Elite Quebra Costas International
The Elite Quebra Costas Internacional is a resistance race taking place on March 21, 2026, in Coimbra, Portugal. The race consists of a challenging 500-meter uphill course from Arco da Almedina to the University, featuring a positive elevation gain of approximately 113 meters and an average gradient of about 14.1%.
Participants must wear full urban personal protective equipment (PPE) and aim to complete the course in the shortest possible time. The event is limited to the first 700 registered athletes and includes various veteran and senior categories.




