Name: Grande Trail Serra d'Arga
Start: 2026-10-02
End: 2026-10-04
Location: Caminha, Viana do Castelo

About the Event

Answer the wild call of Northern Portugal’s most iconic mountain range at the Grande Trail Serra d'Arga (GTSA). This premier trail running festival, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Serra d'Arga from 2nd to 4th October 2026, offers a transformative distance for every ambition. Conquer the legendary GTSA 100KM under a cloak of stars starting in Caminha on October 2nd, or embrace the epic GTSA 50KM journey from Dem at dawn on October 3rd. For those seeking a powerful one-day mountain test, the GTSA 31KM awaits in São Lourenço da Montaria on October 4th, while the vibrant GTSA 17KM provides a stunning gateway to the trails on the same morning. Beyond the runs, immerse yourself in authentic local culture, from folk music to ancient villages, across a meticulously organized weekend that connects runners directly to the soul of the landscape. This is more than a series of races—it's a complete immersion into the rugged beauty, community spirit, and unforgettable challenges of Portugal's verdant north.

Races Offered

100 km

Sep 26, 2025

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Distance — 100K

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22:00

50 km

Sep 27, 2025

straighten

Distance — 50K

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08:00

17 km

Sep 27, 2025

straighten

Distance — 17K

terrain

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09:30

15 km

Sep 28, 2025

straighten

Distance — 15K

terrain

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08:00

31 km

Sep 28, 2025

straighten

Distance — 31K

terrain

Type — —

timer

09:00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Caminha.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 15.1° / 21.1°

wb_sunny 13.9° / 20.6°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 12.5 /

water_drop 85.6%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 15.1° / 21.1°

wb_sunny 13.9° / 20.6°

air 12.5 km/h

water_drop 85.6%

About Caminha

Caminha is a town facing the estuary of Minho and close to the Atlantic Ocean in Northern Portugal. The town is on the coastal section of the Portuguese Way. It is a popular place for second homes and as a summer resort.