VB TRAIL RUN 2026

The VB Trail Run begins and ends at Jardim da Baleia in Lajes do Pico, located on Pico Island in the Azores. This trail running event is organized by the Sports Office of the Lajes do Pico Municipal Chamber. Participants can choose from four distances: a 30 km Trail, an 18 km Trail Sprint, a 10 km Trail Curto, and an 8 km non-competitive Caminhada walk. The courses follow natural trails, rural paths, and water lines within the municipality, with varying difficulty levels corresponding to the distances. The 30 km race involves approximately 2,500 m of elevation gain and is a stage in the Portugal Trail Cup final. The 18 km race features around 1,100 m of gain and includes prize money for the top three male and female finishers: €300 for first place, €150 for second, and €100 for third. The 10 km race has about 400 m of climbing, providing a shorter option for less experienced trail runners, while the longer races cater to athletes seeking a more demanding challenge on Pico’s landscape.