Trail da Raia

🏔️ Trail da Raia 2026

Trail da Raia is an international trail running event crossing the natural and cultural landscapes of the Iberian border between Portugal and Spain. Organized by Raiar - Associação de Aldeia do Bispo and local partners, this eco-friendly race honors the historic smuggler trails while promoting nature connection and mountain sports.

The routes run through rural paths and rugged trails in the Gata, Malvana, and Mesas mountains, averaging 1000 meters altitude with significant elevation changes. The race is semi-self-supported, with solid and liquid aid stations and mandatory use of personal liquid containers.

🏔️ Races

• Ultra Trail – 46 km · +1370 m elevation · Start 08:00 · Cutoff 7h30 · Min age 20
• Long Trail – 30 km · +750 m elevation · Start 08:00 · Cutoff 7h30 · Min age 18
• Short Trail – 18 km · +450 m elevation · Start 08:15 · Cutoff 5h · Min age 16
• Mini Trail – 12 km · +220 m elevation · Start 08:15 · Cutoff 5h · Min age 12
• Walking – 12 km · Start 08:15 · Recreational · Min age 10
• Trail Kids – variable distance · Start 10:30 · Open to all with bib

⏰ Schedule Friday, August 7:

• 17:00–20:00 – Bib pickup at multi-use pavilion (near pools) Saturday, August 8:
• 06:45 – Secretariat opens at finish area near main church
• 07:30 – Mandatory gear check and briefing for Ultra and Long Trail
• 08:00 – Start Ultra and Long Trail
• 08:05 – Gear check and briefing for Short Trail, Mini Trail, and Walking
• 08:15 – Start Short Trail, Mini Trail, and Walking
• 10:30 – Start Trail Kids
• 13:00 – Lunch at multi-use pavilion
• 14:30 – Awards ceremony

🎽 Registration includes

• Technical t-shirt (Short Trail, Mini Trail, Walking registrations until 07/20)
• Solid and liquid aid stations
• Lunch
• Finisher medal
• Recovery massage
• Access to cold baths
• Free pool entry
• Insurance

🏆 Prizes Trophies for top 3 overall and age/sex categories individually, plus team awards.

🏅 Circuit An eco-responsible event promoting sustainability and environmental preservation with waste reduction and ecosystem awareness.

🚀 Challenge the historic Raia trails and feel nature in every step! 🏃‍♂️🌲