Os Açores é um arquipélago português localizado no Meio do Oceano Atlântico Norte. Ele é formado por 9 Ilhas Vulcânicas com paisagens exuberantes e ótimas condições para a prática de desporto na natureza.
É nos Açores que se encontra a maior montanha de Portugal, a Ilha do Pico, com 2.351 m. Se medido desde a sua base no fundo do oceano até os seus picos, que se projetam muito acima da superfície do Atlântico, o Pico é na verdade uma das montanhas mais altas do planeta.
O clima dos Açores é temperado, com temperaturas médias de 13 ° C no inverno e 24 ° C no verão. A corrente do Golfo relativamente próxima mantém a água do mar a uma temperatura média entre 17 ° C e 23 ° C. O ar é úmido, com uma umidade relativa média de cerca de 75%.
The Azores is a Portuguese archipelago located in the middle of the North Atlantic Ocean. It is formed by 9 Volcanic Islands with exuberant landscapes and excellent conditions for the practice of sport in nature.
It is in the Azores that you can find the largest mountain in Portugal, the Pico Island, with 2,351m. If measured from its base at the bottom of the ocean to its peaks, which project far above the surface of the Atlantic, Pico is actually one of the highest mountains on the planet.
The climate of the Azores is temperate, with average temperatures of 13° C in winter and 24° C in summer. The relatively close Gulf Stream keeps the sea water at an average temperature between 17 ° C and 23° C. The air is humid, with an average relative humidity of about 75%.
AS 9 ILHAS DOS AÇORES
THE 9 ISLANDS OF AZORES
São Miguel
Santa Maria
Terceira
Faial
Pico
São Jorge
Graciosa
Flores
Corvo
COMO CHEGAR
É possível chegar em qualquer Ilha dos Açores de avião a partir de Lisboa e das 2 principais Ilhas do Arquipélago: São Miguel e Terceira.
Lisboa recebe voos do mundo inteiro enquanto em na Ilha de São Miguel e na Ilha Terceira chegam voos dos Estados Unidos, Canadá, Espanha, Cabo Verde e Outros países da Europa.
A companhia aérea que voa entre as Ilhas ou de Lisboa para as Ilhas é a Azores Airlines.
Entre as 3 Ilhas do Triângulo Açoriano, Pico, São Jorge e Faial, é possível viajar de barco o ano todo pela Atlântico Line. Durante o verão há viagens de barco entre todas ilhas.
IMPORTANTE: durante os eventos do Azores Trail Run®, a procura por viagens é elevada e as passagens aéreas podem se esgotar ou aumentar muito de preço. Recomendamos reserva antecipada e que te informes sobre os pacotes de viagem disponíveis para cada prova.
It is possible to reach any island in the Azores by plane from Lisbon and the 2 main islands of the Archipelago: São Miguel and Terceira.
Lisbon receives flights from all over the world while on São Miguel Island and Terceira Island flights arrive from the United States, Canada, Spain, Cape Verde and other European countries.
The airline that flies between the Islands or from Lisbon to the Islands is Azores Airlines.
Between the 3 Islands of the Azorean Triangle, Pico, São Jorge and Faial, it is possible to travel by boat all year round on the Atlântico Line. During the summer there are boat trips between all the islands.
IMPORTANT: during the events of Azores Trail Run®, the demand for travel is high and air tickets can be sold out or increase in price. We recommend booking in advance and informing you about the travel packages available for each event.
AEROPORTOS DOS AÇORES
THE AIRPORTS OF AZORES
São Miguel:
Ponta Delgada Airport (PDL)
Santa Maria:
Santa Maria Airport (SMA)
Terceira:
Lajes Airport (TER)
Faial:
Horta Airport (HOR)
Pico:
Pico Airport (PIX)
São Jorge:
São Jorge Aerodrome (SJZ)
Graciosa:
Graciosa Aerodrome (GRW)
Flores:
Flores Airport (FLW)
Corvo:
Corvo Aerodrome (CVU)
HOT TO GET HERE
O QUE FAZER
Se quiseres, podes aproveitar para esticar a viagem e aproveitar as paisagens e atividades de cada Ilha. Cada Ilha é única, com características e experiências próprias, mas, de forma geral, nos Açores tu poderás:
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Praticar hikking e Trail Running nos diversos trilhos dos Açores
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Observar baleias e golfinhos (e outros animais marinhos)
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Fazer mergulho oceânico
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Explorar vulcões e cavernas
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Praticar desportos náuticos
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Andar de bicicleta ou a cavalo
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Aproveitar o mar em praias ou nas fabulosas piscinas naturais
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Birdwatching
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Fazer piquenique
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Explorar os Parques Naturais e os Parques Florestais
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Saborear a gastronomia local
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Relaxar, perder tempo nos miradouros, conhecer as cidades históricas
WHAT TO DO
If you want, you can take the time to stretch your trip and enjoy the landscapes and activities of each island. Each island is unique, with its own characteristics and experiences, but in general, in the Azores you will be able to:
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Practice hikking and Trail Running on the various trails in the Azores
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Watch whales and dolphins (and other marine animals)
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Diving in the Ocean
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Explore volcanoes and caves
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Practicing water sports
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Cycling or horseback riding
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Enjoy the sea on beaches or in some fabulous natural pools
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Birdwatching
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Make picnic
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Explore Natural Parks and Forest Parks
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Taste the local gastronomy
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Relax, waste time at the viewpoints, get to know the historic cities
ULTRA BLUE ISLAND®: FAIAL ISLAND, AZORES
Ultra Blue Island® PROGRAM
Ultra Blue Island® 2023 – PROGRAM
May 4th (Thursday)
08 pm to 10 pm. - Race Bib Collection at Teatro Faialense
May 5th (Friday)
10 am to 8 pm. - Race Bib Collection at Teatro Faialense
9:00 pm - Bus departs from António José D'Ávila School (Horta) to WGR118 start line
10:00 pm – Start of the Whalers Great Route® (WGR118) – Location: Porto do Salão
May 6th (Saturday)
05.30 am – Start of the Ultra Blue Island at Porto Pim Gate
7:30 am - Bus departs from António José D'Ávila School (Horta) to MFCC start line
08.30 am – Start of the Marathon Faial Coast to Coast (MFCC) in front of Ribeirinha Parish Council
10 am - Bus departs from António José D'Ávila School (Horta) to TTV start line
11.00 am – Start of the Trail Ten Volcanoes at Cabouco Park
1 pm - Bus departs from António José D'Ávila School (Horta)to MFT start line
3 p.m. – Start of the Family Race at Parque do Capelo
May 7th (Sunday)
10h30 – Awards Ceremony at Mercado Municipal da Horta
DON'T FORGET YOUR MANDATORY EQUIPMENT!
You won't find many sports shops on Faial Island, so don't forget to bring everything you need from home. For more information about mandatory equipment, check out the rules of the event.
BUS TRANSFERS
Azores Trail Run® will provide a bus for the athletes to the Start Lines and back from the Finish Line.
The buses are for athletes only, and they will depart and arrive from Horta City.
So, if you are going to stay far from Horta or if you have someone following you, we recommend that you plan and book transportation in advance because the organization will not provide that.
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HOW TO GET TO FAIAL ISLAND
DESTINATION AIRPORT FOR Ultra Blue Island®: HORTA AIRPORT (HOR)
You can reach Faial Island from Lisboa, Ponta Delgada (Island of São Miguel), and Terceira Island.
>> From Lisbon, there are daily flights to Faial Island by Azores Airlines (www.azoresairlines.pt)
>> From São Miguel and Terceira Islands, both in the Azores, there are daily flights to Faial Island by Azores Airlines (www.azoresairlines.pt).
You can reach São Miguel Island ou Terceira Island by Azores Airlines from:
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Portugal, there are direct flights from Lisbon, Porto, and Funchal (Madeira Island)
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North America, there are direct flights from Boston, Providence, and Oakland (USA) and Toronto and Montreal (Canada)
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Other European countries, there are direct flights from London, Frankfurt, and Gran Canaria.
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Cape Verde, there are direct flights from Santiago Island.
OPTION: Fly to Pico Island airport. At the airport, take a taxi to Madalena do Pico and a boat to Horta, on Faial Island (a 30-minute journey along the Atlantico Line).
WHERE TO STAY
DESTINATION AIRPORT FOR Ultra Blue Island®: HORTA AIRPORT (HOR)
You can reach Faial Island from Lisboa, Ponta Delgada (Island of São Miguel), and Terceira Island.
>> From Lisbon, there are daily flights to Faial Island by Azores Airlines (www.azoresairlines.pt)
>> From São Miguel and Terceira Islands, both in the Azores, there are daily flights to Faial Island by Azores Airlines (www.azoresairlines.pt).
You can reach São Miguel Island ou Terceira Island by Azores Airlines from:
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Portugal, there are direct flights from Lisbon, Porto, and Funchal (Madeira Island)
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In North America, there are direct flights from Boston, Providence, and Oakland (USA) and Toronto and Montreal (Canada)
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In other European countries, there are direct flights from London, Frankfurt, and Gran Canaria.
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Cape Verde, there are direct flights from Santiago Island.
OPTION: Fly to Pico Island airport. At the airport, take a taxi to Madalena do Pico and a boat to Horta, on Faial Island (a 30-minute journey along the Atlantico Line).
MOBILITY ON THE ISLAND
Faial Island doesn't have a large public transportation service. If you want to visit the island, we recommend renting a car in advance or booking jeep tours with local operators.
You can also rent a moto, a bike or even plan a horse ride, but be aware that all that services are limited so we strongly suggest that you make reservations in advance.
FOR THE RACE: Azores Trail Run® will provide bus for the runners for the start lines and back from the finishing line. The buses are for athletes only and they will depart and arrive in Horta City only. So, if you are going to stay far from Horta or if you have someone following you, we recommend that you plan and book transportation and advance because the organization will not provide that.
ABOUT FAIAL ISLAND
Faial Island is one of the 9 Islands of the Azores Archipelago, Portugal, located in the North Atlantic Ocean. All the islands have a volcanic origin that defines their unique landscapes, marked by the contrast between the dark color of their stones and sandy beaches, the deep blue of the high seas, and the varied green of their forests and fields.
It's in the Azores that you can find the largest mountain in Portugal, Pico Island, with 2,351 m. If measured from their base at the bottom of the ocean to their peaks, which thrust high above the surface of the Atlantic, Pico is one of the tallest mountains on the planet.
Faial Island is located in the Central Group of Azores. It is the fourth-largest island but the third-largest in population. From Faial, it's possible to see the Pico and São Jorge Islands and, on clear days, the Graciosa Island.
From Faial Island, it's possible to travel all year round to Pico and São Jorge Islands by boat.
The climate of Faial is temperate, with average temperatures of 13 ° C in winter and 24 ° C in summer. The relatively close Gulf Stream maintains sea water at an average temperature between 17 ° C and 23 ° C. The air is moist, with an average relative humidity of about 75%.
We recommend that you enjoy the trip to know to get to know more about Faial Island and its lush nature. There are several activities on the Islands, such as:
- Whale and Dolphin Watching
- Beaches and Lots of Natural Swimming Pools
- Caldeira: you can visit or walk around the crater of this huge Volcano that originated the island
- VisitingNatural Parks and Forest Reserves
- Visiting the Interpretation Center of the Capelinhos Volcano: the newest territory in Portugal formed after Capelinhos Volcano Eruption in 1957/ 1958
- Walk through the Botanical Garden
- Birdwatching
- Diving and Sailing
- Visiting Horta and the Marina
- Lots of Trails and Sightseeing
- Biking and Horse Riding
- Visiting by boat the neighbor islands (Pico and São Jorge)