Trilhos de Mértola

Trail Running covering 9 km to 46 km in Mértola (Beja District, Portugal)

Location

Mértola, Beja District, PortugalShow on map(37.6430° N, 7.6611° W)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +1,196 m

Trilhos de Mértola is an endurance sporting event in Mértola, Beja District, PT focused on Trail Running. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Castles, Kids & Youth Races.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Trail 46 km (46 km, +1,196 m D+), Trail 32 km (32 km, +832 m D+), Trail 16 km (16 km, +416 m D+), and Trail 9 km (9 km, +234 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Up-to-date details regarding race regulations, start times, and registration are published through the organizer's official channels.

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Event characteristics

Nature & Off-Road Castles Kids & Youth Races

Races & distances (4)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Trail 46 km	Trail Running	46 km	+1,196 m	118 m - 620 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Trail 32 km	Trail Running	32 km	+832 m	121 m - 470 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Trail 16 km	Trail Running	16 km	+416 m	124 m - 299 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Trail 9 km	Trail Running	9 km	+234 m	127 m - 225 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

46 km

Elevation gain

+1,196 m D+

Elevation loss

-1,196 m D-

Altitude range

118 m - 620 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

5.2 % / 9.4 %

Course format

Loop course

46 km+1,196 m D+Peak 620 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 118 m to 620 m above sea level (+1,196 m D+, -1,196 m D-)

Peak: 620 m·at 11.9 km·Ø 5.2 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Trilhos de Mértola take place?

Trilhos de Mértola takes place in Mértola, Beja District, PT (start area at coordinates 37.643° N, 7.6611° 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 Trilhos de Mértola?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Trail 46 km (46 km, +1,196 m D+), Trail 32 km (32 km, +832 m D+), Trail 16 km (16 km, +416 m D+), and Trail 9 km (9 km, +234 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Trilhos de Mértola?

The main competition (Trail 46 km over 46 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,196 m of elevation gain and -1,196 m of elevation loss, ranging between 118 m and 620 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 Trilhos de Mértola?

Up-to-date details regarding race regulations, start times, and registration are published through the organizer's official channels.