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Estrela Grande Trail
Manteigas, Portugal
Date to be announcedDate TBA
105 km50 km33 km15 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadForest+4
PTCity Runs & Local Calendar
Running Calendar Races in Manteigas: City Runs, Half Marathons & Trails
12 verified events (8 confirmed dates) and 36 races in Races in Manteigas with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events128 confirmed dates
Competitions36Races & courses
Distances1 - 174 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+7,200 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Estrela Road Challenge
Manteigas, Portugal
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km
MountainNature & Off-Road+2
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12 Kms Manteigas - Penhas Douradas
Manteigas, Portugal
Date to be announcedDate TBA
12 km7 km
City RunPublic Park
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Granfondo Serra da Estrela
Manteigas, Portugal
Date to be announcedDate TBA
174 km97 km
Nature & Off-RoadCulture & History+3
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Corrida Sporting
Lisbon, Portugal
November 14, 2026 to November 15, 2026Date confirmed
10 km4 km1 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+3
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Saint Sylvester of Porto
Porto, Portugal
December 20, 2026Date confirmed
10 km5 km
FestiveCity Run+1
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Saint Sylvester of Braga
Braga, Portugal
December 27, 2026Date confirmed
10 km5.7 km
FestiveCity Run+2
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Santa Maria Trail
Vila do Porto, Portugal
January 31, 2027Date confirmed
43 km22 km12 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+2
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Estrela Grande Trail | Manteigas, Guarda District, PT | Trail Running | 105 km50 km33 km15 km |
| Date to be announced | Estrela Road Challenge | Manteigas, Guarda District, PT | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
| Date to be announced | 12 Kms Manteigas - Penhas Douradas | Manteigas, Guarda District, PT | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 12 km7 km |
| Date to be announced | Granfondo Serra da Estrela | Manteigas, Guarda District, PT | Road Cycling | 174 km97 km |
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2026 - Nov 15, 2026 | Corrida Sporting | Lisbon, Lisbon District, PT | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km4 km1 km |
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 20, 2026 | Saint Sylvester of Porto | Porto, Porto District, PT | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5 km |
| Dec 27, 2026 | Saint Sylvester of Braga | Braga, Braga District, PT | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5.7 km |
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 31, 2027 | Santa Maria Trail | Vila do Porto, Azores, PT | Trail Running | 43 km22 km12 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 6, 2027 - Mar 7, 2027 | Lisbon Half Marathon | Lisbon, Lisbon District, PT | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km7 km |
| Mar 21, 2027 | Douro Verde Half Marathon | Baião, Porto District, PT | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 21.1 km10 km |
| Mar 28, 2027 | Braga Half Marathon | Braga, Braga District, PT | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 21.1 km6 km5 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 24, 2027 - Apr 25, 2027 | MIUT - Madeira Island Ultra-Trail | Porto Moniz, Madeira, PT | Trail Running | 110 km80 km56 km40 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The host city of Races in Manteigas (Manteigas Municipality, Manteigas, Portugal) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 36 individual races, including 8 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Walking & Hiking, and Trail Running. Key host locations include Manteigas, Lisbon, Porto, and Braga. Notable events in the selection include Estrela Grande Trail, Estrela Road Challenge, and 12 Kms Manteigas - Penhas Douradas.
Race distances span from 1 km to 174 km, reaching up to +7,200 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Manteigas 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 Races in Manteigas?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 36 individual races in Races in Manteigas. A total of 8 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Estrela Grande Trail, Estrela Road Challenge, and 12 Kms Manteigas - Penhas Douradas.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Manteigas?
Events in Races in Manteigas focus on Road Running, Walking & Hiking, and Trail Running. Course distances range from 1 km entry-level races up to 174 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Manteigas, Lisbon, Porto, and Braga.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Manteigas?
The most selective courses in Races in Manteigas climb up to +7,200 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 Races in Manteigas?
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.