Trail RunningUTMB Index Races

Ultra Trail de Madeire (Madeira Ultra)

Trail Running covering 8 km to 83 km with up to 3,810 m D+ in Ponta do Pargo (Madeira, Portugal)

LocationPonta do Pargo, Madeira, PortugalShow on map(32.8101° N, 17.2519° W)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +3,810 m

Ultra Trail de Madeire (Madeira Ultra) is an endurance sporting event in Ponta do Pargo, Madeira, PT focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Island, Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Mountain.

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Ultra Madeira (83 km, +3,810 m D+), Ultra 50K (50 km, +2,000 m D+), Trail 30K (30 km, +1,360 m D+), Trail 15K (15 km, +340 m D+), and Mini Trail (8 km, +290 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 (fr.ultratrailmadeiraisland.com).

Official website
Ultra Trail de Madeire (Madeira Ultra) in Ponta do Pargo (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
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Event characteristics

IslandNature & Off-RoadForestMountainHigh AltitudeMulti-Day

Races & distances (5)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Ultra MadeiraTrail Running83 km+3,810 m2 m - 1,602 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Ultra 50KTrail Running50 km+2,000 m5 m - 845 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 30KTrail Running30 km+1,360 m8 m - 579 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 15KTrail Running15 km+340 m11 m - 154 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Mini TrailTrail Running8 km+290 m14 m - 136 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
83 km
Elevation gain
+3,810 m D+
Elevation loss
-3,810 m D-
Altitude range
2 m - 1,602 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
9.2 % / 16.6 %
Course format
Loop course
83 km+3,810 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N204060FS32.8101° N, 17.2519° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 2 m to 1,602 m above sea level (+3,810 m D+, -3,810 m D-)

Peak: 1,602 m·at 38.3 km·Ø 9.2 %
2 m535 m1,069 m1,602 m0 km16.6 km33.2 km49.8 km66.4 km83 km1,602 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Ultra Trail de Madeire (Madeira Ultra) take place?

Ultra Trail de Madeire (Madeira Ultra) takes place in Ponta do Pargo, Madeira, PT (start area at coordinates 32.8101° N, 17.2519° 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 Ultra Trail de Madeire (Madeira Ultra)?

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Ultra Madeira (83 km, +3,810 m D+), Ultra 50K (50 km, +2,000 m D+), Trail 30K (30 km, +1,360 m D+), Trail 15K (15 km, +340 m D+), and Mini Trail (8 km, +290 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Ultra Trail de Madeire (Madeira Ultra)?

The main competition (Ultra Madeira over 83 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +3,810 m of elevation gain and -3,810 m of elevation loss, ranging between 2 m and 1,602 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 Ultra Trail de Madeire (Madeira Ultra)?

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