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.
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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 superfÃcie do Atlântico, o Pico é na verdade uma das montanhas mais altas do planeta.
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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.
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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.
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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
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São Miguel
Santa Maria
Terceira
Faial
Pico
São Jorge
Graciosa
Flores
Corvo
COMO CHEGAR
É possÃvel chegar em qualquer Ilha dos Açores de avião a partir de Lisboa e das 2 principais Ilhas do Arquipélago: São Miguel e Terceira.
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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 paÃses da Europa.
A companhia aérea que voa entre as Ilhas ou de Lisboa para as Ilhas é a Azores Airlines.
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Entre as 3 Ilhas do Triângulo Açoriano, Pico, São Jorge e Faial, é possÃvel viajar de barco o ano todo pela Atlântico Line. Durante o verão há viagens de barco entre todas ilhas.
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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 disponÃveis 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.
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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.
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The airline that flies between the Islands or from Lisbon to the Islands is Azores Airlines.
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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.
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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
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São Miguel:
Ponta Delgada Airport (PDL)
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Santa Maria:
Santa Maria Airport (SMA)
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Terceira:
Lajes Airport (TER)
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Faial:
Horta Airport (HOR)
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Pico:
Pico Airport (PIX)
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São Jorge:
São Jorge Aerodrome (SJZ)
Graciosa:
Graciosa Aerodrome (GRW)
Flores:
Flores Airport (FLW)
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Corvo:
Corvo Aerodrome (CVU)
HOT TO GET HERE
O QUE FAZER
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
Registration is made at the STOPANDGO. Each participant is required to complete the form in its entirety and pay any fees in full by the deadline. The participant is responsible for ensuring that all information is accurate and correct for insurance purposes.
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
DISCOUNTS AND EXEMPTION FROM THE REGISTRATION VALUE
REGARDING ITRA PERFORMANCE:
To benefit from the discount, send an email to info@azorestrailrun.com
with your personal link from ITRA.
