MessengerSão João da Vila Trail
- Sat, June 5, 2027
- 15 € — 30 €
- 4 races
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Price increases in 60 days 04 hours 42 min
Registered directly with the organizer
Event summary
The 7th Trail de São João da Vila is a trail running event taking place on June 5, 2027, in Vila Franca do Campo, São Miguel, Azores. It offers four races: Trail (35.9 km), Trail Sprint (20 km), Mini Trail (12 km), and a non-competitive walk (12 km), all finishing at Aquaparque dos Açores.
The event welcomes participants with different experience levels, including those new to trail running and families. The courses traverse rural paths, forest trails, and small asphalt sections, showcasing the natural beauty of the region.
The race features a festive atmosphere at the finish line with a celebration for athletes and walkers alike, emphasizing personal challenge, social interaction, and respect for nature.
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Age categories/divisions:
• M-Sub23 / F-Sub23 (18-22 years)
• M-Sen / F-Sen (23-34 years)
• M-35 / F-35 (35-39 years)
• M-40 / F-40 (40-44 years)
• M-45 / F-45 (45-49 years)
• M-50 / F-50 (50-54 years)
• M-55 / F-55 (55-59 years)
• M-60 / F-60 (60-64 years)
• M-65 / F-65 (65-69 years)
• M70+ / F70+ (70 years and older)
Start/finish locations: Starts at Praia Vinha d’Areia, Pestana Bahia Praia (Água D’Alto), Lagoa do Congro; finish at Aquaparque dos Açores (Vila Franca do Campo)
Start times per category/distance:
• TSJV Trail: 07:00
• TSJV Trail Sprint: 09:30
• TSJV Mini Trail / Caminhada: 10:30
Cut-off times:
• TSJV Trail: 8h00
• TSJV Trail Sprint: 5h30
• TSJV Mini Trail: 4h00
• Caminhada: 4h00
Participant limit:
• TSJV Trail: 100
• TSJV Trail Sprint: 230
• TSJV Mini Trail: 320
• Caminhada: 350
Surface types: Rural paths, forest trails, small asphalt sections
Course format: Linear courses with common finish point
Race routes:
• TSJV Trail: 35.9 km, +2181 m / -2176 m elevation
• TSJV Trail Sprint: 20 km, +694 m / -1110 m elevation
• TSJV Mini Trail: 12 km, +210 m / -660 m elevation
• Caminhada: 12 km, +210 m / -660 m elevation
Timing method: Electronic chip timing integrated in bib
Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations with liquids, solids, hot meals, personal support, and first aid at defined points along routes
Parking and shuttle details: Transfers provided to start locations
Prizes: Awards for top 3 overall and age categories; team awards; no monetary prizes
Cancellation & refund policy: Refunds are only available for participants who purchased optional registration insurance for 5€. The event may be canceled due to force majeure without refund unless insurance was acquired. Registration cancellations must be requested by email.
Location
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TSJV Trail 35.9 km
TSJV Trail Sprint 20 km
TSJV Mini Trail 12 km
Walking 12 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: personalized bib, official event t-shirt, participant kit with souvenirs
🏅 Finisher prize: official finisher prize
⏱️ Timing + live results by category via electronic chip timing
🛟 Safety support: first aid kits and personnel at aid stations
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident and liability insurance included
🥤 Aid stations: water, isotonic drinks, solids, hot meals at aid stations
🚿 Showers available at finish area
🚌 Transfers to start locations
🧖 Post-race meal with vegan option and open bar
