Terra de Gigantes

  • Horizontes Turismo Desportivo
  • Thu, Jan 15 - Sun, Jan 18, 2026
  • 750 
  • 1 race
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Event summary

The Terra de Gigantes Ultramarathon 2026 will be held from January 15–18, 2026, starting at 11:00 AM from Torre, Serra da Estrela — Portugal’s highest point — and finishing in Nazaré, home of the world’s biggest waves. Organized by Horizontes Turismo Desportivo and Associação Interior Convida, the race challenges athletes with an epic 303.8 km journey across Portugal, combining extreme distance, harsh winter conditions, and significant elevation gain.

The route traverses mountain ranges, historic villages, faith paths near Fátima, and remote schist and xisto trails, before culminating on the Atlantic coast. With 74 hours to complete the challenge and semi-self-sufficiency rules, this is a true test of endurance, courage, and resilience.

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Date & duration: January 15–18, 2026 (maximum 74h)

Start/finish: Start – Torre (Serra da Estrela) | Finish – Nazaré

Distance & profile:

  • 303.8 km | +11,222 m D+ | –12,105 m D-

  • Time limit: 74h

  • ITRA: 6 points | ATRP: Mountain Level 3

Eligibility: 20+ years | Medical certificate & waiver mandatory

Registration fees:

  • Until Apr 27, 2025: €540 (10% discount)

  • Apr 28–Jul 27: €600

  • Jul 28–Nov 30: €690

  • Dec 1–Dec 31: €750
    (Deadline: Dec 31, 2025)

Mandatory equipment: GPS device, ID, survival blanket, emergency bag, whistle, headlamp + rear light, phone with organization numbers.
Highly recommended: waterproof jacket/pants, thermal clothing, spare clothes, power bank, sleeping bag, sunscreen.

Aid stations & support:

  • Several support bases with food, liquids & rest areas (some with showers & hot meals)

  • Drop-bag service at all bases

  • Assistance limited to 2 crew members at bases (no external pacing, except last section)

Cut-offs: Set at each base (details in athlete’s guide) – leaving after closing = disqualification

Timing & tracking: Electronic timing + GPS live tracker (mandatory, €150 replacement fee if lost/damaged)

Prizes:

  • Finisher award for all within cut-off

  • Trophy for top 3 men & women overall


Serra da Estrela

Races

Ultra Marathon Terra de Gigantes 303 km

15 Jan, 2026
750 

Benefits

🎽 Athlete kit: official gift, bib, GPS tracker, drop-bags, insurance

🏅 Finisher award (for all who complete the challenge)

🥤 Aid stations: food, liquids & hot meals at bases

🛌 Rest areas & sleeping facilities at bases (some with showers)

🛡️ Medical teams & rescue support along the route

🧳 Drop-bag transport service across support bases

📡 GPS tracking for safety & live monitoring

🏆 Awards ceremony with trophies for top 3 men & women

🎉 Closing celebration for all finishers


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