Atlantic Cliff Adventure

🚵‍♂️ Atlantic Cliff Adventure 2026

The Atlantic Cliff Adventure is an exciting trail running event held in Charneca, Cascais, organized by the Associação Recreativa da Charneca with support from the Cascais City Council. Part of the prestigious Merrell Trail Running Series, this race offers a unique nature running experience showcasing the beauty and environment of the Lisbon region.

Starting and finishing in Charneca, the course traverses natural trails, rural roads, and scenic areas, providing a technical and visually stunning challenge. The event features three variants: Long Trail (20 km), Short Trail (10 km), and a non-competitive Walk.

The race is semi-self-sufficient; participants must bring their own hydration containers as no cups or bottles will be provided at aid stations. Solid and liquid refreshments are available at strategic points.

🏔️ Variants

• Long Trail – 20 km · Start 09:00 · Cutoff 5h · Minimum age 18
• Short Trail – 10 km · Start 09:30 · Cutoff 5h · Minimum age 18
• Walk – variable distance · Start 09:35 · Non-competitive

⏰ Schedule

• 08:45 – Zero control Long Trail
• 09:00 – Start Long Trail
• 09:15 – Zero control Short Trail
• 09:30 – Start Short Trail
• 09:35 – Start Walk
• 10:30 – Expected arrival first Short Trail runners
• 10:45 – Expected arrival first Long Trail runners
• 12:00 – Awards ceremony

🎽 Registration includes

• Official event T-shirt
• Participation in one of the races
• Bib with chip (Long and Short Trail) or without chip (Walk)
• Sports insurance
• Logistical and technical support including first aid
• Solid and liquid refreshments
• Additional gifts as provided by the organization

🏆 Prizes

• Prize money for top 3 male and female overall in Long and Short Trail (Long Trail: €650, €250, €100; Short Trail: €400, €175, €75)
• Trophies for top 3 male and female teams in Long and Short Trail
• Age group trophies in Long and Short Trail
• Special prize for the team with the most participants across all events
• Walk is non-competitive and has no prizes

🏅 Circuit Part of the Merrell Trail Running Series

🚵‍♂️ Challenge your limits and enjoy the stunning nature of Cascais! Register now and be part of this unforgettable adventure.