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PT 281+ Ultramarathon Portugal

Trail Running covering 281 km with up to 6,500 m D+ in Belmonte (Castelo Branco District, Portugal)

LocationBelmonte, Castelo Branco District, PortugalShow on map(40.3599° N, 7.3482° W)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +6,500 m

PT 281+ Ultramarathon Portugal is an endurance sporting event in Belmonte, Castelo Branco District, PT focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Mountain, Forest, Nature & Off-Road, High Altitude.

The competition program features Trail 281 km (281 km, +6,500 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 (horizontes.pt).

Official website
PT 281+ Ultramarathon Portugal in Belmonte (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)
"Madeira-Santana-Pico Ruivo-hiking trail PR 1-2-Casa de Abrigo (DTM)-01ASD" · Photo: Asurnipal · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
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Event characteristics

MountainForestNature & Off-RoadHigh AltitudeMulti-Day

Races & distances (1)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 281 kmTrail Running281 km+6,500 m407 m - 3,137 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Trail 281 km281 km
Distance
281 km
Elevation gain
+6,500 m D+
Elevation loss
-6,500 m D-
Altitude range
407 m - 3,137 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
4.6 % / 8.3 %
Course format
Loop course
281 km+6,500 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N4080120160200240FS40.3599° N, 7.3482° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 407 m to 3,137 m above sea level (+6,500 m D+, -6,500 m D-)

Peak: 3,137 m·at 108.7 km·Ø 4.6 %
407 m1,317 m2,227 m3,137 m0 km56.2 km112.4 km168.6 km224.8 km281 km3,137 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does PT 281+ Ultramarathon Portugal take place?

PT 281+ Ultramarathon Portugal takes place in Belmonte, Castelo Branco District, PT (start area at coordinates 40.3599° N, 7.3482° 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 PT 281+ Ultramarathon Portugal?

The competition program features Trail 281 km (281 km, +6,500 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for PT 281+ Ultramarathon Portugal?

The main competition (Trail 281 km over 281 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +6,500 m of elevation gain and -6,500 m of elevation loss, ranging between 407 m and 3,137 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 PT 281+ Ultramarathon Portugal?

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