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ESTRELA GRANDE TRAIL 2027

Fri, May 7 - Sun, May 9, 2027
Free — 99 €
8 races
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Event summary

Estrela Grande Trail 2027 is a trail running event taking place from May 7 to May 9, 2027, in Manteigas, Portugal. The event features multiple distances including 85 km, 45 km, 35 km, 15 km, 6 km, a 3-day stage race of 65 km, a 15 km non-competitive walk, and a kids’ race.

The races are open to athletes aged 18 and above for most distances, with some shorter distances allowing younger participants with parental authorization. The event offers a challenging mountain terrain with significant elevation gains, such as 4500 m for the 85 km race, and is held in the central massif of the Serra da Estrela Natural Park, centered around Manteigas.

The event includes competitive and non-competitive formats, with a festive atmosphere and a variety of race options for different skill levels and ages, including a kids’ race and a non-competitive walk.

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Age categories/divisions:
• Estrela Grande Trail (85 km): 18+ years
• Estrela Orion Belt (45 km): 18+ years
• Estrela Taurus (35 km): 18+ years
• Uphill Fragão do Corvo (6 km): 18+ years or 16+ with parental authorization
• Estrela Ursa Minor (15 km): 10+ years
• Caminhada – Rota do Javali (15 km): 10+ years

Start/finish locations: Start and finish at the center of Vila da Manteigas, in front of the Câmara Municipal building, Rua 1º de Maio.

Start times per category/distance:
• May 7: Uphill Fragão do Corvo (6 km) and EGT Experience (stage race) starting from 18:00
• May 8: Estrela Grande Trail (85 km) at 06:00, Estrela Orion Belt (45 km) and EGT Experience at 08:30
• May 9: Estrela Taurus (35 km) at 08:00, Estrela Ursa Minor (15 km), EGT Experience and Caminhada – Rota do Javali at 09:00, EGT Kids at 09:15

Cut-off times:
• Estrela Grande Trail: 20 hours
• Estrela Orion Belt: 12 hours
• Estrela Taurus: 9 hours
• Estrela Ursa Minor and Caminhada – Rota do Javali: 5 hours
• Uphill Fragão do Corvo: 1 hour 30 minutes

Bib pick-up time and location:
• May 7: 16:00–20:00
• May 8: 05:00–08:00 and 17:00–20:00
• May 9: 06:30–09:00
• Location: EGT Arena

Participants limit:
• Estrela Grande Trail: 150
• Estrela Orion Belt: 650
• Estrela Taurus: 350
• Estrela Ursa Minor: 350
• Uphill Fragão do Corvo: 350
• Caminhada: 100

Surface types: Mountain trail terrain with significant elevation gain.

Course format: Single-stage races and a 3-day stage race (EGT Experience).

Race routes:
• Estrela Grande Trail: 85 km, 4500 m elevation gain
• Estrela Orion Belt: 45 km, 2400 m elevation gain
• Estrela Taurus: 35 km, 1500 m elevation gain
• Estrela Ursa Minor: 15 km, 800 m elevation gain
• Uphill Fragão do Corvo: 6 km, 700 m elevation gain
• EGT Experience (stage race): 65 km total, 3900 m elevation gain
• Caminhada – Rota do Javali: 15 km, 800 m elevation gain

Timing method: Chip timing with validation at control points.

Toilets and aid station placement:
• Aid stations with solids and liquids at multiple points along each route; no disposable cups or bottles provided, athletes must carry their own containers.

Prizes: Trophies awarded to top finishers by gender and age categories; finisher prizes include a technical T-shirt and memorabilia.

Cancellation & refund policy: No refunds are given for cancellations except for injury or illness with medical proof before March 14, 2027, when 50% of the registration fee is refunded. No refunds after this date. Registration transfers are not allowed. Cancellation requests must be sent by email with medical certification.

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Manteigas, Guarda