Entre Pontes trail in Cerdedo-Cotobade: schedule and course

Plan your race pace

On Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026, Cerdedo-Cotobade will host the fourth round of the Entre Pontes Trail & Running circuit. The programme brings together a competitive 14-kilometre trail race, a popular walk of just over seven kilometres and children’s races. Participation is free in all three formats, and Cerdedo’s riverside beach will serve as both start and finish, as well as the hub for accompanying activities.

The main event covers 445 metres of positive elevation gain and, according to the available information, runs for 90% of its route on forest tracks and trails, with the remaining 10% on urban connector sections. The day begins at 8:30 a.m. with bib collection; the trail starts at 10 a.m. and the walk at 11 a.m. Music, a gathering area and food trucks complete an event designed to combine physical activity with a family atmosphere.

A mountain event with several ways to take part

The event is part of a provincial circuit that alternates road races and trail events across different municipalities in Pontevedra. The Cerdedo-Cotobade round is the fourth stop and focuses on natural terrain: the competitive distance is 14 kilometres and is designed as a mountain race, not an urban event with a few green stretches. The course combines tracks and trails, although the available details do not provide a turn-by-turn route or identify each climb.

The 445 metres of positive elevation gain help explain the character of the event. It is not an ultra-distance race, but climbing over 14 kilometres can demand changes of pace, careful footing and measured effort. The high proportion of forest paths also means that the ground underfoot may vary; the exact surface will depend on each section and the weather conditions on the day.

The programme also includes a noncompetitive walk of around seven kilometres for those who would rather enjoy the surroundings on foot without chasing a time. The walk has about 130 metres of positive elevation gain, a more moderate load than the trail, although it remains an outdoor activity on paths. The two distances suit different paces and aims, but share the same event infrastructure and atmosphere.

Promotional races are also planned for participants aged 3 to 15. The children’s format broadens the event’s reach and means the morning is not reserved solely for those taking on the main course. Distances for each children’s category have not been provided, so it is not possible to specify how far each group will run; the available information does say that starts will be organised by age group.

Schedule and activities on Sunday, Nov. 1

The programme places the first activity at Cerdedo’s riverside beach at 8:30 a.m., when bib collection begins. That administrative step should be distinguished from the race starts: the trail begins at 10 a.m. and the walk an hour later. The riverside site is the shared reference point for participants and spectators and, according to the published details, serves as both start and finish.

At 11:30 a.m., the gathering area will open, with free food trucks and a DJ. This social programme overlaps with the events, allowing family and spectators to remain nearby while participants are out on the course. The food service is advertised as free, but the available information does not specify the menu, quantities or whether any accreditation is needed to access it.

The trail finish is scheduled to close at 12:45 p.m. At 1 p.m., trophies will be awarded to the top three men and women in the 14-kilometre absolute category. The programme therefore distinguishes the main competition from the walk, which is presented as a popular, noncompetitive activity and has no sporting classification in the information provided.

Children’s races begin at 1:15 p.m., organised by age group, and the food service ends at 2:30 p.m. It is a compact, one-morning schedule, although the times may be particularly important for people attending with children or supporting runners. The reference information gives no time limit for completing the walk or details about possible schedule changes, so any amendments should be checked in the organisers’ official updates.

Course, elevation and expected terrain

The trail description gives a 14-kilometre course, 90% of which is on forest tracks and trails. The remaining share consists of urban connectors, a combination that can link paths with the event centre without turning the route into an asphalt race. Still, no detailed map or kilometre-by-kilometre breakdown is provided here, so it would be unwise to attribute specific bridges, villages or landmarks to the course.

The 445 metres of positive elevation gain provide a more useful indication of difficulty than distance alone. In a mountain race, climbs and descents can break up effort; keeping the same pace as on a flat road is not always effective. With mostly tracks and trails, footing can reasonably be expected to differ from asphalt, but the width, surface and gradient of each section are not specified in the available information.

The walk, at just over seven kilometres and 130 metres of positive elevation gain, shares the event’s natural setting but carries a lighter workload than the trail. The lower elevation gain does not remove the need to choose suitable footwear and assess one’s fitness, particularly if the ground is wet. In November, rain can affect grip on tracks and trails; this is a general consideration for an outdoor event in Galicia, not a weather forecast for the specific date.

The municipality is set in a region associated with rivers, woodland and rural heritage. The Ruta das Pontes do Lérez, a long-distance walking route passing historic bridges and other examples of local heritage, is also in the area. However, no information confirms that the 14-kilometre trail follows that route or passes its main landmarks. Keeping the distinction clear avoids confusing a specific race with a separate tourism route in the same broader area.

Free registration and participation by minors

Registration for the advertised events is free. The reference information says entries are handled through the registration platform designated by the organisers, but does not state the number of places, the deadline or whether the form will close once a quota is reached. Free entry should therefore not be mistaken for automatic registration: each participant needs to complete the process set out for the event.

The walk allows minors to take part with authorisation. In addition, anyone under 14 must be accompanied by an adult, according to the conditions provided. This rule matters for families planning to participate: authorisation and adult supervision are not minor details but express requirements for younger walkers. The available information does not specify the authorisation form or how it must be submitted, so those details should be checked in the registration instructions.

Promotional children’s races cover ages 3 to 15 and will be organised by age group. The distances, category system and supervision arrangements for each start have not been published. Nor is it clear whether each child must be registered separately. The event confirms races for children and teenagers, but operational details should be checked in the organisers’ current information before attending.

For the competitive trail, the announced programme limits awards to the top three men and women in the overall classification. It does not specify cash prizes, age categories or additional awards. The absence of those details does not prove that no other distinctions exist, but it is best to stick to the confirmed information when describing the planned ceremony.

The riverside beach as the event hub

Cerdedo’s riverside beach brings together the start, finish, bib collection and gathering area. Having the main services in one place helps runners and spectators find their way, particularly on a day with staggered start times. The available reference identifies the site but does not provide a precise postal address or information about parking, public transport, changing rooms or showers.

The riverside location gives the event a different setting from an urban circuit. Starting from a recreational area brings together runners, walkers and spectators attending the other activities. The sporting course, however, extends onto forest tracks and trails, meaning the whole route will not be visible from the finish area. The riverside beach is the shared hub, not a complete description of the course.

The programme includes free food trucks and a DJ from 11:30 a.m. That social element makes the waiting period part of the day, particularly for families and people accompanying participants. The information does not identify vendors, food types or the individual opening times of each truck; it only confirms mobile catering and music.

The organisers also plan children’s races, a walk and a mountain competition on the same day. This mix explains the event’s open format: competitive sport sits alongside recreational and family activities, and not everyone has to tackle the same distance or intensity. Spectators have several points of interest throughout the morning, from staggered starts to the awards and children’s events.

What the Entre Pontes circuit brings to the province

Entre Pontes Trail & Running was presented as a six-event circuit across municipalities in Pontevedra province, with three 10-kilometre road races and three 14-kilometre trail events. Its concept combines exercise, promotion of the local area and complementary activities such as walks and children’s races. The Cerdedo-Cotobade event is one of the three mountain rounds, within a calendar that alternates surfaces and formats.

The provincial scale puts the event in context without overstating its reach: it is not an isolated race on the calendar, but one date in a circuit with several venues. That setting may appeal to people following local mass-participation events, although the information provided does not confirm an overall series classification or require entrants to take part in multiple rounds. Each local event should be considered on its own terms and conditions.

The family-friendly format, free entry and noncompetitive options make the activity accessible to people with different levels of experience. A seven-kilometre walk does not call for the same approach as a 14-kilometre trail with 445 metres of climbing, and children’s races have a different scale again. Variety does not erase the differences between formats: each has its own pace, requirements and audience.

The event also connects physical activity with rural scenery, a common combination in Galician mountain races. The setting should not be confused with a promise about the course: without a detailed official map, it is impossible to list the views, crossings or heritage features participants will encounter. What is confirmed is the predominance of tracks and trails and the riverside hub for the day.

An autumn event for running, walking and spending time together

The Nov. 1 event is designed around three groups: trail runners, participants in the walk and families connected with the children’s races. With starts from Cerdedo’s riverside beach, staggered times and social activities, the day is about more than the 14-kilometre results. Its defining feature is the combination of mountain running and popular participation, with free entry in the advertised formats.

For those assessing the sporting challenge, the key figure is elevation: 445 metres of climbing over 14 kilometres on a route that is mostly forest tracks and trails. Those who prefer walking have an alternative of around seven kilometres and 130 metres of elevation gain. Families also have children’s races for ages 3 to 15. These are different options within one event, not interchangeable versions of a single race.

Some practical details are missing from the available information, including the complete map, participant limits, detailed bib-collection instructions and on-site facilities. The exact postal address of the riverside beach is also not provided. The date, main schedule, distances and free entry are confirmed; other details should be checked against the organisers’ updates rather than treated as settled facts.

In an autumn calendar that encourages people to leave the cities and seek out trails, Cerdedo-Cotobade offers a morning in which competition shares space with walking and children’s activities. The trail tests runners’ legs and attention on natural terrain; the walk offers a gentler pace, while the riverside setting gives the day a reason to continue beyond the start. In short, the event brings together sport, landscape and community without an entry fee.