Ultramarathon

MIUT Legend

MIUT Legend crosses Madeira from Porto Moniz to Machico, packing 7,200 meters of climbing into 110 kilometers of forest, peaks, and coastal trail.

Next race2027 date TBD
Distance categoryUltramarathon
LocationPorto Moniz, Portugal
Get alertsLast checked August 4, 2026

Quick facts

  • The race starts at 11:59 p.m. in Porto Moniz and finishes across the island in Machico.
  • The 110K course carries roughly 7,200 meters of ascent and a 32-hour limit.
  • Entrants need prior trail experience and must complete the event's medical requirements.

About the MIUT Legend

The flagship Madeira Island Ultra-Trail race is a nonstop west-to-east mountain crossing organized by Clube de Montanha do Funchal.

Course

A midnight start leads through laurel forest, the central massif and Pico Ruivo, then along eastern coastal cliffs to Machico. The 2026 route measured 110K.

Race-day weather

Madeira's mountains create fast changes in temperature, cloud, wind, and rain. High ridges may be cold while lower coastal sections feel warm and humid.

Past MIUT Legend dates and results

YearDateStatusResults
2026Friday, April 24, 2026CompletedOpen results

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We're waiting for the finalized date for the 2027 MIUT Legend. The most recent running was on Friday, April 24, 2026.

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