Cape Verde Trail Challenge

Trail Running and Walking & Hiking covering 88 km to 116 km in São Vicente Island (São Vicente Municipality, Cape Verde)

Location

São Vicente, Cape VerdeShow on map(16.8441° N, 24.9740° W)

Date & StatusMay 1, 2027 to May 8, 2027Date confirmed

Elevation gainUp to +4,408 m

Cape Verde Trail Challenge is an endurance sporting event in São Vicente, CV focused on Trail Running and Walking & Hiking. Key features include Island, Mountain, Multi-Day, Nature & Off-Road.

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Trail 116 km (116 km, +4,408 m D+), and Walking 88 km (88 km, +396 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed from May 1, 2027 to May 8, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (trailtobealive.fr).

Official website

Cape Verde Trail Challenge in São Vicente (Work: "Toubkal mountain peak (Unsplash)", Photo: Dan Gold danielcgold, License: CC0 1.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Toubkal mountain peak (Unsplash)" · Photo: **Dan Gold danielcgold** · Wikimedia CommonsCC0 1.0
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Event characteristics

Island Mountain Multi-Day Nature & Off-Road Forest

Races & distances (2)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Trail 116 km	Trail Running	116 km	+4,408 m	8 m - 1,859 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Walking 88 km	Walking & Hiking	88 km	+396 m	11 m - 177 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

116 km

Elevation gain

+4,408 m D+

Elevation loss

-4,408 m D-

Altitude range

8 m - 1,859 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

7.6 % / 13.7 %

Course format

Loop course

116 km+4,408 m D+Peak 1,859 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 8 m to 1,859 m above sea level (+4,408 m D+, -4,408 m D-)

Peak: 1,859 m·at 51.2 km·Ø 7.6 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Cape Verde Trail Challenge take place?

Cape Verde Trail Challenge takes place in São Vicente, CV (start area at coordinates 16.8441° N, 24.974° W). The next edition is officially confirmed from May 1, 2027 to May 8, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Cape Verde Trail Challenge?

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Trail 116 km (116 km, +4,408 m D+), and Walking 88 km (88 km, +396 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running and Walking & Hiking.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Cape Verde Trail Challenge?

The main competition (Trail 116 km over 116 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +4,408 m of elevation gain and -4,408 m of elevation loss, ranging between 8 m and 1,859 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Cape Verde Trail Challenge?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (trailtobealive.fr).