35TH END OF EUROPE RACE
JANUARY 25, 2026
REGULATIONS
PART I
ORGANIZATION
1. Organization
The sporting event "35th End of Europe Race" (hereinafter briefly referred to as the "Race") is organized by the following entities:
Sintra Municipal Council, legal entity no. 500051062, registered at the Lisbon Commercial Registry Office, headquartered at Largo Dr. Virgílio Horta, 2714-501 Sintra.
In collaboration with the following entity:
Podium Events, legal entity no. 504197088, registered at the Lisbon Commercial Registry Office, headquartered at Av. Eng.º Duarte Pacheco nº 19 – 6º Dto, Lisbon.
The aforementioned entities (hereinafter briefly referred to as the "Organizers") organize the Race, which is exclusively and mandatorily contested by participants duly registered and accepted under the terms set forth in these Regulations.
2. Date / Time / Location
The 35th End of Europe Race will take place on January 25, 2026.
Time:
1st Start – 10:00 AM
2nd Start – 10:15 AM
Start: Sintra – Volta do Duche near Fonte Mourisca.
Finish: Cabo da Roca.
Time limit: 2h30 to complete the race distance.
The two starting waves are necessary because the first 4 kilometers of the course are uphill and cannot accommodate more than 2,000 participants in a single start without forcing the last athletes to walk.
Any athlete starting at a time different from the one assigned during registration will be disqualified.
3. Participation
3.1 Participation Requirements
Participation is open to all interested individuals who have duly registered, regardless of nationality or gender, provided they are in good health and physically fit to undertake prolonged physical exertion.
The 35th End of Europe Race is a competitive road running event.
The course, linking the town of Sintra to Cabo da Roca, traverses the entire Sintra Mountains range; participants are therefore warned that the route is winding, demanding, and technically challenging.
Given that participants have 2h30 to cover approximately 17 km, they must complete the first 5 kilometers in under 55 minutes and the first 10 kilometers in under 1h50. Any athlete exceeding these times at these checkpoints will be considered out of the race.
The Organizers' insurance coverage ends when the official timing of the event is closed (see Section "5. Insurance" of these Regulations).
Participants are not allowed to use any auxiliary mobility aids, such as bicycles, skateboards, roller skates, scooters, or wheelchairs, nor may they be accompanied by animals or baby strollers.
It is also prohibited to accompany participants along the course with any type of vehicle, motorized or otherwise.
3.2 Registration
3.2.1 Registration Types and Fees
Registration is limited to 3,000 athletes and is exclusively conducted via the website http://www.fimdaeuropa.com/ and is non-refundable.
There will be two starting waves:
- 10:00 AM
- 10:15 AM
During registration, participants must choose one of the above start times.
Start time allocation will be based on the chronological order of registration date and confirmed payment. The Organizers will announce when registration for the 10:00 AM wave is no longer available.
ATTENTION:
- Changes to registration details are only permitted until Friday, January 9; after this date, no modifications will be allowed.
- Changing your assigned start time is not permitted.
- An additional fee of €5 applies for upgrading to the "registration with transport" option. This upgrade is only available until Monday, January 19, 2026, and subject to availability.
Registration fees vary according to registration phase and chosen transport option, as detailed in the table below:
| Registrants / Phase | Without Transport | With Transport — BUS 1 (Azóia — Before the race) | With Transport — BUS 2 (Cabo da Roca — After the race) |
|---|---|---|---|
| First phase (Registration opening) | €19.00 | €21.00 | €23.00 |
| Second phase (After Phase I closes) | €23.00 | €25.00 | €27.00 |
| Third phase (After Phase II closes) | €27.00 | €29.00 | €31.00 |
Transport-inclusive registrations will only be accepted until Monday, January 19, 2026 (inclusive).
Online registration closes on January 19 at 8:00 PM, unless the 3,000-participant limit is reached earlier.
Please note that running without a bib number or using someone else's bib is strictly prohibited. Anyone doing so will not be covered by insurance and will not be permitted to use the transport services or refreshment stations provided by the Organizers.
3.2.2 Athlete Transportation
BUS 1 – Between 7:00 AM and 8:30 AM, transport from Azóia to Paços do Concelho, near the CP train station. Athletes must leave their vehicles in Azóia, 2.5 km from the finish line (Cabo da Roca), before the race begins. After finishing, these athletes must walk back to their parked vehicles.
BUS 2 – Post-race transport from Cabo da Roca to the Portela de Sintra railway interchange, with no intermediate stops. This service is only available until 1:00 PM.
NOTE: Buses may only depart from Cabo da Roca toward Sintra after the official race time limit expires (2h30 after the second start) to ensure the SAFETY of all participants until the event concludes.
For any transportation provided by the Organizers, athletes must display their bib number when boarding. Due to the number of athletes requiring transport after the race, buses may need to make two trips between Cabo da Roca and Sintra, potentially causing delays for the last athletes returning.
3.2.3 Age Categories
All athletes whose age on the race day falls within the following ranges may register for the 35th End of Europe Race:
| CATEGORY | AGE |
|---|---|
| SENIORS* | 18–34 YEARS |
| M35 and F35 | 35–39 YEARS |
| M40 and F40 | 40–44 YEARS |
| M45 and F45 | 45–49 YEARS |
| M50 and F50 | 50–54 YEARS |
| M55 and F55 | 55–59 YEARS |
| M60 and F60 | 60–64 YEARS |
| M65 and F65 | 65 YEARS OR OLDER |
* - The minimum age to participate in the 35th End of Europe Race is 18 years for both genders (Juniors), who are included in the "Seniors" category.
3.2.4 Payment Methods
Available payment methods for registrants residing in Portugal are:
Payment methods have a 48-hour validity period; after this deadline, registrants must request new payment details.
Athletes residing outside Portugal may pay via PayPal or credit card.
3.2.5 Registration Closure
Registration may close earlier than the date indicated above if the participant limit specified in Section 2.2.1 of these Regulations is reached.
4. Medical Assistance
The Organizers provide medical support to all participating athletes, with emergency ambulances stationed along the course, at the start, and at the finish.
If further emergency medical care is required, it will be provided through the national health service, under its responsibility.
5. Safety
Police forces are responsible for managing, planning, controlling, and eliminating unauthorized traffic during the race, as well as ensuring overall safety.
However, neither the Organizers nor the police authorities are liable for any accidents or damages caused by participants to third parties.
6. Insurance
All registered participants, enrolled according to the procedures described in these Regulations, benefit from personal accident insurance covering incidents occurring during the event.
This insurance includes a €60 deductible, payable by the insured party.
The Organizers' insurance responsibility ends when the official event timing is closed.
| Coverage Provided | Amount |
|---|---|
| Death or Permanent Disability | €28,046.00 |
| Funeral Expenses | €2,244.00 |
| Medical Treatment and Repatriation Expenses | €4,487.00 |
| Deductible | €60.00 |
7. Image Rights
By registering for the race and accepting these Regulations, participants automatically authorize the Organizers to record their participation in whole or in part and to freely use these images for promoting and publicizing the race across all media (television, radio, press, internet, posters, cards, flyers, photos, and videos). Participants thus waive all commercial and advertising rights to these recordings and acknowledge they are not entitled to any financial compensation from the Organizers.
8. Commercial and Advertising Rights
The Organizers hold exclusive commercial and advertising rights for the Race and are responsible for negotiating and managing these rights on behalf of all participants, sponsors, partners, and other involved entities.
The Organizers exclusively retain the right to receive, hold, and distribute all revenues derived from the exploitation of commercial and advertising rights.
All commercial contracts or agreements related to the Race's commercial exploitation must be strictly respected by participants.
Participants must make every effort to ensure compliance with the obligations assumed by the Organizers in this regard.
Except with the Organizers' express written authorization, participants are expressly prohibited from displaying any advertising or promoting companies, products, goods, equipment, or services in any form during the Race period.
Participants are solely responsible for any costs arising from the use of registered trademarks, patents, or intellectual property licenses during or after the Race.
If the Organizers are sued for infringing any of the rights mentioned above, the participant agrees to indemnify the Organizers for all resulting expenses and payments, regardless of the basis for such claims.
9. Environmental Responsibility
Participants are required to act responsibly regarding cleanliness and environmental preservation in all areas used by the Race, including the course, start, and finish zones.
Discarding waste on the ground is strictly prohibited before, during, and after the Race.
Where applicable, participants must carry their food and beverage packaging waste with them during the Race.
At the finish line and along the course at refreshment stations, the Organizers will provide waste bins for athletes to dispose of their collected litter.
10. Race Cancellation or Postponement
Various circumstances may compel the Organizers to suspend, postpone, or cancel the Race, or to modify locations, times, or the course. In any such scenario, this will not constitute a breach of contract, and the Organizers cannot be held liable nor obligated to provide financial or other compensation to any athlete, individual, or entity.
11. Acceptance of Liability Waiver
By registering, all participants accept these Regulations. In case of doubt or unforeseen circumstances not covered herein, participants must immediately inform the Organizers and submit their questions in writing.
By ticking the checkbox, you confirm your agreement with the registration and participation terms and all conditions stipulated in these Regulations, thereby declaring the following:
- I have read and agree to the OFFICIAL REGULATIONS of the END OF EUROPE RACE, available at www.fimdaeuropa.com;
- I am fully aware of my health status and confirm I possess all necessary physical and psychological conditions to participate in the Race;
- I understand that I will not participate in the Race if my health condition changes after registration;
- I am aware of the terms of the active insurance policy;
- By participating in the Race, I grant the Organizers and race partners free and unconditional permission to use my image. Therefore, I waive all rights to my image, particularly as captured in photographs and videos taken during the Race, and renounce any claim to compensation for its use in promotional materials;
- I participate in the Race voluntarily and expressly release the Organizers, partners, directors, staff, and other associated companies from any liability arising from my participation before, during, or after the Race (e.g., loss of personal belongings due to theft, damage, or other circumstances);
- I understand and fully accept the Race cancellation conditions.
12. Complaints
All complaints must be submitted in writing to the Organizers either at the event venue or after the Race, no later than 24:00 on the day of the event, via email to: desp@cm-sintra.pt.
13. Liability
The Organizers assume no liability for damages to participants' persons or property caused by third parties, nor for unlawful acts beyond their control.
Compensation for damages to a participant's person or property will only be provided if directly caused by the Organizers. In any case, the Organizers' maximum liability is limited to twice the registration fee.
The Organizers are not responsible for any lack of response or delays by medical services, INEM, and/or ambulances.
14. Data Protection
The Organizers of the 35th End of Europe Race fully comply with current data protection laws. Athletes acknowledge and authorize the collection and processing of their personal data in the Organizers' files for administrative, commercial, and other related purposes. Athletes must specify the name they wish to appear on their bib, registration lists, and final results published on the event website. However, under the privacy policy, any athlete may request modification or deletion of their data by emailing: fimdaeuropa@clubechronos.com.
By confirming your registration, you authorize Podium to contact you via phone, SMS, and email for the following purposes:
- Payment information
- Participant details
- Results information
- Race information
Additionally, if you provide explicit consent during registration, you authorize the Organizers to process personal data received or generated through your registration for general or personalized commercial communications via any means (postal mail, phone, email, SMS, MMS, instant messaging apps, etc.) regarding products or services from the Organizers, Podium Events, S.A. group companies, or related to organizing and managing sporting events, competitions, merchandise, or similar activities, for the duration specified in the Organizers' internal data retention policies. You may revoke this authorization at any time.
Participants may exercise their rights of access, rectification, erasure/deletion, objection, restriction, and data portability, as recognized under applicable data protection regulations, by sending a registered letter with acknowledgment of receipt to Podium Events, S.A., Avenida Engenheiro Duarte Pacheco, nº 19, 6º Dto, 1070-100 Lisbon, or via email to fimdaeuropa@clubechronos.com.
Notwithstanding the participant's right to exercise the aforementioned rights, the Organizers will retain the personal data provided and generated through registration and/or participation in the Race for the duration of the event and throughout the statutory limitation period for any legal claims either party may bring.
After this period, the Organizers may retain personal data to identify former participants for offering discounts and promotional campaigns for future events, as well as to provide them with the Organizers' products and services, provided they have previously given consent.
To learn more about the data protection measures implemented by the Organizers, participants should consult the Privacy Policy published on the official event website at www.fimdaeuropa.com.
15. Acceptance of Regulations
By registering and validating their entry for the 35th End of Europe Race, participants acknowledge and unreservedly accept these Regulations, waiving any legal action against the Organizers arising from their participation.
These Regulations may be amended. Any modifications, additions, or annexes will be published on the official event website and will be tacitly accepted unless participants submit written objections to the Organizers via email to fimdaeuropa@clubechronos.com within eight days of publication.
The Organizers will appoint a Race Jury composed of three members from the organizing team to decide on sanctions and address any matters related to the Race not covered by these Regulations or arising from misinterpretations thereof.
These Regulations enter into force on xx/xx/2025, superseding all previous provisions or determinations.
16. Recommended Parking Areas for Participants
16.1 Parking in Azóia
Azóia Parking: Located at the former Azóia football field.
Due to road closures between Azóia and Cabo da Roca, parking along this section of the course is prohibited.
16.2 Parking in Sintra
- Parking in front of the Portela de Sintra railway interchange, just past the Sintra Court roundabout (coming from A16).
- Parking near the Urban Planning Department building of Sintra Municipal Council at the start of Avenida Dr. Álvaro de Vasconcelos, Portela de Sintra.
In either case, athletes must walk to the start area, a distance of no more than 1,250 meters.
17. Course and Distances
The race starts near Fonte Mourisca at Volta do Duche, proceeds along Rua Visconde de Monserrate, Praça da República, Rua Gil Vicente, Rua Maria Eugénia Reis Ferreira Navarro, Estrada da Pena, turns right onto Estrada dos Capuchos until the convent intersection, turns left toward Malveira, turns right toward Peninha, crosses EN 247 onto Estrada do Cabo da Roca, passes through Azóia, and finishes near Farol da Roca, totaling 16,945 meters certified by CNEC/FPA.
18. Refreshments
The Organizers will provide water stations at 4 km and 9.6 km, as well as hot tea and solid food at the finish line. Athletes are not permitted to receive refreshments outside designated zones.
19. Participant Kit / Registration Desk
The athlete's participant kit includes a technical race T-shirt, a Tyvek bib with a non-removable chip, and a baggage check wristband.
Participant kits can only be collected on January 22, 23, and 24 between 11:00 AM and 10:00 PM at Alegro Sintra shopping center for registrants residing in municipalities adjacent to Sintra: Cascais, Oeiras, Lisbon, Amadora, Odivelas, Loures, and Mafra.
Registrants residing outside Portugal or outside the aforementioned adjacent areas may collect their kits on race day between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM at the race venue. To ensure efficient distribution, participants must email desp.actividades@cm-sintra.pt requesting race-day kit collection, specifying their bib number and full name.
Kit collection requires presenting the registration confirmation email with the assigned bib number and a valid photo ID. Third-party kit collection is permitted only with a copy of the participant's Citizen Card and the bib assignment email.
The provided bib must be worn visibly on the chest.
The chip is individually coded, personal, and non-transferable.
The Organizers are not responsible for timing failures resulting from negligent handling, improper placement, or damage to the chip.
The baggage tag must be visibly attached to the bag/backpack the participant wishes to send to the finish area.
20. Timing System
The Organizers guarantee timing for all athletes using a chip system attached to the bib.
Timing begins when each athlete crosses the start line and ends upon crossing the finish line.
Overall results, category results, gun time, and chip time will be published.
Official event timing closes 2h30 after the second start, and vehicle traffic will resume from 12:45 PM.
21. Checkpoints
Athlete checkpoints will be conducted at the 10 km mark and at the finish.
22. Baggage Check
A mobile baggage check service will transport athletes' bags to the finish area. Participants must ensure their bags are properly sealed to prevent loss of items or valuables, for which the Organizers assume no responsibility. Bags must be clearly labeled with the provided wristband and placed in the designated vans by 9:30 AM. No transport will be guaranteed after this time.
23. Results
Prize awards will be based on the order of finish for the top male and female athletes, regardless of their assigned start time.
Category results will be published within 24 hours after the race concludes. These results serve only to rank athletes within their category based on their actual time and will not be used for prize allocation.
Category rankings will be determined by chip time—the duration from crossing the start line to crossing the finish line—regardless of start wave.
24. Prizes
All finishers will receive a commemorative medal at the finish line.
Prizes will be awarded based on overall finish order—i.e., the sequence in which athletes cross the finish line—regardless of start time.
Prizes will be awarded to the top three male and female finishers in the overall standings, irrespective of age/category. No category-specific prizes will be awarded.
Prizes will only be available for collection during the official awards ceremony and cannot be claimed afterward.
25. Unforeseen Circumstances
All matters not covered in these Regulations will be resolved by a Race Jury composed of five members from the organizing team, who will determine applicable sanctions and address any issues related to the Race not addressed herein or arising from misinterpretations of these Regulations.
26. Contact Information
Official Website: www.fimdaeuropa.com
Email for registration inquiries: fimdaeuropa@clubechronos.com
Email for general inquiries: desp.actividades@cm-sintra.pt
27. Course Map and Elevation Profile
(Technical information regarding the course map and elevation profile will be attached as a technical document, if available.)