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Event summary
The Ultra Gravel Running Santa Cruz 2026 is a gravel running event taking place on July 18, 2026, in Santa Cruz, Torres Vedras. It offers three circular distances of 42 km, 22 km, and 14 km, all starting and finishing in Santa Cruz.
The race is open to individuals aged 18 and over for the 42 km and 22 km distances, and to those aged 16 and over for the 14 km distance, with no license required. The courses feature mixed terrain of trails and dirt roads with positive elevation gains of approximately 700 m, 400 m, and 200 m respectively. The event emphasizes safety and environmental responsibility, with marked routes and mandatory equipment.
The atmosphere is competitive yet inclusive, with individual and team participation allowed, multiple age categories, and podium trophies for top finishers. The race starts in the evening at 18:30, with time limits set for each distance.
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Start/finish locations: Circular courses with start and finish in Santa Cruz (location to be defined)
Start times per category/distance:
• 42 km: 18:30
• 22 km: 18:30
• 14 km: 18:30
Cut-off times:
• 42 km: 6 hours (time limit at 22 km: 3 hours)
• 22 km: 4 hours
• 14 km: 3 hours
Age categories/divisions:
• Male: Sub 18 (16-17), Sub 23 (18-22), Seniors (23-39), M40 (40-44), M45 (45-49), M50 (50-54), M55 (55-59), M60 (60+)
• Female: Sub 18 (16-17), Sub 23 (18-22), Seniors (23-39), F40 (40-44), F45 (45-49), F50 (50-54), F55 (55-59), F60 (60+)
Bib pick-up time and location: July 18, 2026, from 15:30 to 18:00 at location to be defined
Surface types: Mixed trails and dirt roads
Course format: Circular courses marked with reflective tape and arrows at direction changes
Race routes:
• 42 km with approx. 700 m positive elevation
• 22 km with approx. 400 m positive elevation
• 14 km with approx. 200 m positive elevation
Timing method: Control points with passage registration on bibs
Toilets and aid station placement:
• 42 km: 4 aid stations
• 22 km: 2 aid stations
• 14 km: 1 aid station
Prizes: Trophies for top 3 overall male and female, medals for category podiums, trophy for team with most registered athletes
Cancellation & refund policy: No refunds of registration fees will be made in case of withdrawal or event cancellation by public security authorities. The event may be rescheduled to a new date.
Location
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Ultra Gravel Running 42 km
Gravel Running 22 km
Gravel Running 14 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib number
🏅 Finisher prize: arrival prize for all participants
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included
🥤 Aid stations: liquid and solid refreshments at aid stations on 14 km, 22 km, and 42 km courses
📸 Participant photos
