Trail Running

Trilhos do Paleozóico

Trail Running covering 12 km to 48 km with up to 2,600 m D+ in Valongo (Porto District, Portugal)

LocationValongo, Porto District, PortugalShow on map(41.1888° N, 8.4984° W)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +2,600 m

Trilhos do Paleozóico is an endurance sporting event in Valongo, Porto District, PT focused on Trail Running. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Culture & History, Mountain.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Trail 48 km (48 km, +2,600 m D+), Trail 36 km (36 km, +2,000 m D+), Trail 23 km (23 km, +1,150 m D+), and Trail 12 km (12 km, +300 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 (facebook.com).

Official website
Trilhos do Paleozóico in Valongo (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
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Event characteristics

Nature & Off-RoadForestCulture & HistoryMountainHigh Altitude

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 48 kmTrail Running48 km+2,600 m2 m - 1,094 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 36 kmTrail Running36 km+2,000 m5 m - 845 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 23 kmTrail Running23 km+1,150 m8 m - 491 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 12 kmTrail Running12 km+300 m11 m - 137 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
48 km
Elevation gain
+2,600 m D+
Elevation loss
-2,600 m D-
Altitude range
2 m - 1,094 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
10.8 % / 19.4 %
Course format
Loop course
48 km+2,600 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS41.1888° N, 8.4984° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 2 m to 1,094 m above sea level (+2,600 m D+, -2,600 m D-)

Peak: 1,094 m·at 23.4 km·Ø 10.8 %
2 m366 m730 m1,094 m0 km9.6 km19.2 km28.8 km38.4 km48 km1,094 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Trilhos do Paleozóico take place?

Trilhos do Paleozóico takes place in Valongo, Porto District, PT (start area at coordinates 41.1888° N, 8.4984° 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 do Paleozóico?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Trail 48 km (48 km, +2,600 m D+), Trail 36 km (36 km, +2,000 m D+), Trail 23 km (23 km, +1,150 m D+), and Trail 12 km (12 km, +300 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Trilhos do Paleozóico?

The main competition (Trail 48 km over 48 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +2,600 m of elevation gain and -2,600 m of elevation loss, ranging between 2 m and 1,094 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 do Paleozóico?

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