Senior Sports Day celebrates physical activity for all ages

A 6 km walk through the Serras do Porto brought participants together for a healthy and active gathering.

Image of a group of senior citizens walking in a Portuguese natural landscape, promoting active aging.
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Image of a group of senior citizens walking in a Portuguese natural landscape, promoting active aging.

The Union of Freguesias of Fânzeres and São Pedro da Cova celebrated Senior Sports Day on September 28th with a 6 km walk through the Serras do Porto, encouraging physical activity and community among participants.

On September 28th, Senior Sports Day was marked by a walk through the Serras do Porto. The event was characterized by energy, camaraderie, and good spirits, highlighting the importance of staying active at all ages.
Throughout the 6 km route, participants demonstrated that age is no barrier to maintaining an active lifestyle.
The organization expressed gratitude for the contribution of the Team from the Association of Municipalities Parque das Serras do Porto and the Group of Scouts 279 of S. Pedro da Cova, who were instrumental in making the day a success.
Special thanks were extended to RUTIS – Rede de Universidades Seniores, for their support of the initiative and for providing kits to the participants, a gesture that enriched the walk.
The event reinforced the shared commitment to promoting physical activity, well-being, and a more active and healthy aging process, with a final thank you to everyone who participated.
Based on information from the official source: União das Freguesias de Fânzeres e São Pedro da Cova (01/10/2026)