Photo: Jonathan Beech · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningNordic Walking
Taut - Terras Do Ancião Ultra Trail
Ansião, Portugal
Date to be announcedDate TBA
240 km160 km100 km62 km+3
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+3
PTRegional Running Calendar
Running Events in the Leiria District
8 verified events (0 confirmed dates) and 24 races in Leiria District with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events80 confirmed dates
Competitions24Races & courses
Distances5 - 240 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+9,639 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Jonathan Beech · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Asurnipal · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Assiste a Mexer
Leiria, Portugal
Date to be announcedDate TBA
15 km9 km6 km
Nature & Off-RoadKids & Youth Races
Photo: Asurnipal · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Semi-Marathon Queen Dona Leonor
Caldas da Rainha, Portugal
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunCulture & History+1
Photo: Asurnipal · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Leiria Half Marathon
Leiria, Portugal
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunFestive
Photo: Asurnipal · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Nazaré International Half Marathon
Nazaré, Portugal
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km
Seaside & CoastCity Run
Photo: Jonathan Beech · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Corrida Das Fogueiras
Peniche, Portugal
Date to be announcedDate TBA
15 km5 km
Night RunCity Run+1
Photo: Matti Blume · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsGravel Biking
Ansião Gravel Race Challenge
Ansião, Portugal
Date to be announcedDate TBA
120 km80 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+2
Photo: Asurnipal · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
17 kms Porto de Mós
Marrazes, Portugal
Date to be announcedDate TBA
17 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Taut - Terras Do Ancião Ultra Trail | Ansião, Leiria District, PT | Trail RunningNordic Walking | 240 km160 km100 km62 km |
| Date to be announced | Assiste a Mexer | Leiria, Leiria District, PT | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 15 km9 km6 km |
| Date to be announced | Semi-Marathon Queen Dona Leonor | Caldas da Rainha, Leiria District, PT | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Leiria Half Marathon | Leiria, Leiria District, PT | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Nazaré International Half Marathon | Nazaré, Leiria District, PT | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Corrida Das Fogueiras | Peniche, Leiria District, PT | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 15 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Ansião Gravel Race Challenge | Ansião, Leiria District, PT | Gravel Biking | 120 km80 km |
| Date to be announced | 17 kms Porto de Mós | Marrazes, Leiria District, PT | Road Running | 17 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Leiria District (Europe, Portugal) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 8 public events and 24 individual races, including 0 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Walking & Hiking, and Trail Running. Key host locations include Ansião, Leiria, Caldas da Rainha, and Nazaré. Notable events in the selection include Taut - Terras Do Ancião Ultra Trail, Assiste a Mexer, and Semi-Marathon Queen Dona Leonor.
Race distances span from 5 km to 240 km, reaching up to +9,639 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Leiria District 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 Leiria District?
RunningCompass currently lists 8 verified events with 24 individual races in Leiria District. A total of 0 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Taut - Terras Do Ancião Ultra Trail, Assiste a Mexer, and Semi-Marathon Queen Dona Leonor.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Leiria District?
Events in Leiria District focus on Road Running, Walking & Hiking, and Trail Running. Course distances range from 5 km entry-level races up to 240 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Ansião, Leiria, Caldas da Rainha, and Nazaré.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Leiria District?
The most selective courses in Leiria District climb up to +9,639 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 Leiria District?
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.