The essentials at a glance
| Marker | 2026 edition |
|---|---|
| Date | Sunday 8 November 2026 |
| Races | marathon, 10K, 6K (run or walk) |
| Start and finish | start at Sea Life, finish near the Parque da Cidade |
| Bib pick-up | 6 and 7 November, 10:00-19:00, Centro de Congressos da Alfândega (Porto) |
| Marathon time limit | 6 h to be included in the official results |
| Marathon entry | 65 € until 31 March, 70 € until 31 August, 80 € until 31 October (close) |
This information comes from race listings (October 2026): confirm it on the official site before booking.
Where to stay for a marathon
Stay near the bib pick-up (the Ribeira and the Baixa, see where to stay in Porto) if you will travel early by metro, or near the west coast (Foz, Matosinhos) if you want to be close to the start. On race weekends hotels fill up: book at least a few weeks ahead. For more ideas, see our hotels with a Douro view.
Before the race
- Weather: in November, roughly 9 to 15 °C, rain possible: see Porto in November.
- Arriving in Porto: the metro links the airport to the centre, see Porto airport.
- After the race: the six bridges cruise is a calm way to recover.
