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