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Event summary
The 9th São Macário Ultra Trail is a trail running event taking place on November 14 and 15, 2026, in São Pedro do Sul, Portugal. This event offers four distances: Ultra Trail (51 km with 4124m elevation gain), Trail (31 km, 2109m), Trail Sprint (21 km, 1247m), and Mini-Trail/Walk (11 km, 487m), catering to a wide range of trail runners and walkers.
Open to all athletes aged 18 and above for Ultra Trail, Trail, and Trail Sprint, and from 14 years for the Mini-Trail/Walk, the race features courses through the beautiful Serra da Arada, São Macário, with medium to high difficulty and technical terrain including dirt, stones, and some paved sections. The event emphasizes safety and fair play in a natural environment, with time limits and checkpoints ensuring a competitive and secure race.
The atmosphere is challenging yet supportive, with diverse distances allowing both elite athletes and recreational participants to enjoy the scenic mountain trails. The event includes team categories and awards for the largest and best-scoring teams, fostering a community spirit. The event also provides aid stations, safety support, and logistical services to enhance the race experience.
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Age categories/divisions:
• M Juvenil (16-17 years, Mini-Trail only)
• M Júnior (18-19)
• M Sub 23 (20-22)
• M Seniores (23-34)
• M 35 (35-39)
• M 40 (40-44)
• M 45 (45-49)
• M 50 (50-54)
• M 55 (55-59)
• M 60+ (60 and above)
• F Juvenil (16-17 years, Mini-Trail only)
• F Júnior (18-19)
• F Sub 23 (20-22)
• F Seniores (23-34)
• F 35 (35-39)
• F 45 (45-49)
• F 50 (50-54)
• F 55 (55-59)
• F 60+ (60 and above)
Start/finish locations: Sul (Escola Primária de Sul), São Pedro do Sul, Portugal
Start times per category/distance:
• Ultra Trail (51 km): November 14, 6:30 AM
• Trail (31 km): November 15, 8:00 AM
• Trail Sprint (21 km): November 15, 9:00 AM
• Mini-Trail/Walk (11 km): November 15, 9:15 AM
Cut-off times:
• Ultra Trail: 14 hours (finish by 8:30 PM)
• Trail: 9 hours (finish by 5:00 PM)
• Trail Sprint: 6 hours (finish by 3:00 PM)
• Mini-Trail/Walk: 3 hours (finish by 12:15 PM)
Bib pick-up time and location:
• November 13, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM at Decathlon Viseu (all races)
• November 14, 5:00 AM – 6:00 AM at Sul, São Pedro do Sul (Ultra Trail)
• November 14, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Sul, São Pedro do Sul (Trail, Sprint, Mini-Trail)
• November 15, 6:00 AM – 9:00 AM at Sul, São Pedro do Sul (all races)
Participants limit: 1000 total participants
Registration deadline: November 8, 2026
Surface types: Mixed terrain including dirt, tree branches, stones, some asphalt, and cobblestone
Course format: Open-road system with marked trails and checkpoints; no road closures, athletes must follow traffic rules
Race routes:
• Ultra Trail: approx. 51 km with 4124 m elevation gain
• Trail: approx. 31 km with 2109 m elevation gain
• Trail Sprint: approx. 21 km with 1247 m elevation gain
• Mini-Trail/Walk: approx. 11 km with 487 m elevation gain
Timing method: Electronic chip timing with checkpoints and finish control
Toilets and aid station placement: Multiple aid stations on all routes offering water, juice, fruits, nuts, and snacks; athletes must bring their own drinking containers
Location
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Trail Run 51 km
Trail Run 31 km
Trail Run 21 km
Trail Run 11 km
Walking 11 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib number, insurance coverage, and boné (cap) SMUT
🏅 Finisher prize: medal for all finishers
⏱️ Timing + live results via electronic chip timing
🛟 Safety support: emergency assistance along the course, organization staff, and local emergency contacts
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident and liability insurance included
🥤 Aid stations: water, juice, fruits, nuts, and snacks at multiple points
🚿 Showers available at the finish area
🧖 Post-race meal: traditional meal (sopa da pedra) and drinks included
🏆 Trophies for overall and age group winners, and for team awards
