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Event summary
The Azores Bravos Trail 2026 is a competitive trail-running event taking place on October 3, 2026, on Terceira Island in the Azores, Portugal. It features five linear, non-stop races with distances of 100.1 km, 51.8 km, 35.2 km, 15.5 km, and a 10 km walk.
The event is open to participants aged 12 and above depending on the race, with minimum ages of 12 for the walk, 16 for the 15.5 km race, and 20 for the longer distances. It is part of the Terceira Island Trail Running Circuit, scoring for the National League of the International Trail Running Association and the UTMB INDEX.
The courses traverse mountainous, muddy, and challenging terrain with significant elevation gains and losses, crossing public roads and private properties, requiring physical and mental endurance. The race atmosphere emphasizes fair play, respect for nature, and participant responsibility.
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Age categories/divisions:
• AzBT®_15: Juvenis (16-17), Juniores (18-19), Sub-23 (20-22), Seniores (23-34), Vet. M35/F35 (35-39), Vet. M40/F40 (40-44), Vet. M45/F45 (45-49), Vet. M50/F50 (50-54), Vet. M55/F55 (55-59), Vet. M60/F60 (60-64), Vet. M65/F65 (65-69), Vet. M70+/F70+ (70+)
• AzBT®_100, AzBT®_50, AzBT®_35: Sub-23 (20-22), Seniores (23-34), Vet. M35/F35 (35-39), Vet. M40/F40 (40-44), Vet. M45/F45 (45-49), Vet. M50/F50 (50-54), Vet. M55/F55 (55-59), Vet. M60/F60 (60-64), Vet. M65/F65 (65-69), Vet. M70+/F70+ (70+)
Start/finish locations:
• AzBT®_100: Start at Miradouro do Facho – Praia da Vitória
• AzBT®_50: Start at Rua da Igreja – Agualva
• AzBT®_35: Start at Zona Balnear – Biscoitos
• AzBT®_15 and AzBT®_C: Start at Largo do Terreiro – Posto Santo
Start times per category/distance:
• AzBT®_100: 00:00
• AzBT®_50: 08:00
• AzBT®_35: 10:00
• AzBT®_15: 11:30
• AzBT®_C: 11:45
Cut-off times:
• AzBT®_100: 22h00
• AzBT®_50: 10h00
• AzBT®_35: 8h00
• AzBT®_15: 3h00
• AzBT®_C: 4h00
Bib pick-up time and location: October 2 and 3, 2026, from 14h00 to 20h00 at a location to be confirmed
Participants limit: Approximately 900 total across all five races
Registration deadline: August 31, 2026
Surface types: Trails, forest roads (unpaved), asphalt sections, public roads
Course format: Linear, non-stop
Race routes: Detailed GPX and KML tracks provided; courses cross public roads and private properties; marked with ribbons, flags, and signs
Timing method: Electronic chip timing with manual and electronic controls at checkpoints
Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations at checkpoints providing food and drinks; water and isotonic drinks for refilling hydration packs
Parking and shuttle details: Shuttle transport available from Angra do Heroísmo and Praia da Vitória to start locations (optional, requested at registration)
Drop bag policy: Drop bags provided for AzBT®_100 at PAC 6 and finish; for other races, bags delivered directly to finish area
Prizes: Trophies for top 3 male and female overall and age categories; trophies for top 3 teams; no monetary prizes
Location
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Trail Run 101,1 km
Trail Run 51,8 km
Trail Run 35,2 km
Trail Run 15,5 km
Walking 10 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: personalized bib with integrated chip, event gift, participant bag
🏅 Finisher prize: awarded to those who complete their registered race
⏱️ Electronic timing with chip and manual controls at checkpoints
🛟 Safety support: first aid kits at aid stations, medical staff decisions enforced for participant health
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident and civil liability insurance during the event
🥤 Aid stations: food and drinks for consumption on site, water and isotonic drinks for refills
🧳 Drop-bag transport for AzBT®_100 and direct delivery for other races
🚌 Shuttle transport from main towns to start locations (optional, requested at registration)
🏆 Trophies for top finishers and teams, no monetary prizes
