Porto Santo Nature Trail

Trail Running covering 13 km to 42 km with up to 1,850 m D+ in Porto Santo (Madeira, Portugal)

LocationPorto Santo, Madeira, PortugalShow on map(33.0844° N, 16.3222° W)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +1,850 m

Porto Santo Nature Trail is an endurance sporting event in Porto Santo, Madeira, PT focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Island, Seaside & Coast, Nature & Off-Road, Mountain.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including 42 km Ultra Trail (42 km, +1,850 m D+), 21 km Trail (21 km, +950 m D+), and 13 km Mini Trail (13 km, +450 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 (portosantonaturetrail.com).

Porto Santo Nature Trail in Porto Santo (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 (3)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
42 km Ultra TrailTrail Running42 km+1,850 m8 m - 785 mLoop courseRoute & profile
21 km TrailTrail Running21 km+950 m11 m - 410 mLoop courseRoute & profile
13 km Mini TrailTrail Running13 km+450 m14 m - 203 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
42 km
Elevation gain
+1,850 m D+
Elevation loss
-1,850 m D-
Altitude range
8 m - 785 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
8.8 % / 15.8 %
Course format
Loop course
42 km+1,850 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS33.0844° N, 16.3222° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 8 m to 785 m above sea level (+1,850 m D+, -1,850 m D-)

Peak: 785 m·at 26.1 km·Ø 8.8 %
8 m267 m526 m785 m0 km8.4 km16.8 km25.2 km33.6 km42 km785 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Porto Santo Nature Trail take place?

Porto Santo Nature Trail takes place in Porto Santo, Madeira, PT (start area at coordinates 33.0844° N, 16.3222° 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 Porto Santo Nature Trail?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including 42 km Ultra Trail (42 km, +1,850 m D+), 21 km Trail (21 km, +950 m D+), and 13 km Mini Trail (13 km, +450 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Porto Santo Nature Trail?

The main competition (42 km Ultra Trail over 42 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,850 m of elevation gain and -1,850 m of elevation loss, ranging between 8 m and 785 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 Porto Santo Nature Trail?

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