SMAT 2027

SMAT 2027 brings runners and walkers to the trails of Vila do Porto, on Santa Maria Island, on 31 January. Organised by the trail running section of Casa do Povo de São Pedro, the event offers five ways to take part.

The longest race covers approximately 35 kilometres, with 1,820 metres of elevation gain. The programme also features 20 km and 10 km races, a children's race of around 5 km and a non-competitive walk of approximately 10 km. Routes use island trails as well as agricultural and woodland tracks.

Organisers plan for a total of 500 participants across the five events and may adjust the number of places. Registration closes on 15 January 2027, with fees depending on the event and registration period. The regulations also set out age requirements and mandatory equipment.

Before race day, the event office opens on 29 and 30 January at Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Vitória in Vila do Porto. A briefing is scheduled there for 20:00 on Saturday. The office reopens on Sunday morning, and transfers from Praça do Município will take participants to the starts.

On Sunday, the long trail begins at 08:00, followed by the 20 km race at 09:00 and the 10 km race at 10:00. Walkers set off at 10:10 and the Trail Kids race starts at 11:00. Lunch is scheduled for 12:00, with the prize ceremony at 15:00.