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THE MOST BEAUTIFUL RACE IN THE WORLD
DOURO VALLEY HALF MARATHON
18ª EDITION _ 25 MAY 2025
WELCOME
Welcome to the eighth edition of the Douro Vinhateiro Half Marathon - The Most Beautiful Race in the World!
It is with great enthusiasm and joy that we greet all participants, athletes, sports enthusiasts, and lovers of the unique beauty of the Alto Douro Vinhateiro, a UNESCO World Heritage site. On May 25, 2025, the banks of the majestic Douro River will once again be the stage for another edition of an event that combines a passion for athletics with the exuberance of the vineyard landscape.
On this journey, we invite you to celebrate this story of success because over seventeen years, the Douro Vinhateiro Half Marathon has secured a special place in the hearts of athletes from all over the world, a testament to our commitment to excellence, health, and the beauty of the Douro region.
We are dedicated to preparing an unforgettable experience, set against a breathtaking backdrop of towering vineyards and steep slopes that make this region unique in the world. This wonderful race goes beyond a sporting challenge, signifying a moment of celebration of culture, friendship, and the spirit of community that unites the Douro and the world.
As we chart the course for this seventeenth edition, we renew our commitment to creating an experience that will be etched in the memories of all participants. Whether you are an athlete seeking a new personal record, a walker looking to explore the beauty of the region, or a spectator wanting to be part of this inspiring event, we look forward to welcoming each one of you.
Thank you for joining us on this exciting journey. The Douro Vinhateiro Half Marathon - The Most Beautiful Race in the World would not be the same without your presence and passion. We wish everyone an incredible experience filled with challenges, achievements, and memorable moments.
Welcome to the Douro Vinhateiro. Welcome to the most beautiful race in the world!
With gratitude and enthusiasm,
Paulo Costa
Executive Director
Unesco World Heritage
AN UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE
21K
A route always along the banks of the Douro River, allowing you to enjoy a unique landscape and feel the power of the perfect symbiosis between thousands of athletes and Mother Nature.
6K Crono
A race for beginners, short and fast, timed and with an absolutely fascinating route, from the Bagaúste Dam to the city of Peso da Régua.
Charity Walk
A Charity Walk, with over twelve thousand participants, that has become as legendary as the half marathon, in a unique celebration of the people of the Douro.
Wheelchair Participants
One of the most emblematic events of all editions, the Wheelchair Half Marathon, featuring the best national athletes, who provide us with a race full of energy and a spirit of determination.
The Douro region is committed to inclusivity and equality for all, which greatly honors and fills both the region and the organization with pride.
In 2025, we will once again have these incredible athletes, and we will do everything in our power to make this one of the best wheelchair half marathons in the country.
Official Film 2024
MORE THAN JUST A RACE
Museums to visit, Vinhateira Estates to enjoy, indescribable viewpoints to dream about, authentic gastronomy to savor, and so much more to discover. Let yourself be enchanted by the magic of the Oldest Demarcated Region in the World, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the European City of Wine 2023.
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ATHLETE´S KIT
In 2023, this was the fantastic kit that all registered participants in the 21km received.
In 2025, it will be even better...!
Current Prices
HOTELS, FLIGHTS, TRANSFERS, AND TOURS?
Optviagens, the Official Travel Agency of the Douro Vinhateiro Half Marathon, has the best offer for you.
NEWS
Date announced and thousands of registrations in the first months of open registration.
Ler mais...
The official jacket of the Douro Vinhateiro Half Marathon 2023 continues to be in high demand. You can still get yours.
Aqui...
In 2024, the Douro region will once again welcome the best wheelchair athletes.
MAIN PARTNERS
HAPPY MEMORIES
KEY FACES OF THE ORGANIZATION
Paulo Costa
CEO
Paulo Eusébio
Production Director
Edgar Silvano
Sports Director
Testimonials
"Participating in the Douro Vinhateiro Half Marathon was a unique and unforgettable experience. Running amidst the vineyards and alongside the Douro River, with the breathtaking landscape as a backdrop, was simply magical. I can't wait to come back next year!"
Sofia Pereira
Lisbon - Portugal
"I am an experienced runner and have participated in several half marathons, but the Douro Vinhateiro Half Marathon exceeded all my expectations. The organization was impeccable, the course was challenging, and the beauty of the region is beyond description. I recommend it to all running enthusiasts!"
Philipe Osmar
São Paulo - Brazil
"One of the biggest surprises of my life. We traveled from Seville to the Douro, a region I had hardly heard of, and it fascinated me! The region is incredible, and it was an unforgettable weekend. And the race! It truly is the most beautiful in the world!!! We will be back in 2024."
Aleska Sanches
Sevilha - Spain
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