12th ESTRELAÇOR ULTRA ENDURANCE

  • Fri, Oct 2 - Sat, Oct 3, 2026
  • 12 74 
  • 10 races
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Event summary

The XII EstrelAçor Trail Ultra Endurance is a trail running event taking place on October 2 and 3, 2026, in the Serra da Estrela and Serra do Açor regions, starting from Penhas da Saúde, Covilhã, Portugal. It features four competitive races of 100 km, 48 km, 32 km, and 16 km, plus a non-competitive 16 km walking event.

Participants must be at least 20 years old for the 100 km, 48 km, and 32 km races, while the 16 km sprint allows juniors aged 18 and 19. The event is limited to 500 athletes and includes challenging courses with significant elevation gains, classified by ITRA points. The race offers a unique ultra endurance experience across two mountain ranges with marked trails and aid stations.

The atmosphere is competitive and demanding, with electronic timing and strict control points. Awards are given to top finishers by gender, age categories, and teams, with prizes for all finishers. The event emphasizes environmental respect and safety, supported by local authorities and medical teams.

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Age categories/divisions:
• Juniors (18-19 years) – only for 16 km sprint
• Sub-23 (20-22 years)
• Seniors (23-34 years)
• Veterans M35/F35 (35-39 years)
• Veterans M40/F40 (40-44 years)
• Veterans M45/F45 (45-49 years)
• Veterans M50/F50 (50-54 years)
• Veterans M55/F55 (55-59 years)
• Veterans M60/F60 (60-64 years)
• Veterans M65/F65 (65-69 years)
• Veterans M70/F70 (70+ years)

Start/finish locations: All races start at Penhas da Saúde in front of Hotel Luna Serra da Estrela

Start times per category/distance:
• 100 km: October 2, 2026, at 20:00
• 48 km: October 3, 2026, at 08:00
• 32 km: October 3, 2026, at 08:30
• 16 km (running and walking): October 3, 2026, at 09:00

Cut-off times:
• 100 km: 25.15 hours
• 48 km: 11 hours
• 32 km: 8.15 hours

Participant limit: 500 athletes total

Registration deadline: September 27, 2026, or until participant limit is reached

Surface types: Mountain trails in Serra da Estrela and Serra do Açor with marked paths

Course format: Trail running with marked routes and control points

Race routes:
• EstrelAçor 100 km: 100 km with 4162 m positive elevation
• Estrela 48 km: 48 km with 1967 m positive elevation
• Estrela 32 km: 32 km with 1328 m positive elevation
• Estrela 16 km: 16 km with 569 m positive elevation

Timing method: Electronic timing system (MyLaps) with chip integrated in bib

Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations with liquids and solids at predefined locations; base of life for 100 km at Teixeira village

Drop bag policy: Drop bags provided for 100 km participants at base of life

Prizes: Trophies for top 3 male and female finishers overall and by age categories; team trophies; finisher prizes for all participants


Covilhã, Castelo Branco

Races

Ultra Trail 100 km with T-shirt

03 Oct, 2026
20:00
74 

Ultra Trail 48 km with T-shirt

03 Oct, 2026
8:00
42 

Trail Run 32 km with T-shirt

03 Oct, 2026
8:30
27 

Trail Run 16 km with T-shirt

03 Oct, 2026
9:00
19 

Walk 16 km with T-shirt

03 Oct, 2026
9:00
16 

Benefits

🎽 Athlete kit: personalized bib with integrated timing chip
🏅 Finisher prize: official event memorabilia and finisher prize
⏱️ Timing + live results via electronic chip system (MyLaps)
🛟 Safety support: organization and GNR Mountain Police, multiple fire brigade units, medical support
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance provided by Victoria Seguros
🥤 Aid stations: liquid and solid supplies at several points along the course
🚿 Showers available at Hotel Luna
🧳 Drop-bag service for 100 km participants at base of life
🏆 Podium awards for top finishers by gender, age group, and teams


FAQ

How do I register for the event?

Registration is done exclusively through the online platform https://www.omdceventos.com. After registration, payment must be made within 72 hours via Multibanco reference.

What are the age requirements for participation?

Participants must be at least 20 years old for the 100 km, 48 km, and 32 km races. The 16 km sprint allows juniors aged 18 and 19.

What are the start times for the races?

The 100 km race starts at 20:00 on October 2, 2026. The 48 km starts at 08:00, the 32 km at 08:30, and the 16 km running and walking races at 09:00 on October 3, 2026.

Is there a time limit to complete the races?

Yes, the 100 km race has a 25.15-hour limit, the 48 km 11 hours, and the 32 km 8.15 hours. The 16 km running race has no specified time limit.

What mandatory equipment is required?

Participants must carry mandatory equipment including a charged mobile phone, thermal blanket, whistle, and cup or similar as no cups are provided by the organization.

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