MessengerEcotur Skymarathon Porto Moniz
Event summary
The Ecotur Skymarathon Porto Moniz is a mountain running event taking place on August 30, 2026, in Porto Moniz, Madeira. It features three competitive races: a 43 km Skymarathon with 2800 m elevation gain, a 22 km Skyrace with 1300 m elevation gain, and a 10 km Mini race with 300 m elevation gain.
The races are open to participants aged 18 and over for the 43 km and 22 km distances, and from 15 years old for the 10 km race. The event challenges runners with mountainous terrain, including steep ascents and descents, rocky paths, levadas, and open areas with low vegetation, offering a demanding and scenic trail running experience.
The event is organized by the Clube Desportivo e Cultural do Porto Moniz with support from local municipalities and parishes, and includes well-marked courses, multiple aid stations with liquids and solids, and a strict safety and environmental conduct policy. Prize ceremonies are held for top finishers and teams.
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Start/finish locations:
• Skymarathon 43km: Start at Praia da Laje (Seixal), finish at Câmara Municipal do Porto Moniz
• Skyrace 22km: Start at Miradouro da Ribeira da Janela, finish at Câmara Municipal do Porto Moniz
• Sky Mini 10km: Start at Lagoa dos Lamaceiros, finish at Câmara Municipal do Porto Moniz
Start times per category/distance:
• Skymarathon 43km: 06:00
• Skyrace 22km: 08:00
• Sky Mini 10km: 09:00
Cut-off times:
• Skymarathon 43km: 12 hours (finish by 18:00), CP2 closes at 13:00
• Skyrace 22km: 6 hours (finish by 14:00)
• Sky Mini 10km: 4 hours (finish by 14:00)
Bib pick-up time and location:
• August 28, 14:00–21:00 at Decathlon
• August 29, 16:00–18:00 at Aquário da Madeira, Porto Moniz
Participants limit: 500 total participants across all distances
Registration deadline: August 15, 2026, 23:59
Surface types: Mountain terrain including rocky paths, levadas, dirt, grass, and real trails with steep ascents and descents
Course format: Single-stage mountain trail races with marked routes
Race routes:
• Skymarathon 43km: From Praia da Laje through Seixal, Fanal, Ribeira da Janela, Porto Moniz, Achadas da Cruz, finishing at Câmara Municipal do Porto Moniz
• Skyrace 22km: From Miradouro da Ribeira da Janela through Ribeira da Janela, Porto Moniz, Achadas da Cruz, finishing at Câmara Municipal do Porto Moniz
• Sky Mini 10km: From Lagoa dos Lamaceiros through Porto Moniz area, finishing at Câmara Municipal do Porto Moniz
Timing method: Electronic chip timing provided by Clube Montanha do Funchal
Toilets and aid station placement:
• Multiple aid stations with liquids and solids at specified kilometers on each course
Parking and shuttle details:
• Transport provided from event base to start lines on race day
Prizes:
• Monetary prizes for top 3 overall male and female finishers in Skymarathon 43km
• Awards for top 3 in each age category and general classification for all races
• Team awards for top 3 male and female teams based on combined times
Location
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Skymarathon
Skyrace
Sky Mini
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib number
🏅 Finisher prize: included lunch
⏱️ Electronic chip timing with manual backup
🛟 Safety support: medical assistance with doctor, nurse, ambulance, and emergency contact provided on bib
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included for all participants
🥤 Aid stations: four or more stations per race with liquids and solid food
🚿 Showers available at pavilion after race
🧳 Transport from nearest accessible point to finish for abandoned participants
🏆 Monetary prizes for top finishers and awards for teams