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Trail Running in Portugal

Discover the varied landscapes and spectacular scenery found all over this small Atlantic nation!

From the rolling hills of Alentejo to the rugged mountains of Peneda-Geres National Park and the towering volcanoes over Madeira, Portugal has a lot to see and trail running is a great way to get out there and explore! “Compare and book a certified guide for your Trail Running trip with Explore-Share.com: 1500+ guides, 70+ countries and more than 8000 different programs to choose from. Take a pick from our Trail Running selection. The mountains are calling!
 
 
 
 
 

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Easy trail running tours in Madeira, 12km or less (Half-day)

Easy trail running tours in Madeira, 12km or less (Half-day)

Join our certified guide on this easy half-day trail running in the beautiful island of Madeira, scuttling through lush green forests and rocky terrain overlooking the vast the Atlantic Ocean!

1 day

Beginner

Any

FromEUR 40
Trail running tours in Madeira, Short routes, 20km or less (Full day)

Trail running tours in Madeira, Short routes, 20km or less (Full day)

Join one of our certified guides on this incredible full-day short route trail running (20km or less) around the island of Madeira. Choose from a variety of available routes passing through lush forest and panoramic mountains.

1 day

Intermediate

Any

FromEUR 55
Trail running tours in Madeira, Long routes, More than 20km (Full day)

Trail running tours in Madeira, Long routes, More than 20km (Full day)

Join one of our local certified guides on this challenging full-day long route trail running (more than 20km) across the postcard-pretty island of Madeira against the ideal backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean.

1 day

Intermediate

Any

FromEUR 70
Moderate trail running tours in the Algarve, Portugal (Barrocal), 20km

Moderate trail running tours in the Algarve, Portugal (Barrocal), 20km

Go on an intermediate level trail running tour in Barrocal, for one or more days, in the Algarve region in Portugal, along an experienced guide from the OnTrail Algarve team.

1 day

Intermediate

Any

FromEUR 50
Hard trail running tours in the Algarve mountains (Serra) in Portugal, More than 20km

Hard trail running tours in the Algarve mountains (Serra) in Portugal, More than 20km

Join an experienced guide from the Ontrail Algarve team for a hard level trail running tour in the Algarve Mountains (Serra), covering betwwen 24 and 32 kilometers.

1 day

Advanced

Any

FromEUR 60
Easy trail running tours near the coast in the Algarve (Litoral) in Portugal, 12km

Easy trail running tours near the coast in the Algarve (Litoral) in Portugal, 12km

Enjoy an easy trail running tour near the beautiful Algarve coast (Litoral), in Portugal, along an experienced guide from the Ontrail Algarve team.

1 day

Beginner

Any

FromEUR 40
Ribeira Brava volcanoes 4-day trail running, Madeira

Ribeira Brava volcanoes 4-day trail running, Madeira

The island of Madeira is a unique destination for trail running. Join Thibault, mountain leader and trail running expert, and explore the volcanoes around Ribeira Brava on this 4-day trail running tour.

4 days

Intermediate

Any

FromEUR 1100
Easy half-day trail running tours in Madeira (12km or less)

Easy half-day trail running tours in Madeira (12km or less)

Your certified guide, and local expert, Luis Fernandes, will lead you on this beautiful and rewarding easy half-day of trail running in the absolutely amazing setting of Madeira, where you will run through lush green forests and rocky and mountainous terrain, all while taking in epic views over the Atlantic Ocean.

1 day

Beginner

Any

FromEUR 40
Full day trail running tours in Madeira, Short routes (20km or less)

Full day trail running tours in Madeira, Short routes (20km or less)

Luis Fernandes, a certified guide and native of Madeira, leads the way on this truly special, epic and awesome full day of short route trail running (20km or less) around the island of Madeira, with a myriad of routes to choose from providing a wide of array of gorgeous landscape, scenery and terrain to bask in.

1 day

Intermediate

Any

FromEUR 55
Full day trail running tours in Madeira, Long routes (More than 20km)

Full day trail running tours in Madeira, Long routes (More than 20km)

Your local certified guide, Luis Fernandes, will take you on this challenging, rewarding, and ultimately spectacular full day of long route trail running (more than 20km) across the island paradise of Madeira, with forests, fields, mountains and ocean providing the idyllic and epic backdrop to proceedings.

1 day

Intermediate

Any

FromEUR 70
 
 

There are many reasons for choosing Trail Running in Portugal

Regardless of where you head in Portugal, you’ll be met with fantastic views. The rolling hills or Alentejo make for a soothing sight. Coastline cliffs up the Atlantic allow for scenic breaks and keep you wanting more. The country’s rugged interior is great for more idyllic runs through mountain passes and out

 

Good to know:

Country Code:

+351

Currency:

Euro

Language:

Portuguese

Best time to visit:

September to May, although many guides offer trips year-round as well

How do I get there:

Almost any trip to Portugal usually begins with a flight into either the international airports in Lisbon (LIS) or Porto (OPO), form these points, it is pretty easy to take a connecting flight, bus or train to your final destination

What’s the weather like?

During the spring, autumn and winter temperatures are quite mild in most of Portugal, ranging from 10ºC to 23ºC. Temperatures can drop below freezing at higher elevations. Temperatures during the summer can be very hot, averaging between 25ºC and 30ºC. Portugal receives some rainfall, which is spread pretty evenly throughout the year, except in the summer

More info about Trail Running in Portugal:

Any trail running adventure to Portugal will either begin in Lisbon or Porto. While you’re in one of these two cosmopolitan hubs, be sure to check out some of the city’s architecture and cultural heritage. Heading out on a warm up run for the adventure ahead is a great way to do so. Due to its beautiful volcanoes and beaches, the island of Madeira is one of the top spots in Portugal for trail running. Make sure you have at least one week to go out and explore this lovely place. In spite of its distance from the European mainland, Madeira is pretty easily reached via flights into Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport (FNC) from most major European airports. Other parts of Portugal are just of worthy of your trail running presence, but might require a bus ride, domestic flight or train ride in order to reach. The harder it is to get to however, generally the better the trail running is

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