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Event summary
The UTG – Ultra Trilhos da Gardunha 2025 is a trail running event taking place on October 24 and 25, 2025, in the Serra da Gardunha region, specifically in Louriçal do Campo, Castelo Branco, Portugal. The event features multiple race distances: Ultra Trail (50 km), Trail Longo (32 km), Trail Sprint (18 km), Mini Trail (12 km), as well as a walking event (12 km).
The race is open to all runners meeting the minimum age requirements (from 12 years old for walking and from 16 to 20 years for the various running distances). It is organized by the ABCansado Trail team and the Associação do Bairro do Cansado de Castelo Branco. Participants will experience a course through forest roads, Roman paths, levadas, streams, historic areas, and villages, offering a unique mix of natural and cultural landscapes. The atmosphere is competitive yet inclusive, with team awards and trophies for various categories, making it attractive for both individual competitors and teams.
The event includes a full support structure with multiple aid stations offering water, isotonic drinks, and solid foods such as bananas, nuts, and energy bars. There is also a walking event for those who prefer a less demanding participation, creating a family-friendly environment alongside the competitive races.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Ultra Trail 50 km: 20 years and older
• Trail Longo 32 km: 20 years and older
• Trail Sprint 18 km: 18 years and older
• Mini Trail 12 km: 16 years and older
• Caminhada 12 km: 12 years and older (younger if accompanied)
Start/finish locations: Centro de Animação Social e Cultural de Louriçal do Campo, Castelo Branco
Start times per category/distance:
• Ultra Trail 50 km: 08:00
• Trail Longo 32 km: 08:30
• Trail Sprint 18 km: 09:00
• Mini Trail 12 km: 09:15
• Caminhada 12 km: 09:30
Cut-off times:
• Ultra Trail 50 km: 12 hours
• Trail Longo 32 km: 7 hours
• Trail Sprint 18 km: 4 hours
Bib pick-up time and location:
• October 24, 19:30-22:00 at Fórum Castelo Branco
• October 25, 06:30-09:15 at Largo Egas Moniz, Louriçal do Campo
Participants limit:
• Ultra Trail: 250
• Trail Longo: 350
• Trail Sprint: 300
• Mini Trail: 100
• Caminhada: 200
Registration deadline: October 15, 2025 at 23:59
Surface types: Forest roads, trails, Roman paths, levadas, village streets
Course format: Circular loop courses for each race
Race routes: Mostly forest and trail paths crossing multiple parishes: Louriçal do Campo, Castelo Novo, Souto da Casa, and São Vicente da Beira
Timing method: Electronic chip integrated in bib with mat timing at control points
Toilets and aid station placement:
• Toilets available at start/finish and aid stations
• Aid stations provide water, isotonic drinks, solid foods including banana, nuts, energy bars, cheese, ham, bread, and chocolate
Prizes: Trophies for top 3 overall and category winners for men and women; team trophies for top 3 mixed teams; special mention for the largest team
Location
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Trail Run 50 km
Trail Run 32 km
Trail Run 18 km
Trail Run 12 km
Walking 12 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: personalized bib with integrated chip, t-shirt
🏅 Finisher prize: finisher award for those completing within time limits
⏱️ Timing + live results via electronic chip timing at control points
🛟 Safety support: aid stations with hydration and solid foods, medical support
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included
🥤 Aid stations: water, isotonic drinks, bananas, nuts, energy bars, and other solid foods
🚿 Showers and changing rooms available at designated locations
🧖 Post-race massage at finish line
🏆 Trophies for individual and team classifications
