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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
PTRunning Territory & Spot
Runs & Courses in Races in Serra da Estrela: Trails, Road Races & Events
7 verified events (0 confirmed dates) and 25 races in Races in Serra da Estrela with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events70 confirmed dates
Competitions25Races & courses
Distances6 - 174 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+8,265 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Estrela Grande Trail
Manteigas, Portugal
Date to be announcedDate TBA
105 km50 km33 km15 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadForest+4
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Oh Meu Deus
Seia, Portugal
Date to be announcedDate TBA
160 km100 km50 km20 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+4
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Trail Vila do Mouros
Covilhã, Portugal
Date to be announcedDate TBA
22 km16 km10 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+2
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Estrela Road Challenge
Manteigas, Portugal
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km
MountainNature & Off-Road+2
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12 Kms Manteigas - Penhas Douradas
Manteigas, Portugal
Date to be announcedDate TBA
12 km7 km
City RunPublic Park
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Granfondo Serra da Estrela
Manteigas, Portugal
Date to be announcedDate TBA
174 km97 km
Nature & Off-RoadCulture & History+3
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
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 | Estrela Grande Trail | Manteigas, Guarda District, PT | Trail Running | 105 km50 km33 km15 km |
| Date to be announced | Oh Meu Deus | Seia, Guarda District, PT | Trail Running | 160 km100 km50 km20 km |
| Date to be announced | Trail Vila do Mouros | Covilhã, Castelo Branco District, PT | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 22 km16 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Estrela Road Challenge | Manteigas, Guarda District, PT | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
| Date to be announced | 12 Kms Manteigas - Penhas Douradas | Manteigas, Guarda District, PT | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 12 km7 km |
| Date to be announced | Granfondo Serra da Estrela | Manteigas, Guarda District, PT | Road Cycling | 174 km97 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running territory of Races in Serra da Estrela (Portugal, Serra da Estrela) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 7 public events and 25 individual races, including 0 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, and Road Running. Key host locations include Penhas da Saúde, Manteigas, Seia, and Covilhã. Notable events in the selection include EstrelAçor Ultra Endurance, Estrela Grande Trail, and Oh Meu Deus.
Race distances span from 6 km to 174 km, reaching up to +8,265 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Serra da Estrela includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Races in Serra da Estrela?
RunningCompass currently lists 7 verified events with 25 individual races in Races in Serra da Estrela. A total of 0 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include EstrelAçor Ultra Endurance, Estrela Grande Trail, and Oh Meu Deus.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Serra da Estrela?
Events in Races in Serra da Estrela focus on Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, and Road Running. Course distances range from 6 km entry-level races up to 174 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Penhas da Saúde, Manteigas, Seia, and Covilhã.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Serra da Estrela?
The most selective courses in Races in Serra da Estrela climb up to +8,265 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Races in Serra da Estrela?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.