Marathon of the Filhos da Freita

Trail Running and Walking & Hiking covering 10 km to 42 km with up to 1,200 m D+ in Arouca (Aveiro District, Portugal)

Location

Arouca, Aveiro District, PortugalShow on map(40.9321° N, 8.2451° W)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +1,200 m

Marathon of the Filhos da Freita is an endurance sporting event in Arouca, Aveiro District, PT focused on Trail Running and Walking & Hiking. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Mountain.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Trail 42 km (42 km, +1,200 m D+), Trail 21 km (21 km, +700 m D+), and Walking 10 km (10 km, +45 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 (facebook.com).

Official website

Marathon of the Filhos da Freita in Arouca (Work: "Madeira-Santana-Pico Ruivo-hiking trail PR 1-2-Casa de Abrigo (DTM)-07ASD", Photo: Asurnipal, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Madeira-Santana-Pico Ruivo-hiking trail PR 1-2-Casa de Abrigo (DTM)-07ASD" · Photo: **Asurnipal** · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
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Event characteristics

Nature & Off-Road Mountain

Races & distances (3)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Trail 42 km	Trail Running	42 km	+1,200 m	620 m - 1,124 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Trail 21 km	Trail Running	21 km	+700 m	623 m - 917 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Walking 10 km	Walking & Hiking	10 km	+45 m	626 m - 645 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

42 km

Elevation gain

+1,200 m D+

Elevation loss

-1,200 m D-

Altitude range

620 m - 1,124 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

5.7 % / 10.3 %

Course format

Loop course

42 km+1,200 m D+Peak 1,124 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 620 m to 1,124 m above sea level (+1,200 m D+, -1,200 m D-)

Peak: 1,124 m·at 21.4 km·Ø 5.7 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Marathon of the Filhos da Freita take place?

Marathon of the Filhos da Freita takes place in Arouca, Aveiro District, PT (start area at coordinates 40.9321° N, 8.2451° 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 Marathon of the Filhos da Freita?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Trail 42 km (42 km, +1,200 m D+), Trail 21 km (21 km, +700 m D+), and Walking 10 km (10 km, +45 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running and Walking & Hiking.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Marathon of the Filhos da Freita?

The main competition (Trail 42 km over 42 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,200 m of elevation gain and -1,200 m of elevation loss, ranging between 620 m and 1,124 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 Marathon of the Filhos da Freita?

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