
BETCLIC Challenge Up 2025 –Forte São Vicente, Torres Vedras
Event summary
The BETCLIC Challenge Up Forte de São Vicente is a unique uphill running event taking place on October 11, 2025, in Torres Vedras, Portugal. This intense race covers a steep 420-meter ascent with a maximum gradient of 48%, challenging athletes to push their limits against the clock.
Open to all athletes regardless of age or nationality, the event features a competitive format with multiple rounds including qualifying heats, semi-finals, and finals, divided into male and female leagues based on performance times. The race atmosphere is intense and focused, emphasizing personal achievement and racing strategy.
The course ascends between historic walls to the Forte de São Vicente, offering participants not only a physical challenge but also a scenic and historic backdrop. The event’s structured heats and finals format creates a dynamic and competitive environment, making it a standout uphill race experience.
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Start times per category/distance: 10:00 – 1st start (All athletes, qualifying); 10:45 – 2nd start (Eliminatory); 11:15 – 3rd start (Semi-final); 11:45 – 4th start (Final)
Bib pick-up time and location:
• October 10, 10:00–18:30 at Xistarca, Calçada da Tapada, 71A, Lisbon
• October 11, 08:30–09:30 at the start location (Parque do Choupal)
Start/finish locations: Start at Parque do Choupal, finish at Forte de São Vicente, Torres Vedras
Age categories/divisions:
• Male Leagues: 1st League – ≤ 00:02:29; 2nd League – ≥ 00:02:30
• Female Leagues: 1st League – ≤ 00:03:14; 2nd League – ≥ 00:03:15
Cut-off times: Event duration maximum 2 hours
Registration deadline: October 9, 2025
Surface types: Asphalted uphill course with maximum 48% gradient
Course format: Point-to-point uphill course, 420 meters
Timing method: Electronic chip timing with official dorsal and chip mandatory
Location
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SKYRUNNING 420 m
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib with chip, technical t-shirt, finisher medal, and sponsor offers
🏅 Finisher prize: medal and downloadable participation diploma
⏱️ Timing + live results by category with electronic chip system
🛟 Safety support: medical assistance available during event, police traffic control
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included for participants
🥤 Aid stations: liquid refreshments at the finish line