Messenger5th Vertical Elevador Sta Luzia
- Sun, June 7, 2026
- 5 € — 7 €
- 2 races
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Event summary
The V Vertical Elevador Sta Luzia is a national and regional vertical race taking place on June 7, 2026, in Viana do Castelo, Portugal. The race features a single ascending course of approximately 650 meters with a positive elevation gain of 160 meters, following the elevator rails from the station at Av. 25 Abril to the temple of Sta Luzia.
Open to participants aged 15 and older (younger athletes allowed if federated with FCMP), this event is part of the National Sky Sprint Trophy and the FCMP National Youth Championship. The race offers a challenging uphill sprint in a unique urban and natural setting, emphasizing respect for the environment and fair competition.
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Start/finish locations: Start at the Sta. Luzia elevator station on Av. 25 Abril, finish at the Sta. Luzia elevator station near the temple of Sta. Luzia, Viana do Castelo
Start times per category/distance: First participant starts at 09:00 on June 7, 2026; starts are staggered by one minute, with FCMP federated athletes starting first
Cut-off times: 15 minutes to complete the course
Bib pick-up time and location: June 7, 2026, from 08:00 to 08:45 at the competition start location
Participants limit: 100 runners maximum
Registration deadline: June 4, 2026, at 24:00
Surface types: Ascending course along elevator rails, urban and natural terrain
Course format: Single ascending course approximately 650 meters with 160 meters positive elevation
Race routes: From Sta. Luzia elevator station on Av. 25 Abril to the temple of Sta. Luzia elevator station
Timing method: Timing system by cyclonessports.com
Toilets and aid station placement: No intermediate aid stations; autonomous race with aid at finish
Prizes: Awards for top three male and female overall and multiple age categories; medals for finishers
Location
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Sky Running 0.65 km Federated FCMP
Sky Running 0.65 km Non Federated FCMP
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: personalized bib
🏅 Finisher prize: finisher/participation medal
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included
🥤 Aid stations: refreshment at the finish line
⏱️ Timing + live results by category via cyclonessports.com
