Portugal's history is rich and profound. The country emerged as one of the greatest European powers in the 15th century, largely thanks to its impressive fleet of ships. Its famous explorers ⛵️ brought the nation undeniable historical prestige. <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vasco_da_Gama" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Vasco de Gama</a> was the first European to reach India by sea (1498). <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ferdinand_Magellan" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Fernand de Magellan</a> is said to have completed the first circumnavigation of the Earth (1519-1522), journeying through the south of <a href="kavval://countries/e090efb1-aa93-4b86-87ad-ab81a9e23be8" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Chile</a> and Tierra del Fuego... An undoubtedly unforgettable moment in history! As a nation facing the Atlantic 💦, Portugal revolves around its capital <a href="kavval://cities/a03cb509-ac1c-472d-8dfd-8eb27606d1cc" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Lisbon</a>, and the economic hub of Porto. The two most significant cities in the country don't just compete in football! We won't pick sides between these two <a href="kavval://tags/seaside" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">seaside</a> cities here; to each their own 😁. What's certain is that both cities possess an incredible charm 😍! Of course, we invite you to discover, always in moderation, the Porto wine, which adorns the hills along the Douro River, a river that originates in <a href="kavval://countries/1f42f9da-f693-4bc9-96de-bb6e531060a7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spain</a> and flows into the Atlantic... at Porto. The north of the country is rather mountainous, while the center and south are more suited for agriculture, with vast expanses of plateaus and plains. There are also several notable island areas, including the Azores archipelago and the island of Pico, which is home to Portugal's highest peak ⛰, Punta do Pico (2351 meters). The country has a unique way of life, and its inhabitants have a great sense of hospitality... So, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pastel_de_nata" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pastéis de nata</a> or bacalhau? 😋 You'll decide on the spot!Here you can find the entire calendar of races in Portugal. Whether it's <a href="kavval://pages/19c6236d-b5b7-431a-87ba-e50b74dcd383" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">trail running</a>, <a href="kavval://pages/5b49242e-6288-4e30-8649-74eb1ab8563f" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hiking</a>, <a href="kavval://pages/baaef010-e9a4-4bab-9564-803d2d9d4f29" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">half-marathon</a>, or <a href="kavval://pages/390ac20f-6103-4b2e-930e-b570ed852fb1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">marathon</a>, the homeland of <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XDW78exWF40" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cristiano Ronaldo</a> ⚽️ is generous, you will surely find your bliss. Road runners have already marked the <a href="kavval://events/d087ce8a-13d7-4022-b809-aeceff318e1f" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Lisbon Marathon</a> or the <a href="kavval://events/a32da8af-d38b-4523-b0a1-08307429d3a7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Lisbon Half-Marathon</a>, races that allow you to combine athletic enjoyment with culinary pleasure. The capital's bay is eternal... Still in Lisbon, but this time on the trails along the Tagus River, the <a href="kavval://events/f936e644-0e83-4229-93d8-1872327d36c1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ultra Marathon Caminhos Do Tejo</a> offers its competitors two courses, both counting for the <a href="kavval://events/6bf47aa3-2939-4186-89bf-1ade262fe679" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">UTMB</a>. Speaking of Cristiano? Fans, and there are many, can make a pilgrimage to Madeira Island, where the star grew up, and run the <a href="kavval://events/9dd82cfa-ba63-4cb7-8c0f-13d7a15c99c1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">MIUT® - Madeira Island Ultra-Trail®</a>. Expect beautiful <a href="kavval://tags/seaside" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">seaside</a> landscapes on this trail... Mountain lovers ⛰ can head inland to the <a href="kavval://places/25f2eb9c-baf3-43e2-a5ff-51007f59f40a" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Serra da Estrela massif</a>. It is in this area that the aptly named race <a href="kavval://events/a6fce62e-cfb7-4be5-b571-cea2b378790b" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Oh Meu Deus</a> (Oh My God) takes place. Will it be miraculous for you? Your result will tell us.After all, there's more to Portugal than <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/F%C3%A1tima,_Portugal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Fátima</a>...

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Open to the world and the Atlantic, Portugal is a charming country that will leave an unforgettable mark on you. From Porto to <a href="kavval://cities/a03cb509-ac1c-472d-8dfd-8eb27606d1cc" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Lisbon</a> down to Faro, the country thrives mainly along its Atlantic coast.

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Distrito de Vila Real

It is at the confluence of the Corgo and the Cabril that our journey begins in the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vila_Real_District" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">district of Vila Real</a>. Here lies, at an altitude of 400 meters, the district's capital, <a href="kavval://cities/ba4fe27d-4fa1-48a4-8ef2-f8d63878d597" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Vila Real</a> (well spotted, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sherlock_Holmes" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sherlock</a>). Here's a bit of context: it's a peaceful city in the north, not heavily industrialized, with an economy based on the trade of olive oil, wine, and charcuterie. It seems calm, maybe a little too calm. But there are students, thanks to the <a href="https://www.utad.pt/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro</a>, which attracts young people from all over the country. Now that you know a bit more about the city, you're probably wondering: is it worth a visit? If you love architecture and beautiful houses, absolutely! <a href="kavval://cities/a03cb509-ac1c-472d-8dfd-8eb27606d1cc" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Lisbon</a> has its Belém Tower, <a href="kavval://cities/d554ec9d-1fd6-4810-be3f-13aa108299a1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Paris</a> boasts the Eiffel Tower, and Vila Real has the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mateus_Palace" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mateus Palace</a>. While the comparison is flattering, trust us, it's worth the visit. The palace comprises a garden, a chapel, and a baroque house dating back to the 18th century. After the visit, be careful not to get lost in the garden's maze, or you might end up like a certain <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=Jack+Nicholson+end+shining&amp;oq=Jack+Nicholson+end+shining&amp;gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOTIKCAEQABgKGBYYHjIKCAIQABgKGBYYHjIICAMQABgWGB4yCggEEAAYgAQYogQyBwgFEAAY7wUyBwgGEAAY7wUyBwgHEAAY7wUyBwgIEAAY7wXSAQgzNjU2ajBqNKgCALACAA&amp;sourceid=chrome&amp;ie=UTF-8#vhid=XAIyMTC5a_Q0fM&amp;vssid=_tMnJZ4n_KdaokdUP-MuCwQQ_59" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Jack Nicholson</a>. Downtown also has its share of beautiful buildings. As you wander through the streets of Vila Real, you are bound to come across a square with a fountain, a church, and some lovely buildings. This is Praça Luís de Camões and its Chafariz (that famous fountain), the Vila Real Cathedral, and the Palais de Justice. Continuing your journey, you will find yourself on Avenue Carvalho Araújo and its House of the Marquis. If you buy a nice postcard, you can send it from the CTT Vila Real post office. Speaking of postcards, that's what the route of the <a href="kavval://events/a1ae2892-bb4b-4e7f-ae46-835aac11e8ef" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Vila Real half marathon</a> offers you, allowing you to exercise under the watchful eyes of locals.Once you've enjoyed the city, it's time to lace up your trail shoes and venture into nature. The great thing is, from Vila Real, the mountains are within reach! The Alvão Natural Park is just a 20-minute drive away. There, you'll encounter mid-mountain landscapes (the summit is over 1,400 meters), adorned with oak, birch, and chestnut groves. Bring your binoculars, as the park is home to many animal species, including the Iberian wolf, peregrine falcon, and golden eagle. During your stay in the park, you can admire spectacular waterfalls, such as the one at Fisgas de Ermelo.Descending from the <a href="kavval://tags/58c16ed9-f7c2-4d12-ae52-920f5f7428f3" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">mountains</a>, the landscape changes dramatically as you reach the <a href="https://porto-north-portugal.com/porto-guide/douro-valley-portugal.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Douro Valley</a>, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This region is globally renowned for its terraced vineyards that produce the famous Port wine. For centuries, winemakers have sculpted the steep hillsides, creating a unique cultural landscape where rows of vines follow the Douro River's curves. The picturesque villages of the valley, like <a href="kavval://cities/80eb82f4-7912-40e2-83eb-b29cc2d0aed0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Peso da Régua</a> and Pinhão, are the beating heart of this winemaking tradition. The Douro River, which originates in <a href="kavval://countries/1f42f9da-f693-4bc9-96de-bb6e531060a7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spain</a> before traversing Portugal, has long been the main route for transporting wine to the cellars of <a href="kavval://cities/d6a60c50-5cb4-4de9-af3f-cd904c83fcc5" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Vila Nova de Gaia</a>, near <a href="kavval://cities/8146373d-ff87-4f6b-ba86-f639d88d9946" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Porto</a>. So, if you want to run in the Douro Valley, we recommend choosing one of the two major races in Peso da Régua. The first, the <a href="kavval://events/daff2f05-ff5f-4dee-9fe1-a380a18211fe" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Douro Vinhateiro Half Marathon</a>, is a <a href="kavval://pages/30300aa8-919d-44ac-8ca6-015258ce663e" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">road race</a> that will allow you to discover the Alto Douro wine region with its vineyard slopes along the river. If 21.1 km is too much for you (understandable), there's also a 6 km you can complete by running or walking. For the second race, we recommend the <a href="kavval://events/dc3c79be-735b-4899-9689-ace85bae1790" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Douro Ultra Trail</a>. Labeled as a <a href="kavval://series/2f5d6006-95a9-4cb3-bfa5-f434bb4dd997" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">UTMB</a> event, organizers offer distances ranging from 8 km to 100 km (making the <a href="kavval://pages/8b86cbfe-127a-4034-9590-d7e3a0a5351c" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">half marathon</a> seem heavenly in comparison). After the strenuous activity, it's time for some fun at local festivals, such as the <a href="https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Romaria_da_Penha" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Romaria de Nossa Senhora da Pena</a> in Vila Real, and enjoy a delicious roast kid with some Douro wine.

Vila Real District

The district of Vila Real, located in the north of <a href="kavval://countries/8f307aa0-4353-482a-b8e6-e16cec4d92fd" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Portugal</a>, is a land of striking contrasts with its towering <a href="kavval://tags/58c16ed9-f7c2-4d12-ae52-920f5f7428f3" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">mountains</a> and terraced vineyards lining the UNESCO-listed <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Douro" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Douro River</a>. Known for its breathtaking landscapes and rich heritage, the region boasts iconic sites like the Mateus Palace and the Alvão Natural Park. Today, let's explore this stunning region and uncover the best running event tips it has to offer.

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