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
Entry Fee
40K Open Race: 40€
23K: 20€
12K: 10€
The prices do not include accommodation and flights.
Entries limit: 50
INCLUDES:
- Race Bib (the race bib is personal and non-transferable)
- Bus transfers during the race
- Sport Insurance
- T-shirt
- Refreshments posts along the race;
- Finisher award (for all the athletes that finish the respective race)
- Awards ceremony
DO NOT INCLUDES
Accommodation and Air Connections
EXTRAS:
- Awards cerimony (Adult): 14€
- Awards cerimony (Child): 9€
- Registration Insurance: 10€
Each participant is required to complete the form in its entirety and pay any fees in full by the deadline. It is the participant’s responsibility to ensure that all information is true and correct, namely for the insurance purposes.
Available payment methods: ATM/MB – Portugal only and valid for 3 days, Credit Card, and PayPal.
It is not necessary to send the payment proof.
Upon confirmation of payment:
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The athlete’s name will appear on the runner’s list.
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The payment of the registration tax implies the reservation of a place at the starting line that is personal and non-transferable.
Any additional information can be requested by email to info@azorestrailrun.com
PROGRAM 2021 (provisory)
December 17th (Friday)
Buses from Airport to Santa Cruz da Graciosa (Downtown) and Hotel Graciosa Resort (Inatel): 10:30am and 3:30pm
2 pm - Secretariat opening at Graciosa Cultural Center
6:00 pm - Briefing at Graciosa Cultural Center
7 pm - Secretariat Closes
8 pm - Pasta Party at Sport Club Marítimo
December 18 (Saturday)
8 am- Meeting bus transfers (athletes only) at Bus Station (point 2 at the map) and at Graciosa Resort Hotel
8:15 am - Bus leaves to start line
9 am - Start of Windmills Trail - Carapacho, near Thermae
11am - Start of 20km race at Tanque da Luz
12 am - Start of 10km race at Praia, close to the WindMills
5 pm - Time Limit to finish race - Santa Cruz da Graciosa, at Sq. Fontes Pereira de Mello (Christmas Fair)
8:00 pm - Award Ceremony Dinner at Graciosa Futebol Club
December 19th (Sunday)
Buses from Santa Cruz da Graciosa (Downtown, Paragem das Carreiras) and Hotel Graciosa Resort (Inatel) to the Airport: 3pm
December 20th (Monday)
Buses from Santa Cruz da Graciosa (Downtown, Paragem das Carreiras) and Hotel Graciosa Resort (Inatel) to the Airport: 9am
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