Porto da Cruz Natura 2026

Porto da Cruz Natura is a trail running event held in Porto da Cruz, Madeira, Portugal, offering three race distances: 12 km, 25 km, and 50 km. The event typically takes place in mid-July, providing participants with a choice between a shorter mountain course and a demanding ultra-distance run on the island. The routes traverse Madeira’s coastal, forest, and mountain landscapes. Course difficulty increases significantly with distance. The 12 km route features 350 m of elevation gain, the 25 km route has 1,400 m, and the 50 km route involves 3,370 m of climbing. This race is included in the UTMB® Index, offering trail runners a chance to earn qualifying points and also appealing to those seeking a challenging race on Madeira.