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The Cabo Verde Treg
Mindelo, Cape Verde
April 29, 2027 to May 10, 2027Date confirmed
130 km
ForestIsland+5
CVCountry Running Calendar
Running Calendar Cape Verde: Marathons, Trails & Endurance Events
12 verified events (9 confirmed dates) and 48 races in Cape Verde with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events129 confirmed dates
Competitions48Races & courses
Distances0.9 - 130 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+9,500 m D+Course elevation profile
Regions, Cities & Sub-Destinations
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Cape Verde Trail Challenge
São Vicente, Cape Verde
May 1, 2027 to May 8, 2027Date confirmed
116 km88 km
IslandMountain+3
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Santiago Ultra Trail
Praia, Cape Verde
Date to be announcedDate TBA
26 km17 km7 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+3
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Cabo Verde Ribeira Trail
Mindelo, Cape Verde
Date to be announcedDate TBA
95 km53 km
Culture & HistoryIsland+4
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Maio Ocean Trail
Vila do Maio, Cape Verde
Date to be announcedDate TBA
37 km20 km
ForestIsland+2
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Cross du Courrier de l'Ouest et de la ville d'Angers
Angers, France
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
10.52 km8.58 km6.88 km4.3 km+6
Nature & Off-RoadPublic Park+4
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Trail de Plaintel
Plaintel, France
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
42 km25 km12 km6.5 km
Nature & Off-RoadCharity Run
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Les Boucles Saint-Quentinoise
Saint-Quentin, France
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
10 km5 km2 km950 m
City RunKids & Youth Races+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 29, 2027 - May 10, 2027 | The Cabo Verde Treg | Mindelo, São Vicente, CV | Trail Running | 130 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 1, 2027 - May 8, 2027 | Cape Verde Trail Challenge | São Vicente, São Vicente, CV | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 116 km88 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Santiago Ultra Trail | Praia, Praia, CV | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 26 km17 km7 km |
| Date to be announced | Cabo Verde Ribeira Trail | Mindelo, São Vicente, CV | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 95 km53 km |
| Date to be announced | Maio Ocean Trail | Vila do Maio, Maio, CV | Trail Running | 37 km20 km |
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 11, 2026 | Cross du Courrier de l'Ouest et de la ville d'Angers | Angers, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road RunningTrail Running | 10.52 km8.58 km6.88 km4.3 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Trail de Plaintel | Plaintel, Brittany, FR | Trail Running | 42 km25 km12 km6.5 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Les Boucles Saint-Quentinoise | Saint-Quentin, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road Running | 10 km5 km2 km950 m |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Olsztyn Independence Run |  Olsztyn, Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship, PL | Road RunningNordic Walking | 10 km5 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Gdynia Independence Run | Gdynia, Pomerania Voivodeship, PL | Road RunningNordic Walking | 10 km1.92 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Le Trail de la Saint Martin | Saint-Martin-de-Londres, Occitanie, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 18 km10 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Independence Run in Police | Police, West Pomerania Voivodeship, PL | Trail RunningNordic Walking | 10 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running destination of Cape Verde in africa is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 48 individual races, including 9 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, and Road Running. Key host locations include Mindelo, São Vicente, Praia, and Vila do Maio. Notable events in the selection include The Cabo Verde Treg, Cape Verde Trail Challenge, and Santiago Ultra Trail.
Race distances span from 0.9 km to 130 km, reaching up to +9,500 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Cape Verde includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Cape Verde?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 48 individual races in Cape Verde. A total of 9 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include The Cabo Verde Treg, Cape Verde Trail Challenge, and Santiago Ultra Trail.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Cape Verde?
Events in Cape Verde focus on Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, and Road Running. Course distances range from 0.9 km entry-level races up to 130 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Mindelo, São Vicente, Praia, and Vila do Maio.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Cape Verde?
The most selective courses in Cape Verde climb up to +9,500 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Cape Verde?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.
