Maio Ocean Trail

Trail Running covering 20 km to 37 km with up to 410 m D+ in Vila do Maio (Maio Municipality, Cape Verde)

Location

Vila do Maio, Maio, Cape VerdeShow on map(15.1386° N, 23.2067° W)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +410 m

Maio Ocean Trail is an endurance sporting event in Vila do Maio, Maio, CV focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Forest, Island, Nature & Off-Road, Seaside & Coast.

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Trail 37 km (37 km, +410 m D+), and Trail 20 km (20 km, +300 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 (caboverdetrailseries.com).

Official website

Maio Ocean Trail in Vila do Maio (Work: "Toubkal Orange", Photo: Anass ERRIHANI, License: CC BY-SA 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Toubkal Orange" · Photo: **Anass ERRIHANI** · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 3.0
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Event characteristics

Forest Island Nature & Off-Road Seaside & Coast

Races & distances (2)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Trail 37 km	Trail Running	37 km	+410 m	8 m - 180 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Trail 20 km	Trail Running	20 km	+300 m	11 m - 137 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

37 km

Elevation gain

+410 m D+

Elevation loss

-410 m D-

Altitude range

8 m - 180 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

2.2 % / 4 %

Course format

Loop course

37 km+410 m D+Peak 180 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 8 m to 180 m above sea level (+410 m D+, -410 m D-)

Peak: 180 m·at 11.8 km·Ø 2.2 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Maio Ocean Trail take place?

Maio Ocean Trail takes place in Vila do Maio, Maio, CV (start area at coordinates 15.1386° N, 23.2067° 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 Maio Ocean Trail?

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Trail 37 km (37 km, +410 m D+), and Trail 20 km (20 km, +300 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Maio Ocean Trail?

The main competition (Trail 37 km over 37 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +410 m of elevation gain and -410 m of elevation loss, ranging between 8 m and 180 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 Maio Ocean Trail?

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