The Turns of the Impossible 2026

  • Sat, May 23, 2026
  • 19,58 
  • 1 race
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Event summary

As Voltas do Impossível 2026 is an UltraTrail adventure taking place in the Serra da Freita near Rio de Frades, Arouca, Portugal. The event is scheduled for May 23, 2026, featuring a challenging course of approximately 105 km divided into 5 laps of about 21 km each with 1500 m elevation gain per lap.

The race is limited to 50 participants and has a total time limit of 15 hours. Athletes must complete all laps within specific cutoff times, with the first three laps considered a “Fun Race” with a 9-hour cutoff, and the fourth lap having a 3-hour limit. Participants who finish all 5 laps will have their names engraved on a slate stone near Rio de Frades.

The race starts and finishes on the bridge in Rio de Frades, with the direction alternating each lap. Navigation is supported by a GPS track and occasional course markings. The event has a unique atmosphere of endurance and respect, including a tribute with the silence call “Taps” for those who withdraw.

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Participants limit: 50

Cut-off times:
• Total time limit for 5 laps: 15 hours
• First 3 laps (Fun Race): 9 hours cutoff
• Fourth lap: 3 hours cutoff

Start/finish locations: Village of Rio de Frades, on the bridge

Course format: 5 laps, each approximately 21 km with 1500 m elevation gain, alternating clockwise and counterclockwise directions

Race routes: GPS track provided for navigation with occasional course markings


Arouca, Aveiro

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Ultra Trail 105 km

23 May, 2026
0:00
19,58 

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