Ecotrail Funchal-Madeira Island 2026

Ecotrail Funchal-Madeira Island begins in central Funchal on Madeira, a volcanic Portuguese island in the Atlantic southwest of mainland Portugal. This trail running series follows the Ecotrail concept, connecting sport with environmental stewardship. The race takes place around mid-October, offering multiple distances. Options range from a 15 km route with approximately 300 m of elevation gain to a demanding mountain race of about 80-85 km with roughly 5,200 m of elevation gain. Diário de Notícias da Madeira organizes the event, in partnership with Funchal City Council and Compressport. The routes showcase Madeira's diverse landscape within a compact area, including city streets, public parks, forests, mountains, and coastal sections. The intermediate distances also feature significant climbing, with choices around 25-30 km and 40-45 km for participants seeking a challenge beyond a short trail run without the commitment of an all-day event. As part of the international Ecotrail calendar, it attracts runners who appreciate the format and those eager to compete on Madeira’s steep, green terrain.