Trail Running Retreats in

Central Portugal

After moving to Central Portugal and basing my own run training in the Açor mountain range, it dawned on me that I was running in one of the most beautiful and varied landscapes on earth and I WAS ALONE. My trail running retreats are a way to share this place with the running world while helping to grow the community through shared experience

All of the proposed itinerary is flexible and can be varied to suit a wide range of runners. I want to give you the chance to explore this amazing place but still get home energised and ready to build of what is sure to be a great training experience.

Upcoming Retreats

Spring ‘25: April 29-May 3rd (Coached athletes only)

May 13-17th (See details below)

Autumn ‘25: October 14-18th (Details to be arranged)

Itinerary

Itinerary

PM: Airport collection from Porto at ~1930. 2hr drive to retreat HQ with dinner provided on arrival

13th May

AM: 40min drive to the trails around Piodao and Monte Colcurinho (20-25k) in the Serra do Acor. Run time: 4-5hr

PM: Post-run cold water dip and lunch provided on the stove. Dinner at a local restaurant to test out the local cuisine

14th May

15th May

AM: 15min drive to Benfeita to explore the trails (10k) and visit Fraga da Pena, a waterfall and amazing swim spot. Run time - 1.5-2hr with a cafe stop on the way around in Pardeiros

PM: Lunch will be from the Benfeita cafe and dinner prepared by the guests at retreat HQ.

16th May

AM: 25min drive to explore the trails (20k) around Gois and Penedos. There will be a cafe stop on the way round in Aigra Nova. Run time - 3.5-4hr

PM: Lunch from a cafe in Gois with the afternoon spent beside the river beach here. We’ll light the BBQ today for a farewell dinner.

17th May

AM: 2hr run (12k) around Serra da Lousa and Lousa castle

PM: A post-run river dip before we make our way to the city of Coimbra for a lunch stop. Then 1hr20 drive for the airport transfer (drop off at about 1700)

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What’s Included

  • Daily guided trail adventures

  • 4-nights accommodation - Mixed dormitory with separate open plan living and bathroom

  • Airport transfer from Porto airport (time of group collection will be specified)

  • Pre-stocked kitchen (for self-catering) including run nutrition

  • Transport to and from the daily trail adventures

  • Access to bikes for self-sufficient transport and exploration

  • Access to me as a coach where you can ask training questions and learn about my approach to training

Whats Not Included

  • Flights

  • Travel Insurance

  • Additional food and drink beyond that supplied in the kitchen, including any meals eaten at cafes and restaurants

  • Anything else beyond that mentioned in ‘What’s included’ section

Cost: £495/€595pp

Get in touch to register your interest

Testimonials

  • "Jamie's retreat was the perfect combination of running, adventuring, local exploring and rest-time"

    Sam (Cornwall)

  • "The first thing coming to my mind regarding the running retreat in Portugal with Jamie is that I want to do it again next year"

    Petr (London)

  • "Jamie and his family welcomed us into his house with complete open arms. The accommodation was set up perfectly. The fridge was full and lucky for me the boys did all the cooking. I would give Jamie's cooking a solid 5/5"

    Anna (Dorset)

  • "I really appreciated the educational aspect of the retreat as well. It was expertise packed"

    Petr (London)

  • "This was definitely a fully-inclusive affair, with real emphasis on the team element"

    Sam (Conrwall)

  • "Where I hadn't done as much training leading up to the retreat, Jamie was really accommodating and set my sessions to my ability"

    Anna (Dorset)