Maratona Filhos da Freita
About This Race
The Maratona Filhos da Freita is a challenging mountain road marathon in the Serra da Freita, organized by Confraria Trotamontes in partnership with the Arouca municipality. Now in its 3rd edition, the race climbs from the village of Arouca to the plateau of Serra da Freita, offering stunning mountain scenery and a true test of endurance.
The Course
Mountain road course climbing from Arouca village to the Serra da Freita plateau. Approximately 1200m of elevation gain for the marathon.
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Race Details
Terrain
Road
Elevation
Mountain
1200 gain
Participants
500 participants
Distances
Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K Walk
What to Expect
A demanding mountain road marathon through the dramatic landscape of Serra da Freita in northern Portugal. Starting from Arouca, the course climbs secondary roads to the mountain plateau, with approximately 1200m of positive elevation gain. Not for the faint-hearted but the views are spectacular.
Highlights
Race Information
Start Time
17:52
Typical Weather
Spring mountain weather in April, 8-18°C at varying altitudes. Can be windy on the plateau. Possible rain showers.
Established
2024