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Peneda-Gerês Trail Aventure®

Name: Peneda-Gerês Trail Aventure®
Start: 2026-05-01
End: 2026-05-03
Location: Gerês

Gerês, Viana do Castelo, Portugal

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About the Event

Immerse yourself in the wild, untamed beauty of Portugal's only National Park at Trilhos da Peneda-Gerês (TPG). This iconic trail running festival offers a spectrum of distances, from a challenging 115km ultra to accessible 25km and 40km routes, each meticulously crafted to showcase the region's dramatic granite landscapes, ancient forests, and traditional villages. Renowned for its technical, authentic, and breathtakingly scenic courses, TPG is a true pilgrimage for trail runners seeking a pure connection with nature. The event combines a fierce, world-class competitive spirit with a profound sense of community and deep respect for the pristine Gerês environment. Secure your place for an unforgettable adventure where every rugged climb rewards with soul-stirring views, and the spirit of the mountains becomes your running partner.

Races Offered

115 Km

May 02, 2026

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25 km

May 02, 2026

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Distance — 25K

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40 km

May 02, 2026

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Distance — 40K

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70 km

May 02, 2026

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Distance — 70K

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Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Gerês.

thermostat Temperature

10.7° / 20.3°

wb_sunny Feels like

8.9° / 18.7°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

11h 17m

water_drop Avg rainfall

5.0 mm

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air Avg wind speed

8.2 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Moderate

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

High (6.0)

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74.5%

wb_twilight Sunrise

06:12

nightlight Sunset

20:45

About Gerês

Learn more about the host city, Gerês.

Peneda-Gerês National Park, also known simply as Gerês, is a national park in Norte Region, Portugal. Created in May 1971, it is the oldest protected area and the only national park in Portugal. It covers an area of 695.9 km2 (268.7 sq mi), occupying the Districts of Viana do Castelo, Braga, and Vila Real and bordering the Spanish Baixa Limia – Serra do Xurés natural park to the north, with which forms the UNESCO biosphere reserve of Gerês-Xurés.

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