Ultra Trail do Marão

UTM Endurance 120K – everything unfolds in the breathtaking landscape of Marão (the gateway to a Wonderful Kingdom) and its foothills: Alvão, Aboboreira, Castelo de Matos, and Meia Via. These are rugged mountains of singular beauty, where crystal-clear streams flow between each section of the course, offering stunning natural landscapes and charming villages. Marão Vertical KM and Senhora da Serra are waiting for you! An adventure through imposing mountains that will challenge your physical strength – only the toughest will achieve victory.

This race will share the entire route with UTM Endurance from the very start. It will be an extremely challenging race with two tough initial climbs: up to Alto das Veias, followed by KM Vertical do Marão and Sra. da Serra. On the path to uncovering more secrets, you will traverse the very Heart of Marão. Do not underestimate the difficulty of this challenge, as Marão will leave its mark as one of the most exhausting races you have dared to take on. Be resilient! Let yourself fall in love with these enchanting trails!

TThis race begins in Teixeira, one of the guardian villages of the majestic Marão. The route ascends to the top of Seixinhos and from there to the unique settlement of Mafómedes, the most isolated village in the marvelous Marão. Do not underestimate the difficulty of this challenge, as Marão will leave its mark as one of the most exhausting races you have dared to take on. Be resilient! Let yourself fall in love with these enchanting trails!

This race begins in the heart of the beautiful village of Baião, nestled between the Aboboreira and Castelo de Matos mountain ranges – two magnificent mountains that together house Portugal's largest open-air megalithic museum. Baião is a land full of surprises, mysticism, and magic, making it a key destination for sustainable tourism. From here, you will ascend to the Aboboreira plateau, running along trails with breathtaking landscapes before descending to Aldeia Velha. You will traverse ancient paths, lush forests, and the stunning Goiva waterfalls. An excellent opportunity for those seeking a shorter distance, while still experiencing the true essence of the Marão mountain range. Let yourself be enchanted!

This race starts in the heart of the Aboboreira mountain range, which, due to its many granite outcrops, is home to one of the most impressive examples of Portuguese megalithism. Starting from Aldeia Velha, which still maintains its strong rural character today, you will run through ancient trails, lush forests, and alongside the beautiful Goiva waterfalls. An excellent opportunity for those seeking a short distance, while preserving the authentic identity of the Marão mountain range. Let yourself be enchanted! Let yourself be enchanted!