. Start and finish at Praia Foz do Lizandro, enjoy trails crossing hills, valleys, and seaside areas in a safe and well-organized setting.

🏔️ Races

• Long Trail – ±24 km · Start 09:00 · Cutoff 4h · 18+ years
• Short Trail – ±15 km · Start 09:10 · Cutoff 4h · 18+ years
• Walk – ±12 km · Start 09:15 · Non-competitive, no chip

⏰ Schedule

• 07:00–08:30 — Registration and bib pickup (deck at Praia Foz do Lizandro)
• 08:45 — Briefing
• 09:00 — Long Trail start
• 09:10 — Short Trail start
• 09:15 — Walk start
• 13:30 — Course closes

🎽 Registration includes Bib, chip (except walk), liquid and solid aid stations, sports insurance, logistical support, finisher puzzle medal for the Challenge S.A. Circuit, Vila Galé €20 voucher for all participants, draws and special prizes.

🏆 Prizes Trophies for top 3 in each category for long and short trails, prizes for largest team, oldest male and female athletes, and surprise prizes for Challenge S.A. 2026 circuit winners.

🏅 Challenge S.A. Circuit 2026 This event is part of the Challenge S.A. Circuit 2026, consisting of three races (Spring, Summer, Winter), offering progressive discounts for multiple registrations and final awards for top scorers.

🌿 Join us for an unforgettable day of sport, nature, and friendship at Praia Foz do Lizandro! 🏃‍♂️🌊