Ultra X’s Azores 110k ultra marathon takes place on the island of São Miguel, nicknamed “the Green Island”, one of nine volcanic islands based out in the mid-Atlantic that form the Azores archipelago.
Governed by Portugal, this wild and remote archipelago is characterised by dramatic landscapes, fishing villages, mountain trails, lagoons, and luscious green pastures. Due to the marine influence, the climate of the Azores is very mild for such a northern location and temperatures remain around 20°C all year round.
Ultra X 50 Azores (50km race) takes place on the second day (Sunday) of Ultra X 110 Azores.
If you’re looking for an ultramarathon training plan, you can download one here.
Previous Events
What happens when you register
Once you have registered for a race;
You will be sent an email inviting you to a call with a member of our team. This is by no means mandatory but it will allow you to ask us any questions you may have regarding the event, training, food, equipment and anything else at all.
You will be asked if you would like to be added to the competitor Facebook and Whatsapp groups. Of course you do not have to but they are a great way to get to know your fellow competitors before you reach the start line.
You will be invited to a number of short video calls where we’ll go through kit/equipment, food and pre-event preparation. You’ll have the opportunity to ask any questions you like.
Cut offs
We have some of the most relaxed cut-offs in the industry. To us, it’s not about what time you get, it’s the adventure you have along the way. On average you will have between 2hrs 30 mins to complete each 10km (in-between checkpoints). Exact race cut-offs can be found in the race information pack.
If you don’t finish
In the scenario that you cannot finish a stage at one of our events, you will be offered entry into the following edition of the race at half price. You will not receive a finishers medal or official result.
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What’s Included
Included? | Yes | No |
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Race entry | ||
Accommodation during the race (20 May) | ||
Fully marked course | ||
Medical staff on course and at the campsite | ||
Therapist staff (osteopaths, physios, sports masseuses) on course and at the campsite | ||
Drinking water at checkpoints on course and hot water for preparing food at the campsite | ||
Ground assistance and full safety support | ||
UTMB World Series Indexed race (100k category) | ||
Finisher’s medal | ||
Flights | ||
Accommodation before or after the race | ||
Bus transfer to the start line from Ponta Delgada (available to purchase online through the My Entries portal) | ||
Personal food, kit and equipment | ||
Comprehensive insurance (to cover cancellations, loss of items, injury etc) | ||
Training costs | ||
Spending money | ||
Transport home for runners who are disqualified or withdraw early |
Register from
£325 TO £390
Interest Free Instalment Plans
Register from £20 per month
(not including deposit)
Experience The Azores
We understand that competitors may wish to travel to the Azores with family or friends. Should they wish to enjoy the islands while you race, we highly recommend visiting the following sights. Alternatively, you can visit them together after the event.
If one of your party would like to volunteer at the race while you take part, they can complete the Volunteer Application Form and we will do our best to accommodate them.
Pico
The second largest Azores island is known for its 2,350m volcano, lava shores, and iconic landscape of stone wall vineyards.
Sete Cidades
One of the Seven Natural Wonders of Portugal, Sete Cidades is a twin lake situated in the crater of a dormant volcano.
Whale Watching
Sperm whales, common dolphins, and bottlenose dolphins can be spotted in the Azores archipelago year-round.