MessengerLand of Giants 2027
- Thu, Jan 14 - Sun, Jan 17, 2027
- 580 €
- 1 race
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Registration closes in 63 days 06 hours 12 min
Registered directly with the organizer
Event summary
Terra de Gigantes 2027 is an endurance trail running event taking place from January 14 to 17, 2027, starting at Torre da Serra da Estrela in Portugal. The race covers a total distance of 303.8 km with 11,123 meters of elevation gain, to be completed within a 74-hour time limit in a non-stop format.
The event is open to individual athletes aged 20 or older, with recommended prior experience in long-distance races of 100 km or more and GPS navigation skills. Participants compete in semi-self-sufficiency, traversing diverse natural landscapes including Serra da Estrela, Aldeias do Xisto, Aldeias Históricas, Serra do Açor, Caminhos de Fé, and finishing at Nazaré.
The race features mandatory equipment requirements and strict rules on external assistance, with a challenging winter setting that may include low temperatures and snow. The event offers a unique test of endurance, navigation, and resilience in a spectacular and varied terrain.
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Start/finish locations: Start at Torre da Serra da Estrela
Participant limit: 100 base spots (75 public + 25 reserved for finishers), up to 120 maximum with extra spots
Registration deadline: December 31, 2026
Timing method: Electronic timing system with control devices at checkpoints
Bib pick-up time and location: Bibs delivered individually upon presentation of photo ID
Race routes: 303.8 km, 11,123 m elevation gain, semi-autonomous, GPS navigation required, route includes trails, forest roads, asphalt, crosses Serra da Estrela, Aldeias do Xisto, Aldeias Históricas, Serra do Açor, Caminhos de Fé, finishes at Nazaré
Surface types: Trails, forest roads (unpaved), long asphalt sections
Toilets and aid station placement: Mandatory aid stations (bases) with food and liquid supplies; missing a base leads to disqualification
Drop bag policy: Drop bags provided for all bases; bags delivered only on the last day; only delivered upon presentation of bib
Parking and shuttle details: Transfer service from Seia to Torre (start location)
Prizes: Finisher prize for all finishers; awards for top 3 men and women; no monetary prizes; no postal delivery of trophies or medals
Cancellation & refund policy: Refunds are available up to December 1, 2026, with 60% refund until June 30, 2026, 30% refund until November 30, 2026, and no refunds thereafter. No transfers to other editions or events are allowed.
Location
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Land of Giants 303.8 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: official event gift, bib, drop bags for all bases
🏅 Finisher prize: finisher award
🛟 Safety support: medical protection and rescue team along the course
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident and liability insurance included in registration fee
🥤 Aid stations: liquid and solid supplies at all support bases
🚌 Transport between zones: transfer from Seia to Torre at start
🎉 Celebration party at finish
