MessengerUltra Trail Serra da Freita 2027
- Sat, Jun 26, 2027 - Sat, Jun 27, 2026
- 18 € — 160 €
- 6 races
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Event summary
The Ultra Trail Serra da Freita 2027 is a trail running event taking place on June 26-27, 2027, in Arouca, Portugal. It features multiple race distances including a 100 km elite trail, a 100 km team relay, a 65 km ultra trail, a 31 km trail, a 19 km mini-trail, and a 12 km non-competitive walk.
The event is open to participants aged 10 and above depending on the race, with competitive races requiring a minimum age of 15 or 18. It is part of the ATRP National Circuit and offers ITRA and UTMB points for several distances. The courses traverse diverse terrain including trails, levadas, rivers, forest roads, and public roads, with significant elevation gains up to 6900 meters.
The race atmosphere combines competitive spirit with community engagement, including an ExpoTrail and team relay options. The event is supported by local organizations and offers a full program of races and activities for various levels and ages.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Elite Trail 100km, 100km Teams, Ultra 65km, Trail 31km, Mini-Trail 19km, Walk 12km
• Minimum ages: 18 years for 100km and 65km races, 15 years for 19km, 10 years for 12km walk (children 10-14 must be accompanied by an adult)
Start/finish locations: Start at Praça Brandão de Vasconcelos, finish at Escola Secundária de Arouca
Start times per category/distance:
• Elite 100km individual and teams, Ultra 65km: 6:00
• Trail 31km: 8:00
• Mini-Trail 19km: 9:00
• Walk 12km: 9:15
Cut-off times:
• Elite 100km and Teams: 29 hours
• Ultra 65km: 29 hours
• Trail 31km: 9 hours
• Mini-Trail 19km: 6 hours
Bib pick-up time and location: June 25, 15:00–23:00 and June 26, 5:00–8:45 at Pavilhão Desportivo da Escola Secundária de Arouca
Participants limit:
• Elite Trail 100km – 250
• Ultra 65km – 250
• Trail 31km – 500
• Mini-Trail 19km – 400
• Walk 12km – 150
Surface types: Trails, levadas, rivers, forest roads, public roads
Course format: Point-to-point with marked routes using orange tape and signs
Race routes:
• Elite 100km: approx. 101 km, 6900 m elevation gain
• Teams 100km: same as Elite 100km
• Ultra 65km: approx. 66 km, 4200 m elevation gain
• Trail 31km: approx. 31 km, 1700 m elevation gain
• Mini-Trail 19km: approx. 19 km, 1040 m elevation gain
• Walk 12km: approx. 12 km
Timing method: Electronic chip timing with control points along the course
Toilets and aid station placement:
• Multiple aid stations with solid and liquid supplies on all race routes
• No disposable cups or utensils provided
Drop bag policy: Drop bags accepted for Elite 100km at 5:30 at Póvoa das Leiras, transported to finish, must be collected by 10:00 on June 28 or sent at athlete’s expense
Prizes: Podium prizes for top 3 teams in all four competitive races; individual age category prizes; finisher prizes; winners receive free entry for 2028 event
Cancellation & refund policy: The organization may delay the start by up to two hours and cancel the event if safety conditions are not met. Cancellation can also occur by decree of civil protection or other authorities. No refunds will be given in case of cancellation.
Location
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Ultra Trail 101 km
Ultra Trail 66 km
Trail Run 31 km
Trail Run 19 km
Trail Run 12 km
Ultra Trail 101 km Teams
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: race bib, technical t-shirt
🏅 Finisher prize: medal and finisher prize
⏱️ Electronic chip timing with control points
🛟 Medical assistance with first aid kits and nurses at aid stations
🛡️ Included sports insurance for personal accidents
🥤 Aid stations with solid and liquid nutrition at multiple points
🚿 Showers available at finish
🏆 Podium prizes for top finishers and teams
🍽️ Final meal provided for 100km and 65km finishers
