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Santa Maria Trail
Vila do Porto, Portugal
January 31, 2027Date confirmed
43 km22 km12 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+2
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Trail Running in Portugal
38 verified events with 187 individual races (6 confirmed dates) in Portugal complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events386 confirmed dates
Competitions187Races & courses
Distances1 - 179 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+8,265 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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MIUT - Madeira Island Ultra-Trail
Porto Moniz, Portugal
April 24, 2027 to April 25, 2027Date confirmed
110 km80 km56 km40 km+1
ForestIsland+5
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EstrelAçor Ultra Endurance
Penhas da Saúde, Portugal
Date to be announcedDate TBA
160 km103 km48 km32 km+1
MountainNature & Off-Road+3
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Trail de Conímbriga Terras de Sicó
Condeixa-a-Nova, Portugal
Date to be announcedDate TBA
179 km111 km57 km25 km+1
Culture & HistoryNature & Off-Road+3
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Louzantrail
Lousã, Portugal
Date to be announcedDate TBA
52 km32 km20 km13 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadForest+3
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UTM - Ultra Trail Marão
Amarante, Portugal
Date to be announcedDate TBA
120 km60 km40 km25 km+1
MountainNature & Off-Road+3
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Sharish Monsaraz Natur Trail
Reguengos de Monsaraz, Portugal
Date to be announcedDate TBA
105 km50 km31 km20 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadForest
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Estrela Grande Trail
Manteigas, Portugal
Date to be announcedDate TBA
105 km50 km33 km15 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadForest+4
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 31, 2027 | Santa Maria Trail | Vila do Porto, Azores, PT | Trail Running | 43 km22 km12 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 24, 2027 - Apr 25, 2027 | MIUT - Madeira Island Ultra-Trail | Porto Moniz, Madeira, PT | Trail Running | 110 km80 km56 km40 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | EstrelAçor Ultra Endurance | Penhas da Saúde, Castelo Branco District, PT | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 160 km103 km48 km32 km |
| Date to be announced | Trail de Conímbriga Terras de Sicó | Condeixa-a-Nova, Coimbra District, PT | Trail Running | 179 km111 km57 km25 km |
| Date to be announced | Louzantrail | Lousã, Coimbra District, PT | Trail Running | 52 km32 km20 km13 km |
| Date to be announced | UTM - Ultra Trail Marão | Amarante, Porto District, PT | Trail Running | 120 km60 km40 km25 km |
| Date to be announced | Sharish Monsaraz Natur Trail | Reguengos de Monsaraz, Évora District, PT | Trail Running | 105 km50 km31 km20 km |
| Date to be announced | Estrela Grande Trail | Manteigas, Guarda District, PT | Trail Running | 105 km50 km33 km15 km |
| Date to be announced | Iberian Wolf Trophy | São Pedro do Sul, Viseu District, PT | Trail Running | 131.1 km45 km28 km27 km |
| Date to be announced | Grande Trail da Serra D'Arga | Caminha, Viana do Castelo District, PT | Trail Running | 100 km50 km31 km17 km |
| Date to be announced | Douro Ultra Trail | Peso da Régua, Vila Real District, PT | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 100 km50 km25 km15 km |
| Date to be announced | Ultra Trail de Madeire (Madeira Ultra) | Ponta do Pargo, Madeira, PT | Trail Running | 83 km50 km30 km15 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
Off-road running on singletrack, forest paths, and alpine ridges, spanning short discovery trails to high-mountain ultra-trails. Trail running is defined by elevation gain, technical terrain, and natural landscapes across forest singletrack, coastal cliffs, and mountain passes. In this Trail Running in Portugal directory, RunningCompass curates 38 events comprising 187 individual races, including 6 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 1 km to 179 km and elevation gains up to +8,265 m. Key host locations include Vila do Porto, Porto Moniz, Penhas da Saúde, Condeixa-a-Nova. Notable events in this selection include Santa Maria Trail, MIUT - Madeira Island Ultra-Trail, EstrelAçor Ultra Endurance.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Trail Running in Portugal?
This overview currently includes 38 verified events featuring 187 individual races. Of these, 6 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 32 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Trail Running in Portugal?
Races in this selection span distances of 1 km to 179 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +8,265 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Trail Running, Walking & Hiking.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Trail Running in Portugal?
Top host locations include Vila do Porto, Porto Moniz, Penhas da Saúde, Condeixa-a-Nova, Lousã. Representative events in the catalog include Santa Maria Trail, MIUT - Madeira Island Ultra-Trail, EstrelAçor Ultra Endurance, Trail de Conímbriga Terras de Sicó. Off-road running on singletrack, forest paths, and alpine ridges, spanning short discovery trails to high-mountain ultra-trails.
How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for Trail Running in Portugal?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 187 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.