Messenger4th THERMAL TRAIL
Event summary
The 4º Trilho Termal is a trail running event taking place on September 28, 2025, in Termas do Carvalhal, Castro Daire, Portugal. The event offers an 11.4 km competitive trail run, a 9 km walk, and youth races with distances ranging from 1.15 km to 3.45 km, open to athletes and walkers of all ages and levels, including federated and non-federated participants.
This race is part of the “(PER) CORRER CASTRO DAIRE” 2025 series, attracting a diverse group of runners and walkers. The trail features natural terrain with a total elevation gain of 460 meters for the main race, providing a challenging and scenic course through the local landscape.
The atmosphere is inclusive and family-friendly, with events for young runners and walkers. The competition fosters a community spirit and includes individual and team classifications with awards for top finishers and teams, making it a festive event for both competitive athletes and casual participants.
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Start times per category/distance:
• Walk: 09:15
• Youth races: 09:20 (Benjamins and Infantis), 09:30 (Iniciados and Juvenis)
• Main Trail Race (Juniors, Seniors, Veterans): 10:00
Bib pick-up time and location:
• From 09:00 on race day at the secretariat near the start line at ACRS Termas do Carvalhal
Start/finish locations: Starting and finishing at the inflatable arch of the Municipality of Castro Daire, ACRS Termas do Carvalhal
Age categories/divisions:
• Benjamins A (born 2016 and after)
• Benjamins B (2014 – 2015)
• Infantis (2012 – 2013)
• Iniciados (2010 – 2011)
• Juvenis (2008 – 2009)
• Juniores (2006 – 2007)
• Seniores (1991 – 2005)
• F35 / M35 (1986 – 1990)
• F40 / M40 (1981 – 1985)
• F45 / M45 (1976 – 1980)
• F50 / M50 (1971 – 1975)
• F55 / M55 (1966 – 1970)
• F60 / M60 (1961 – 1965)
• F65 / M65 (1960 and before)
Cut-off times: 2 hours for the 11.4 km race and for the 9 km walk
Registration deadline: September 23, 2025, at 23:59
Surface types: Natural trail terrain with elevation gain (460 m for main race)
Toilets and aid station placement: Two liquid aid stations at 5 km and 8 km for main race participants; water available at finish; toilets available at start/finish area and transitions
Location
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Trail Run
Trail Run 11,4 km
Kids Race
Road Running
Optional Extras
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib number and participant kit delivered at secretariat on race day
🏅 Finisher prize: medals for top 3 overall and age category winners, trophies for top teams, monetary prizes for top 5 overall
⏱️ Timing + live results by category
🛟 Safety support: paramedic assistance on-site with hospital transport if needed
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included for non-federated participants
🥤 Aid stations: two liquid stations along the course plus water at finish
🚿 Showers and changing rooms available at nearby football field facilities (700m from finish)
📸 Photography coverage with event highlights
🏆 Trophies and monetary awards for individual and team classifications
