PT281 Ultramarathon

  • Horizontes
  • Thu, Jul 16 - Fri, Jun 19, 2026
  • Free
  • 1 race
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Event summary

PT281 Ultramarathon is one of the most extreme endurance challenges in Europe: 281 km, 66 hours, self-sufficient, guided only by GPS, crossing the vast and silent landscapes of Beira Baixa, Portugal.
Temperatures often exceed 40°C, isolation is real, and the race demands total physical and mental resilience.

More than a competition, PT281 is described by many athletes as a spiritual journey, where pushing limits, navigating loneliness, and managing survival become part of the experience. Whether you chase the finish line or the meaning behind it — this is a race that changes you.

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Distance: 281 km
Elevation Gain: ~6500 m D+
Format: Point-to-point race (Belmonte → Proença-a-Nova)
Navigation: GPS only (no course markings)
Self-Sufficiency: Mandatory — each athlete manages food, hydration, pace, and rest
Terrain: Exposed trails, rural landscapes, long isolated sections

Dates & Schedule:

  • Athlete Reception: 15 July 2026

  • Start: 16 July 2026, 18:00 (Belmonte)

  • Time Limit: 66 hours

  • Finish & Ceremony: 19 July 2026, 18:00 (Proença-a-Nova)

Course Environment:

  • Remote territory with minimal external contact

  • High thermal amplitude, with temperatures often exceeding 40ºC

  • Sections of complete isolation for several hours

Support & Assistance Rules:

  • External support is prohibited

  • Assistance allowed only at official Support Bases (BA)

  • Any unauthorized support results in disqualification

Mandatory Requirements:

  • GPS device with official track

  • Ability to progress autonomously

  • Mobile phone fully charged for safety communication


Belmonte

Benefits

🎽 Athlete bib + identification wristband

🛰️ Official GPX file for navigation

🥤 Base Stations with hydration + basic nutrition support

🚑 Medical and safety monitoring across the route

📡 4×4 safety teams in remote zones

🏁 Official Finisher Medal (for those who reach the finish line)

🎥 Professional photography & post-race documentation

🛡️ Sports insurance (according to national rules)


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