Trail Running

Starbase18 B&B, located in Serra da Estrela near Guarda, offers access to numerous trail running opportunities on your own, with friends, or during organized events. Serra da Estrela’s varied terrain and natural beauty create ideal conditions for runners at all levels.

Trail Routes: You can explore local trails like the Vale de Azares loop near Guarda, a moderate running route through forest and mountain terrain that’s well suited for daily runs. The natural park’s extensive network of paths and old rural roads is easily accessible for trail running year-round, providing options from relaxed jogs to challenging ascents.

Organized Events: Several trail running events take place in the region, drawing participants from across Portugal:

Estrela Grande Trail A flagship trail running event centered in Manteigas with multiple distances through the Serra da Estrela mountain landscape, from shorter mountain runs to ultra trail formats.

Guarda Trail Running A series of trail distances around Guarda that include long, medium, and short trails along varied mountainous and forest terrain, providing options for runners of all levels.

Serenity Trail A trail run in the Folgosinho area featuring a scenic mountain course suitable for runners looking to experience the rural beauty of the region.

Chocalhos Trail A community-oriented mountain trail event near Gouveia with routes ranging from shorter to longer distances through historic paths and scenic landscapes.

These events vary in distance and terrain, offering guests a range of organized participation options without specifying exact dates in this overview. In addition to organized runs, the extensive trail network around Starbase18 supports independent running year round.