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Event summary
The Madeira Swimrun is an annual swimrun race held on the island of Madeira, known as the “Pearl of the Atlantic.” This event offers a unique challenge combining swimming and running, with a course that starts offshore at Ponta de São Lourenço and finishes in the city of Machico.
The race features two main distances: the Standard with a total of 25.510 km (3.360 km swimming and 22.150 km running) and the Sprint with a total of 11.380 km (2.230 km swimming and 9.150 km running). Both formats include multiple transitions and significant elevation gain, challenging participants with diverse trails and sea crossings.
Open to all athletes, the race is organized locally by the Ludens Machico club with support from the Madeira Regional Triathlon Association. The event highlights Madeira’s stunning landscapes, mild climate, and the thrill of ocean and mountain terrain, creating a festive and adventurous atmosphere for participants from Portugal and abroad.
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Age categories/divisions: Open to all athletes (no license requirement mentioned)
Start/finish locations: Start offshore at Ponta de São Lourenço, finish in Machico city
Distances and formats:
• Standard: 25.510 km total (3.360 km swim, 22.150 km run), 5 swim/run transitions
• Sprint: 11.380 km total (2.230 km swim, 9.150 km run), 3 swim/run transitions
Elevation gain:
• Standard: 1,370 m
• Sprint: 582 m
Longest swim segment: 1,100 m
Longest run segment:
• Standard: 8,500 m
• Sprint: 4,500 m
Time limits:
• Standard: 6 hours
• Sprint: 4 hours
Location
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STANDARD 3.360m swimming + 22.150m running
Sprint 2.230m swimming + 9.150m running
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib number and event stickers
🏅 Finisher prize: medal
⏱️ Timing and live results by category
🛟 Safety support: local maritime and medical assistance
🥤 Aid stations: hydration and nutrition points
📸 Photography and video coverage
🧳 Drop-bag/gear transport
🏆 Awards for top finishers
