EstrelAçor Ultra Endurance

Trail Running and Walking & Hiking covering 16 km to 160 km with up to 8,265 m D+ in Penhas da Saúde (Castelo Branco District, Portugal)

LocationPenhas da Saúde, Castelo Branco District, PortugalShow on map(40.3087° N, 7.5479° W)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +8,265 m

EstrelAçor Ultra Endurance is an endurance sporting event in Penhas da Saúde, Castelo Branco District, PT focused on Trail Running and Walking & Hiking. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Mountain, Nature & Off-Road, Forest, High Altitude.

The race program comprises 6 competitions, including Trail 160 km (160 km, +8,265 m D+), Trail 103 km (103 km, +6,233 m D+), Trail 48 km (48 km, +2,933 m D+), Trail 32 km (32 km, +1,337 m D+), Trail 16 km (16 km, +451 m D+), and Walking 16 km (16 km, +451 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 (ultraestrelacor.com).

EstrelAçor Ultra Endurance in Penhas da Saúde (Work: "Madeira-Santana-Pico Ruivo-hiking trail PR 1-2-Casa de Abrigo (DTM)-01ASD", Photo: Asurnipal, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
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Races & distances (6)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 160 kmTrail Running160 km+8,265 m407 m - 3,878 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 103 kmTrail Running103 km+6,233 m410 m - 3,028 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 48 kmTrail Running48 km+2,933 m413 m - 1,645 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 32 kmTrail Running32 km+1,337 m416 m - 978 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 16 kmTrail Running16 km+451 m419 m - 608 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Walking 16 kmWalking & Hiking16 km+451 m407 m - 596 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
160 km
Elevation gain
+8,265 m D+
Elevation loss
-8,265 m D-
Altitude range
407 m - 3,878 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
10.3 % / 18.5 %
Course format
Loop course
160 km+8,265 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N20406080100120140FS40.3087° N, 7.5479° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 407 m to 3,878 m above sea level (+8,265 m D+, -8,265 m D-)

Peak: 3,878 m·at 76.5 km·Ø 10.3 %
407 m1,564 m2,721 m3,878 m0 km32 km64 km96 km128 km160 km3,878 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does EstrelAçor Ultra Endurance take place?

EstrelAçor Ultra Endurance takes place in Penhas da Saúde, Castelo Branco District, PT (start area at coordinates 40.3087° N, 7.5479° 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 EstrelAçor Ultra Endurance?

The race program comprises 6 competitions, including Trail 160 km (160 km, +8,265 m D+), Trail 103 km (103 km, +6,233 m D+), Trail 48 km (48 km, +2,933 m D+), Trail 32 km (32 km, +1,337 m D+), Trail 16 km (16 km, +451 m D+), and Walking 16 km (16 km, +451 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running and Walking & Hiking.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for EstrelAçor Ultra Endurance?

The main competition (Trail 160 km over 160 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +8,265 m of elevation gain and -8,265 m of elevation loss, ranging between 407 m and 3,878 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 EstrelAçor Ultra Endurance?

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