The WTR Nova Lima is scheduled for April 18 and 19, 2026, in Nova Lima, Minas Gerais, Brazil. This event marks the third edition of the World Trail Races (WTR) league in this historic mining town, returning to explore the technical trails and rugged terrain of the Jardim Canadá region. Nova Lima is one of the wealthiest municipalities in Brazil, with a high GDP per capita driven by iron ore mining and a booming technology and service sector. Situated in a transition zone between the Atlantic Forest and the Cerrado (Brazilian savanna), the city's unique geography provides an exceptional mountain environment for trail running and mountain biking.
| Category | Disciplines | Duration | Arena Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trail Run | Short, Mid, and Long | Sat & Sun | Praça Quatro Elementos |
| Mountain Bike | Light and Pro | April 18 & 19 | Jardim Canadá |
| Duathlon | Short&Pro / Mid&Light | Two-day event | WTR Arena |
| Kids Race | Youth distances | Specific Schedule | Kids Area |
The WTR Arena, located at Praça Quatro Elementos (Av. Quebec, 1450), serves as the social heart of the event. It offers a complete environment for athletes and spectators, including live music, a food park, the WTR Store, and dedicated kids' areas. For participant recovery, the arena provides free massages and cryotherapy treatments. As a WTR 7.5k step in the league, this race is critical for athletes looking to secure high-value points in the official WTR Trail Run and Mountain Bike rankings.
The Jardim Canadá district is a famous culinary and craft beer hub just outside of Belo Horizonte, making it a highly accessible and popular location for regional tourism. Athletes participating in the Long Trail or Pro MTB distances should carefully check the mandatory equipment lists in the official regulations. For inquiries regarding kit pickup or third-party collection waivers, the organization can be reached at [email protected].
Apr 18, 2026
Distance — 19K
Type — Running
08:00
$73.50
Apr 18, 2026
Distance — 19 km 27 km
Type — Running
08:30
$95.50
Apr 18, 2026
Distance — 9 km 48 km
Type — Running
08:30
$92.50
Apr 18, 2026
Distance — 28K
Type — Running
08:30
$80.00
Apr 18, 2026
Distance — 9K
Type — Running
08:30
$65.00
Apr 19, 2026
Distance — 27K
Type — Running
08:30
$46.80
Apr 19, 2026
Distance — 48K
Type — Running
08:30
$50.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for April in Nova Lima.
Learn more about the host city, Nova Lima.
Nova Lima is a municipality of about 87,000 people, whose downtown is located about 20 kilometers south of Belo Horizonte, the capital of the south-eastern Brazilian state of Minas Gerais. Mining is one of the main economical activities of the city, including the extraction of Iron Ore and Gold. The most famous mine in the city is Morro Velho, a gold mine of 2,700 metres (8,900 ft) depth.
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