MessengerSTC ULTIMATE OBSTACLE CHALLENGE 2027
- Sun, April 4, 2027
- 19 € — 24 €
- 2 races
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Price increases in 60 days 05 hours 08 min
Event summary
The STC Ultimate Obstacle Challenge is an obstacle race taking place on April 4, 2027, in Santiago do Cacém, Portugal. The race covers approximately 8 km with over 30 natural and artificial obstacles, demanding physical endurance, strength, and skill.
Open to all participants aged 16 and older, the event offers individual and group registrations, including an Elite timed category limited to 170 athletes. The race route includes urban and natural settings around the historic city center, the Rio da Figueira Park, and the castle surroundings.
The atmosphere encourages teamwork and mutual support to overcome obstacles, with a spirit of challenge and camaraderie. Prizes are awarded by age groups and for the largest team.
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Age categories/divisions:
• M16|19 – F16|19
• M20|24 – F20|24
• M25|29 – F25|29
• M30|34 – F30|34
• M35|39 – F35|39
• M40|44 – F40|44
• M45|49 – F45|49
• M50|54 – F50|54
• M55|59 – F55|59
• M+60 – F+60
• General Male – General Female
• Largest team
Start/finish locations: Capela de São Pedro, Passeio das Romeirinhas, Santiago do Cacém
Start times per category/distance: Starts from 09:00 with groups departing every 15 minutes
Bib pick-up time and location: Dates, times, and location to be announced on the event’s Facebook page; team leaders may collect kits for their teams
Participants limit: 170 for Elite category
Surface types: Off-road paths with natural obstacles, urban and park areas
Course format: Approximately 8 km with over 30 natural and artificial obstacles
Race routes: Historic city center, Parque do Rio da Figueira, and castle surroundings
Timing method: Electronic chip timing for STC Elite category only
Toilets and aid station placement: Two aid stations, one mid-course and one at the finish; toilets and showers available at Pavilhão Municipal de Desportos
Drop bag policy: Bengaleiro (bag drop) available at event site; participants must keep their bib for identification
Prizes: Individual prizes by age group and largest team award
Cancellation & refund policy: The organization does not refund registration fees. Event cancellation due to external factors will be assessed and communicated within 30 days.
Location
get directionsRaces
STC ELITE 8 km
STC FUN 8 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: technical t-shirt, bib number, and various partner gifts
🏅 Finisher prize: awards for athletes who successfully complete the race
⏱️ Timing + live results for Elite category via electronic chip
🛟 Safety support: medical assistance and security plan along the course
🛡️ Insurance: mandatory sports insurance included in registration fee
🥤 Aid stations: two stations with hydration and nutrition during and after the race
🚿 Showers and changing rooms available at Pavilhão Municipal de Desportos
🧳 Drop-bag/gear storage available at the event site
🏆 Prizes awarded by age groups and for the largest team
