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EcoTrail Madeira 2022 - 4 Night Package - Prices from £279.00pp

EcoTrail Madeira 2022 - 4 Night Package

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Your Experience

Join the 7th edition EcoTrail Funchal - Madeira Island and choose from the 80km, 45km, 30 and 15km race. Regarded as one of the most challenging of the EcoTrail series due to the hilly nature of the course and technical in parts. Beginning at the lush Santa Catarina Park, enjoy the course running trails boasting impressive views of mountainous landscapes against the blue Atlantic, before returning to quaint cobbled streets of Funchal. Combining the best of nature, city and beaches, Funchal has made a great name of itself in nature sports and makes a great base for a long weekend of adventure and sightseeing.

Inclusions

3 or 4 nights at Four Views Hotel in Funchal

Island Jeep tour for those on the 4night package

Group orientation run – number dependent 

Services of Destination Sport Experience Staff

*Please note, the tour group must consist of a minimum of five passengers for a DSE representative to be present. 

 

Discounted Event Entries exclusive to DSE as the official travel partner

80km - £59

45km - £47

30km - £31

15km - £23

 

Race entry includes:

• Race officials and medical team

• Event signage and marking

• Time keeping and results

• Manned water supply stations 

• Race number and timing chip

• Finisher goodies

Your Itinerary

Thursday, 27 October – Arrival at the Four Views Hotel for those on the 4-night package. Check-in is open from 2pm. At 6pm you have the option to join a city orientation light run (subject to meeting group minimum number of 5).

Friday, 28 October – Today, those on the 3-night package will arrive at leisure for check-in. This afternoon/early evening, you will head over to the race registration (Between 4pm and 8pm) to collect your runner packs from Parque de Santa Catarina. For those on the 4-night package, you will have the opportunity to explore this beautiful island in depth, as you join a morning jeep tour, and get a great insight of what to expect on your race. 

Saturday, 24 September – It’s RACE DAY. After an early breakfast we will make our way to the race start. The three distance start times and locations are as follows; 80km – 6am & 45km – 7.30am both start in central Funchal, 30km – 9am starts near to Parque Natural da Madeira and the 15km – 11am begins at Pico dos Barcelos. Joining information will provided directly to you. The end point for all distances is Parque de Santa Catarina, returning through the beautiful, cobbled streets of Madeira. From this point you are approximately a 15 minutes’ walk back to the hotel. The evening is free for you to celebrate your achievement however you like.

Sunday, 25 September – Today’s a recovery day. Use this time to discover Madeira’s capital; explore neighbourhood gems such as the old town of Zona Velha or Rua da Santa Maria; famous for its street art, take a ride on the Monte Cable Car or simply hit the beach for some serious R&R in the sun. Alternatively, the event program will have the kids races and results ceremonies take place today at Parque de Santa Catarina should you wish to attend.

Monday, 26 September – Departure Day. Enjoy a final breakfast, before checking out of your hotel for your departure home. 

 

Need to Know

Disclaimer

EcoTrail reserve the right to change the itinerary and/or running course without further notice in the event of extreme weather.

By signing up for this event you agree to the Terms & Conditions.

Visa

Please note that it is each traveler’s responsibility to check visa and passport requirements and ensure that they comply. Obtaining a passport and, if required, a visa, is solely the responsibility of each traveler. Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months after returning from your destination.

Travel insurance

Travel insurance is an essential part of any holiday you take, and we highly recommend that you purchase suitable insurance for your trip.

Mandatory equipment

• Minimum 1 litre water supply

• Food supply

• Backpack or similar equipment

• A personal cup or bottle. 15CL capacity (minimum)

• Proof of identity.

• Heat blanket + front + whistle 

• Windbreaker / water resistant jacket (80km, 45km & 30km only)

•Working moble with valid balance and battery

• Headlamp / battery pack (80km & 4km only)

• Red blinking light (should be on at night and placed on the competitor’s back) 80km & 4km only 

Recommended equipment

• Cap/scarf or similar

• Clothing to cover your limbs

• Warm clothing in case of cold weather forecasts

• Bandage (min. 80x3 cm)

• Sticks

• Sun Glasses

• Vaseline and sun cream

Start times

80km - 6am

45km – 7.30am

30km – 9am

15km – 11am

Age restrictions

The Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira 80, Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira 45 and Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira 30 races are open to all athletes comple ting 20 years of age until 31st October 2022, either professional or not, being strongly recommended, in the first case, that the participant has already completed a trail running race of, at least, 42 km.

The Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira 15 race is open to all athletes who will be 18 years old until October 31st 2022, professionals or not.

Physical conditions

All men and women who are in good physical condition can participate in the different races of Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira. The weather conditions may be adverse even in October (wind, cold, rain or even snow). Good training and a real capacity for personal autonomy are essential for the success of this individual adventure. The Ecotrail Funchal - Madeira is based on the principle of semi self-sufficiency. During the course there will be supply areas where liquid and solid food will be provided to be consumed on the spot. Regarding liquids, although other drinks are available, only water can be used to fill the drums or reservoirs brought by the athlete. Each athlete/participant must guarantee at the start of each refuelling that he/she has the necessary amount of food and water for his/her own consumption until the next refuelling zone. Aware of the difficulties of each race, all athletes must be physically and mentally prepared for the particularities and demands of the circuit. Even so, we warn that during the race, situations of extreme fatigue may occur, associated with muscular and joint pains, digestive problems or others. In case of these situations, the Organization will limit itself to support the athletes, when necessary or whenever requested, and the athletes themselves must be duly prepared to overcome these moments in the best way.

Time limits

80km – 20hrs

45km – 12hrs

30km – 7hrs

15km – 4 hours

There will be checkpoints along the race route. Failure to control in one or more points will lead to the disqualification of the participant.

Altitude Gain

80km – 4621 D+

45km – 2870 D+

30km – 1726 D+

15km - 444m

 

Hotel Options

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  • Four Views Hotel BaĆ­a

    R. das Maravilhas 74 9000-177 Funchal 9000-177 Funchal Portugal

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    This beautiful 4-star property overlooking the bay is the perfect base for relaxation and recovery. Four Views offers spacious comfortable rooms with excellent facilities on site and rewarding views of the surrounding hills and seascape. Not only is this a picturesque location, it is also approximately 15 minutes’ walk from the event site and finish line. 

    The stylishly decorated classic rooms are equipped with a seating area, flat-screen TV and a private balcony boasting views of Funchal and the Madeira Mountains. Within the hotel complex you will find a restaurant and two bars to satisfy your appetite, a spa and an outdoor pool overlooking the bay. 

    The Four Views are eco-certified. They aim to keep the environmental impact of their hotels as low as possible and are committed to connecting guests to the surrounding nature in a responsible way. 

    This is an adults only hotel, if you wish to book a family room, please contact our team at dse@destinationsport.com, who will be able to assist. 

     

    Key Features:

    • WiFi
    • Indoor Pool
    • Outdoor Pool
    • Bar
    • Restaurant
    • Spa
    • Sea View Rooms

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