MessengerTrail São Macário
Event summary
The 8th São Macário Ultra Trail (SMUT) will take place on November 8–9, 2025, in Sul, São Pedro do Sul, Portugal. Organized by GTT.SPS – Grupo Todo Terreno São Pedro do Sul, with the support of the local municipality and regional associations, the event explores the rugged and scenic Serra da Arada (São Macário), part of the Montanhas Mágicas.
The program includes four distances: the Ultra Trail (49 km, +3200 m D+), the Trail (29 km, +1600 m D+), the Trail Sprint (19 km, +870 m D+), and the Mini-Trail/Walk (9 km, +250 m D+). With varied levels of difficulty, from beginner-friendly hikes to demanding endurance challenges, the SMUT is designed for trail enthusiasts of all levels.
All races start and finish in Sul village, combining a festive community spirit with a demanding mountain running experience in central Portugal.
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Age categories/divisions:
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Ultra Trail, Trail, Trail Sprint – 18+
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Mini-Trail/Walk – from 14 years old (Walk) or 16 years old (Mini-Trail)
Start/finish location: Sul, São Pedro do Sul
Program & start times:
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Nov 8 (Saturday) – Ultra Trail 49 km – 06:30 (limit: 14h)
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Nov 9 (Sunday) – Trail 29 km – 08:00 (limit: 9h)
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Nov 9 (Sunday) – Trail Sprint 19 km – 09:00 (limit: 6h)
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Nov 9 (Sunday) – Mini-Trail/Walk 9 km – 09:15 (limit: 3h)
Bib pick-up:
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Nov 7 (18:00–21:00) – Decathlon Viseu (all races)
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Nov 8 (05:00–06:00) – Sul (Ultra Trail)
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Nov 8 (16:00–20:00) – Sul (Trail, Sprint, Mini-Trail)
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Nov 9 (06:00–09:00) – Sul (all races)
Registration fees:
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Ultra Trail – €30 → €35 → €40
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Trail – €22 → €25 → €28
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Trail Sprint – €16 → €18 → €20
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Mini-Trail/Walk – €9 → €10 → €12
(Deadlines vary: May 2024 → Aug 2024 → Oct 26, 2025)
Participant limit: 500 athletes
Cut-off times:
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Ultra Trail – 14h (checkpoint cut-offs apply)
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Trail – 9h
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Sprint – 6h
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Mini-Trail/Walk – 3h
Course type: Mountain trails – dirt paths, stones, some asphalt/cobbles.
Timing: Chip timing for all timed events.
Mandatory gear: Individual container, mobile phone, whistle, thermal blanket, headlamp (Ultra only).
Aid stations: Multiple points with water, fruits, nuts, chips, juice (no cups provided – bring your own).
Prizes: Trophies for top 3 male/female overall and by age group (Ultra, Trail, Sprint, Mini-Trail) + largest team award.
Location
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Ultra Trail 49 km
Long Trail 29 km
Short Trail 19 km
Walking 9 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib, personal accident & liability insurance, aid stations, finisher medal, event gift (t-shirt or socks), showers, lunch.
🏅 Finisher medal for all races.
⏱️ Chip timing & checkpoints in all timed races.
🥤 Hydration & nutrition at checkpoints (eco-policy: bring your own cup).
🛡️ Insurance: accident coverage (with €30 deductible).
🚑 Emergency support & transport from checkpoints if needed.
🧳 Broom service and logistics support.
📸 Photography & media coverage.
🏆 Awards ceremony for top finishers and teams.
