Information
Secretariat
Expo – Douro Valley Half Marathon
Junto ao Parque Multiusos – https://maps.app.goo.gl/jfnrSgoaiwR62vBt5
Volunteering
Do you want to volunteer for the Douro Valley Half Marathon 2026?
Answer the questionnaire and indicate your availability.
We count on you to make this an unforgettable event!
Closet
Location: Start/goal area (Expo)
Identification required: Participant’s bib
Liability: The organization is not responsible for valuables or fragile objects
Date & Time
Date: May 24, 2026 (Sunday)
Half Marathon and Walk start: 09h00
Time Limit
- Half Marathon: 3 hours maximum (closing at 12h00)
- Walking: No specific time limit
Traffic cuts
From 06h30 to 13h00 on the race course
Supplies
Refueling Stations (Half Marathon)
- 5 km: Water
- 7.5 Km: Water
- 10 km: Water and isotonic drink
- 12.5 Km: Water and Orange
- 15 km: Water and gel
- 18 Km: Water and Orange
- Goal: Water, isotonic drink and fruit
Refueling Stations (Walk)
- Intermediate point: Water
- Goal: Water and fruit
Showers
Peso da Régua Municipal Swimming Pools – from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/unMCPiQpzvUMEdRd6
Ratings
The official rankings will be available on the Stop and Goat: https://stopandgo.com.pt
Parking lots
Next to the Motorhome Overnight Park, Peso da Régua
https://maps.app.goo.gl/wuqW8ozQchQzbpuF6
Largo 25 de Abril
https://maps.app.goo.gl/jySy52Wp4d2NY3pd9
2026 Awards
To be determined
Transport
The organization of the Douro Valley Half Marathon will once again be pleased to offer transport between the city of Peso da Régua and the race start point (Bagaúste Dam), in a convenient way for all participants in the event.
Important information
Embarkation and disembarkation:
– Boarding point: Peso da Régua CP station.
– Disembarkation for the races: the buses stop around 500 meters from the starting point, while the train has a disembarkation point around 400 meters away.
Transportation by train and bus:
– Train: Exclusive for the timed race (21 km):
1st Train – Régua 7h00 – 7h05 Bagaúste
2nd Train – Régua 7h30 – 7h35 Bagaúste
3rd Train – Régua 8h00 – 8h05 Bagaúste
4th Train – Régua 8h36 – 8h41 Bagaúste
Note:
Access to each of the trains is via a bib (all bibs will have the respective timetable selected duly printed).
– Buses: Available for all participants (21km and Walk):
1st Bus – 6h30
Last bus – 8h00
– The transport times will be clearly indicated at the time of registration and must be selected before finalizing registration.
Walk to the starting point:
– For those who prefer an active warm-up, there is the option of walking to the starting point (about 4.5km).
– National Road 222 will be closed to traffic from 6.30am, providing a safe and peaceful route for the runners.
Get ready for an incredible experience THE BEAUTIFULEST RACE IN THE WORLD.
We look forward to seeing you at the starting line!
Do you want to volunteer for the Douro Valley Half Marathon?
Answer this questionnaire and you will be contacted by the organization.
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