Trail RunningUTMB Index Races

Piodão Trail Running

Trail Running covering 12 km to 53 km with up to 2,920 m D+ in Piódão (Coimbra District, Portugal)

LocationPiódão, Coimbra District, PortugalShow on map(40.2296° N, 7.8252° W)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +2,920 m

Piodão Trail Running is an endurance sporting event in Piódão, Coimbra District, PT focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Mountain, High Altitude.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Trail 53 km (53 km, +2,920 m D+), Trail 25 km (25 km, +1,350 m D+), and Trail 12 km (12 km, +456 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 (ultrapiodao.com).

Official website
Piodão Trail Running in Piódão (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-RoadForestMountainHigh Altitude

Races & distances (3)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 53 kmTrail Running53 km+2,920 m407 m - 1,633 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 25 kmTrail Running25 km+1,350 m410 m - 977 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 12 kmTrail Running12 km+456 m413 m - 605 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
53 km
Elevation gain
+2,920 m D+
Elevation loss
-2,920 m D-
Altitude range
407 m - 1,633 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
11 % / 19.8 %
Course format
Loop course
53 km+2,920 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N1020304050FS40.2296° N, 7.8252° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 407 m to 1,633 m above sea level (+2,920 m D+, -2,920 m D-)

Peak: 1,633 m·at 26.9 km·Ø 11 %
407 m816 m1,224 m1,633 m0 km10.6 km21.2 km31.8 km42.4 km53 km1,633 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Piodão Trail Running take place?

Piodão Trail Running takes place in Piódão, Coimbra District, PT (start area at coordinates 40.2296° N, 7.8252° 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 Piodão Trail Running?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Trail 53 km (53 km, +2,920 m D+), Trail 25 km (25 km, +1,350 m D+), and Trail 12 km (12 km, +456 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Piodão Trail Running?

The main competition (Trail 53 km over 53 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +2,920 m of elevation gain and -2,920 m of elevation loss, ranging between 407 m and 1,633 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 Piodão Trail Running?

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