Trail Running

Povoação Trail

Trail Running covering 15 km to 50 km in Povoação (Azores, Portugal)

LocationPovoação, Azores, PortugalShow on map(37.7500° N, 25.2500° W)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +1,900 m

Povoação Trail is an endurance sporting event in Povoação, Azores, PT focused on Trail Running. Key features include Seaside & Coast, Mountain, Nature & Off-Road, Island.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Trail Ultra (50 km, +1,900 m D+), Trail (30 km, +1,140 m D+), Trail Sprint (15 km, +570 m D+), and Trail Jovem (Jeunes) (15 km, +570 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 (povoacaotrail.pt).

Official website
Povoação Trail in Povoação (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
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Event characteristics

Seaside & CoastMountainNature & Off-RoadIslandKids & Youth Races

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail UltraTrail Running50 km+1,900 m8 m - 806 mLoop courseRoute & profile
TrailTrail Running30 km+1,140 m11 m - 490 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail SprintTrail Running15 km+570 m14 m - 253 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail Jovem (Jeunes)Trail Running15 km+570 m17 m - 256 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
50 km
Elevation gain
+1,900 m D+
Elevation loss
-1,900 m D-
Altitude range
8 m - 806 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
7.6 % / 13.7 %
Course format
Loop course
50 km+1,900 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS37.7500° N, 25.2500° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 8 m to 806 m above sea level (+1,900 m D+, -1,900 m D-)

Peak: 806 m·at 21.8 km·Ø 7.6 %
8 m274 m540 m806 m0 km10 km20 km30 km40 km50 km806 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Povoação Trail take place?

Povoação Trail takes place in Povoação, Azores, PT (start area at coordinates 37.75° N, 25.25° 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 Povoação Trail?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Trail Ultra (50 km, +1,900 m D+), Trail (30 km, +1,140 m D+), Trail Sprint (15 km, +570 m D+), and Trail Jovem (Jeunes) (15 km, +570 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Povoação Trail?

The main competition (Trail Ultra over 50 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,900 m of elevation gain and -1,900 m of elevation loss, ranging between 8 m and 806 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 Povoação Trail?

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