MessengerAbutres SkyRace®
Event summary
The Abutres SkyRace returns on September 13–14, 2025, in Miranda do Corvo, central Portugal, organized by Associação Abutrica. This mountain running event features five distinct challenges: the Kids Vertical, the 4.5 km VerticalRace, the 12 km and 25 km SkyRaces, and a non-competitive 10 km walk.
With trails crossing forests, rivers, and mountainous terrain, athletes face technical courses, elevation gains, and rugged beauty typical of skyrunning. The event is part of the national Skyrunning calendar and attracts elite and amateur runners alike. Complete support, secure aid stations, and detailed course marking ensure a top-tier trail experience.
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Date & location:
13–14 September 2025 – Quinta da Paiva and Serra da Lousã, Miranda do Corvo
Distances:
• VerticalRace – 4.5 km
• SkyRace® – 12 km
• SkyRace® – 25 km
• Walk – 10 km
• Kids Vertical – Distance TBA
Start times:
• 13 September: 09:30 – VerticalRace | 11:30 – Kids Vertical
• 14 September: 08:30 – SkyRace® 25 km | 09:30 – SkyRace® 12 km & Walk
Bib pick‑up time and location:
• 12 September: 18:00–22:00 – Quinta da Paiva
• 13 September: 07:00–08:45 & 19:00–21:30 – Quinta da Paiva
• 14 September: 07:00–09:30 – Quinta da Paiva
Registration deadline:
3 September 2025 – via stopandgo.net
Participation limits:
• VerticalRace: 150
• SkyRace® 12 km: 300
• SkyRace® 25 km: 300
• Walk: 150
• Kids Vertical: 50
Entry fees (1st phase):
€12–€25 depending on race – discounted ECO and FCMP prices available
Timing method:
Chip timing by STOPANDGO
Cut‑off times:
• VerticalRace: 2h
• SkyRace® 12 km: 4h30
• SkyRace® 25 km: 6h30
• Walk: 4h30
Age categories/divisions:
From 15+ to 60+ – full listing by gender and age
Course format:
Mountain trails, forest paths, streams – marked with tape and signs
Surface types:
Mixed terrain with varying elevation profiles
Control points:
Mandatory checkpoints – missing one leads to disqualification
Aid stations:
To be announced on the event website
Mandatory gear:
Jacket, space blanket, phone, whistle, minimum 0.5 L water
Insurance:
Personal accident and civil liability included
Toilets/showers:
Showers available at the venue
Spectators:
Welcome at Quinta da Paiva and key checkpoints
Material control:
Mandatory gear checks during the event
Safety notes:
Open road segments; volunteers at crossings
Disqualification reasons:
Shortcutting, bib misplacement, missing mandatory gear, unsportsmanlike conduct
Location
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Kids Race
Walking 10 km
Trail Run 12 km
Trail Run 25 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: race bib, official gift, race t-shirt (if available), sponsor goodies
🏅 Finisher prize for all who complete their event
⏱️ Chip timing and full classification by gender, age, and category
🛟 Trail safety and assistance from certified volunteers and medics
🛡️ Personal accident and civil liability insurance
🥤 Aid stations with food and liquids (BYO cup or flask required)
🚿 Showers at finish venue
📸 Athletes agree to image use for event promotion
🏆 Prizes for top 3 overall + by age group in each timed race; team trophies
