Trail Costa Vicentina takes place on Sun, Nov 8, 2026 in Santiago do Cacém, Portugal. The main route is 57 km.
- Date
- Sun, Nov 8, 2026
- Start
- Santiago do Cacém 🇵🇹
- Distance
- 57 km
- Climbing
- 2,429 m
- Level
- Open to all
Your 5-week plan to Trail Costa Vicentina
The Peak phase starts this week. Built around your fitness and adjusted every day as your form changes; attach the course and it prepares for the climbs too.
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The 10th edition of Trail Costa Vicentina takes runners along the scenic Rota Vicentina from Santiago do Cacém to Porto Covo.
What this race demands
Trail Costa Vicentina demands sustained endurance across a 57-kilometer trail run spanning from Santiago do Cacém to Porto Covo in November.
Ultra-distance endurance
Covering 57 kilometers requires robust aerobic capacity and structural resilience to sustain forward motion over many hours.
November pacing control
Racing an ultra-distance trail in late autumn necessitates disciplined energy expenditure and smart thermoregulation from start to finish.
A sustained effort of this duration requires consistent carbohydrate intake of 60 to 90 grams per hour to maintain glycogen stores and performance.
Your road to race day
Race day at Trail Costa Vicentina is 5 weeks away. This is how a coach divides that time. The first phase starts now.
01Peak2 weeks · Oct 5, 2026 – Oct 18, 2026
The hardest weeks of the plan: race-specific intensity at nearly full training load, sharpening exactly what this race asks for.
02Taper2 weeks · Oct 19, 2026 – Nov 1, 2026
Volume drops while intensity stays: short, sharp efforts keep the legs awake as fatigue drains away.
03Race week1 week · Nov 2, 2026 – Nov 8, 2026
Openers, rest and logistics. The work is done; the job now is arriving fresh.
Frequently asked questions
When is Trail Costa Vicentina?
Trail Costa Vicentina takes place on Sun, Nov 8, 2026 in Santiago do Cacém, Portugal.
How long is Trail Costa Vicentina?
The main route is 57 km.
What does Trail Costa Vicentina demand?
Trail Costa Vicentina demands sustained endurance across a 57-kilometer trail run spanning from Santiago do Cacém to Porto Covo in November.
How much climbing does Trail Costa Vicentina have?
Trail Costa Vicentina has 2,429 m of climbing.
Who is Trail Costa Vicentina for?
Trail Costa Vicentina is open to all participants.
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