Trail RunningUTMB Index Races

Estrela Grande Trail

Trail Running covering 6 km to 105 km with up to 5,500 m D+ in Manteigas (Guarda District, Portugal)

LocationManteigas, Guarda District, PortugalShow on map(40.4028° N, 7.5398° W)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +5,500 m

Estrela Grande Trail is an endurance sporting event in Manteigas, Guarda District, PT focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Lakes & Ponds, Mountain.

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Trail 105 km (105 km, +5,500 m D+), Trail 50 km (50 km, +2,500 m D+), Trail 33 km (33 km, +1,500 m D+), Trail 15 km (15 km, +800 m D+), and Uphill Fracão Corvo (6 km, +700 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (egt-estrelagrandetrail.pt).

Official website
Estrela Grande Trail in Manteigas (Work: "Madeira-Santana-Pico Ruivo-hiking trail PR 1-2 (middle - view from to Santana)-07ASD", Photo: Asurnipal, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Madeira-Santana-Pico Ruivo-hiking trail PR 1-2 (middle - view from to Santana)-07ASD" · Photo: Asurnipal · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
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Event characteristics

Nature & Off-RoadForestLakes & PondsMountainHigh AltitudeMulti-Day

Races & distances (5)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 105 kmTrail Running105 km+5,500 m407 m - 2,717 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 50 kmTrail Running50 km+2,500 m410 m - 1,460 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 33 kmTrail Running33 km+1,500 m413 m - 1,043 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 15 kmTrail Running15 km+800 m416 m - 752 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Uphill Fracão CorvoTrail Running6 km+700 m419 m - 713 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
105 km
Elevation gain
+5,500 m D+
Elevation loss
-5,500 m D-
Altitude range
407 m - 2,717 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
10.5 % / 18.9 %
Course format
Loop course
105 km+5,500 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N20406080100FS40.4028° N, 7.5398° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 407 m to 2,717 m above sea level (+5,500 m D+, -5,500 m D-)

Peak: 2,717 m·at 49.1 km·Ø 10.5 %
407 m1,177 m1,947 m2,717 m0 km21 km42 km63 km84 km105 km2,717 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Estrela Grande Trail take place?

Estrela Grande Trail takes place in Manteigas, Guarda District, PT (start area at coordinates 40.4028° N, 7.5398° W). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Estrela Grande Trail?

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Trail 105 km (105 km, +5,500 m D+), Trail 50 km (50 km, +2,500 m D+), Trail 33 km (33 km, +1,500 m D+), Trail 15 km (15 km, +800 m D+), and Uphill Fracão Corvo (6 km, +700 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Estrela Grande Trail?

The main competition (Trail 105 km over 105 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +5,500 m of elevation gain and -5,500 m of elevation loss, ranging between 407 m and 2,717 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 Estrela Grande Trail?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (egt-estrelagrandetrail.pt).