Volcanic ridges, lakes and the Sete Cidades tunnel
The longest route travels between the north and south coasts via the crater ridges, passing the Verde, Azul, Empadadas and Canário lakes. The organizer also names Mafra, Cruz, Carvão and Éguas among the high points. Expect a mountain-trail effort rather than a uniform road-marathon pace.
The event menu distinguishes 7CUT40 from the shorter 7CUT20, 7CUT10 and lower-difficulty lake routes. A shorter course’s views or access arrangements do not prove that it uses every climb or descent on the longest route. Download the correct GPX and check the measured distance in the next regulations.
The tunnel and steep descending sections make the final equipment and safety instructions important. Do not infer lighting, poles or carrying requirements from photographs or from another Azores event. Rehearse your chosen trail equipment on suitable local terrain and follow the organizer’s required kit list when it is released.
The campsite is identified as the base for administration, starts and finish, but that does not establish future collection hours, accommodation availability or parking access. Confirm the next edition and exact category before booking island travel. The old May date and route description are historical preparation context, not a confirmed 2027 race-day schedule.
Next edition awaiting confirmation
An exact next-edition date is not confirmed here. A previous race month does not establish a future event. Wait for the organizer’s announcement before setting a taper or booking race-specific travel. Check that the announcement names your distance: an event weekend, registration opening or shorter race can appear before the full programme. Save your entry confirmation separately from a provisional travel plan, and compare an announced alternative if you need a fixed date. Keep the route details below in their stated edition context until the new participant guide is available.
Last-known race profile
These details identify the race page; they do not establish the next edition's operations. The previous race date does not establish the next edition. Wait for the organizer’s announcement before committing to a race-day schedule.