TransPeneda-Gerês is organized by Carlos Sá Nature Events®. It also has the collaboration of the Municipalities of Terras de Bouro and Montalegre.

Index  

1. Terms of participation

1.1. Age requirement

1.2. Confirmed registration

1.3. Physical condition

1.4. External help

1.5. Race bibs

1.6. Sportsmanlike conduct rules

2. Event

2.1. Presentation of the event / organization

2.2. Program

2.3. Map / altimetry / courses

2.4. Time barriers

2.5. Time check

2.6. Control posts

2.7. Start and finish lines

2.8. Aid stations

2.9. Recommended and mandatory gear

2.10. Information of places with car traffic 

2.11. Disqualifications

2.12. Participation conditions

2.13. Insurance

3. Registration

3.1. Registration process

3.2. Registration prices and deadlines

3.3. Cancelations

3.3.1. Invoices

3.4. Material included in the registration

3.5. Transportation services

3.6. Secretariats of the event

4. Ranking and prizes

4.1. Prize giving: time and place

4.2. Prizes

5. Informations

5.1. How to get there

5.2. Were to stay

6. Marks and control posts

7. Carbonic Compensation

8. Image rights

9. Support and emergency

10. Omissions

11. Others

Very Important  

 -It is necessary to have the appropriate physical condition for the characteristics of this extremely tough test, which combines high mileage, long duration, mountainous terrain, large differences in level, exposure to the sun, etc.

 -By registering you are fully agreeing to these regulations.

 -It is essential to drink from all supplies and eat properly.

 -Registration is personal and non-transferable and is accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

 -The veracity of the data provided is the responsibility of the participant, including for Insurance purposes.

 -If a participant is unable to participate in the event, the organization does not have the duty to refund the registration fee;

 -In the month before the event, it is not permitted to change registration data nor does the organization feel obliged to return any registration amount;

 -Stay on the marked trail;

 -Preserve the flora and avoid disturbing the fauna;

 -Do not leave trash or other traces behind;

 -Do not make a fire;

 -Given the imperative need to preserve an enormously rich natural heritage, we want you, in full communion with nature, to enjoy it, respecting and protecting it. For this same reason, we inform you that liquid supplies will not be supplied through bottles or plastic cups. Each athlete is responsible for taking with them the container(s) they deem most appropriate for their hydration (preferably also serving hot drinks);

 -The Organization reserves the right to accept last minute registrations.

 -This regulation is subject to change.

 -This event is part of the “Best Trails Series” Circuit organized by Carlos Sá Nature Events, the ATRP National Circuit, ITRA and UTMB scores.

1. Terms of participation

          1.1. Age requirement

The minimum age requirement for participation in TransPeneda-Gerês (TPG) is 18 years age. 

1.2. Registration regularized

To participate in the event, the athlete must have their registration previously regularized within the established deadlines and accept all the rules contained in these regulations.

1.3. Physical condition

It is essential to have the appropriate physical condition for the characteristics of this extremely difficult test, which simultaneously involves high mileage, a long period of time for completion, extremely mountainous terrain with high mountain characteristics and large differences in level, with technical trails. The terrain where the race takes place is subject to sudden weather changes, meaning athletes may be exposed to different meteorological situations such as: heat, cold, strong wind, dense fog and intense precipitation. It is essential that the athlete has the notion of self-management of effort, whether physical or mental, in the face of extreme adverse situations to which they may be exposed, without immediate help/rescue being possible. It is essential for the athlete to know how to act in the event of minor injuries, gastric discomfort, among other normal situations arising from mountain activities.

1.4. External help 

Support for 115km athletes by elements outside the organization is permitted at any point on the route. Participants are advised to have some money with them so they can stock up on supplies in the cafes in the villages they will pass through. Still, it is important that the athlete is aware of their needs during the race, as well as their ability to solve problems in unexpected situations.

1.5. Race bibs

The number is personal and non-transferable. The athlete's bib must be in a location easily visible to members of the organization and other entities that support and/or collaborate with it. In case of withdrawal, the athlete must deliver the bib to the organization at the race secretariat, thus communicating their withdrawal 

1.6. Sports conduct 

            Inappropriate behavior, offensive language, verbal aggression or any other type of aggression will be reported to the authorities whenever the act merits such action

2. The race

2.1. Presentation of the race/organization 

TransPeneda-Gerês (TPG) - is an event under the organizational responsibility of Carlos Sá Nature Events®, which will take place on the 17th and 18th of May 2025, with the collaboration of the Municipalities of Terras de Bouro and Montalegre.

The Peneda-Gerês National Park will be the main stage for this fantastic Trail event, which will feature races of various distances: 25km, 37km, 60km and 115km. 

TransPeneda-Gerês was created to hold the World Trail Championship in 2016, with an 85km version, running through the central part of the National Park. This time, the event has grown over the last few years, differentiating itself into events of various distances. In 2020, the competition took place over the mythical distance of 100 miles (around 165km), crossing the entire National Park. The launch edition of this mythical 165km distance, called edition 0, took place between the 2nd, 3rd and 4th of October 2020, and was a huge success, with 88 finishers in the non-stop version and 29 teams in the Relay version.

    Carlos Sá Nature Events, together with the Municipalities of Terras de Bouro and Montalegre, continues to innovate and create conditions for unique events that have greatly contributed to the promotion of this territory

2.2. Program 

Friday May 16th 2025

19:00 - 22:30 - Secretariat all distances (center of Vila do Gerês)

20:00 - Bus transportation from Montalegre to the center of Vila do Gerês for 115km athletes (trip lasting approximately 1h30, only for participants who select this option when registering);

Saturday May 17th 2025

05:00 - 06h00 - Secretariat 115km (center of Vila do Gerês)

06:00 - Departure 115km

07:00 - 07:45- Secretariat 60km (Montalegre Multipurpose Pavilion)

07:45 - Bus transportation from Montalegre to Fafião for 60km athletes (trip lasting approximately 1h15, only for participants who select this option when registering);

09:30 - Departure 60km

09:00 - 10:00 - Secretariat 37km (Montalegre Multipurpose Pavilion)

10:00 - Bus transportation from Montalegre to Paradela for 37km athletes (trip lasting approximately 25min, only for participants who select this option when registering);

11:00 - Departure 37km

12:00 - 14:00 - Secretariado 25km (Montalegre Multipurpose Pavilion)

14:00 - Bus transportation from Montalegre to Pitões da Júnias for 25km athletes (trip lasting approximately 35min, only for participants who select this option when registering);

15:00 - Departure 25km

18:00 - 20:00 - Awards ceremony for athletes in the 115km, 60km, 37km and 25km.

Sunday May 18th 2025

12:00 - Time limit for 115km athletes and end of the TPG event

2.3. Map / profile altimetry

More information here: https://carlossanatureevents.com/en/tpg

2.4. Time Barriers

The runner who withdraws must notify the organization of his abandonment, communicating his bib number.

In case of withdrawal, the athlete will be transported to the nearest supply where he will have to wait for transport to the Finish line (Montalegre).

Bags from Aid Station go to the finish line as soon as possible or after the Aid Station close.

Time Barriers for the event's race:

·      TPG 115km: time limit of 30h (12:00 on the 18th)

·      TPG 60km: without time limit (12:00 on the 18th)

·      TPG 37km: without time limit (12:00 on the 18th)

·      TPG 25km: without time limit (12:00 on the 18th)

The conclusion of the event will be the finish line at 12:00 on Sunday, May 18th.

2.5. Time check

Time is controlled by a chip in the bib.

2.6. Control posts

Intermediate controls will be in a location to be defined by the organization. 

2.7. Aid stations/supply bases and time barriers

( Time Barriers: will be added soon)

Only participants in the 115km and 60km will be allowed to have the support of an external element in the life bases. The external element must enter the Life/Supply Bases at the same time as the athlete in order to provide support.

The organization's members will manage the proper functioning of the Life/Supply Bases and compliance with safety rules.

Participants and external support elements must always obey the guidelines of the organization's elements. 

At the living bases, participants will have food, drinks and a rest area available. 

Food in the Aid Stations 

The various races of this event are carried out semi-autonomously, and it is essential that each athlete is accompanied by a minimum amount of calories and liquids, in order to satisfy their needs between life bases/supplies. The following foods will always be available at the living/supply bases: orange, banana, French fries, assorted biscuits/biscuits, cereal bars, dried fruit, chicken soup/chicken, salt, water, coffee, coca-cola and isotonic drink. 

In addition to these, we will have other foods that will vary throughout the bases of life: various pastas, ham/cheese, bread, vermicelli, cakes, watermelon, tomatoes...

We also inform you that liquid supplies will not be supplied through bottles or plastic cups. Each athlete is responsible for taking with them the container(s) they deem most appropriate for their hydration (preferably also serving hot drinks).

Individual bags – only for 115km participants

Each participant will receive from the organization (if they wish) two bags, one for each base where they can place their individual belongings and the material they will need throughout the race.

These bags must be delivered to the organization before departure, duly identified with the cards that will be provided when collecting the bib, and will be transported to the respective Life Bases/supplies by the organization.

115km 2 bags // Vila do Gerês (42km) and Paradela (79km) 

2.8. Mandatory and recommended material

Control of mandatory material can be done during the delivery of the bib or at any time during the race from the start.

Regardless of the weather conditions, participants should consider this material as their Survival Kit, therefore it is advisable to always accompany athletes on difficult-to-access mountainous terrain.

For each missing item, the athlete will be penalized with 15 minutes added to their final time

2.9. Information about passing places with road and rail traffic

The organization will have a security system throughout the route, however, given that it will be impossible to cut off road traffic at some points, participants must comply with traffic rules on public roads and must also respect the environment surrounding the route, being aware that it may cross private property, under penalty of having to assume potential damages and compensation resulting from non-compliance.

2.10. Disqualifications

Disqualification, based on the following chart:

·       No complying with the rules;

·       Not finishing the route;

·       Throwing away rubbish;

·       Race number not visible;

·       Refusal to comply with the orders from the organization;

·       Anti-sporting behavior.

Participants who engage with one of the last two points won’t be able to register in future editions.

2.11. Responsibilities towards the athlete/participant 

·          Registration for the test will imply full acceptance of these regulations. 

·      Participants will be responsible for all actions likely to cause material, moral, or any other damage to themselves and/or third parties.

·      The organization declines all responsibility, in the event of accident, negligence, or theft of objects and/or valuables, in relation to participants.

·      The organization, as well as anyone involved in organizing the event, is exempt from liability resulting from the acts described above.

·    During the race, athletes may overtake as long as they do not put their integrity or that of their competitors at risk, taking care to signal it, and must always maintain a distance of 2 meters from the athlete being overtaken. Overtaken athletes must facilitate the overtaking maneuver, pulling over as much as possible or stopping if necessary.

2.12. Insuranse

The organization takes out the insurance required by law to carry out this type of test. The insurance premium is included in the registration fee. Payment of the insurance deductible, in the event of an accident, is the sole responsibility of the athletes.

Any accident or incident that occurs during the course is the responsibility of the participants, for anything that exceeds the risk covered by insurance.

The organization did not assume expenses for claims, of which it was not aware in a timely manner to activate the insurance.

3. Registrations

            3.1. Registration process (web page)

Registration must be completed online using the link: https://www.carlossanatureevents.com/en/tpg

3.2. Registrations fees and periods

Online registrations open on October 1st, 2024 and close on May 10th, 2025 or when the registration limits are reached

TPG 115 km

- October 1st 2024 to April 5th 2025 - 110€

- April 5th 2025 to May 10th 2025 - 120€

(extra 10€: transport from Montalegre to Vila do Gerês - reservation at the time of registration)

The registration fee includes: bib, gift related to the event, personal accident insurance, finisher's medal, supplies, security and rescue service, showers and transport to the finish line in case of withdrawal. The organization may replace some of these offers with similar ones.

TPG 60 km

- October 1st 2024 to April 5th 2025 - 60€

- April 5th 2025 to May 10th 2025 - 65€

(extra 10€: transport from Montalegre to Fafião - reservation at the time of registration)

The registration fee includes: bib, gift related to the event, personal accident insurance, finisher's medal, supplies, security and rescue service, showers and transport to the finish line in case of withdrawal. The organization may replace some of these offers with similar ones.

TPG 37 km

- October 1st 2024 to April 5th 2025 - 35€

- April 5th 2025 to May 10th 2025 - 40€

(extra 5€: transport from Montalegre to Paradela - reservation at the time of registration)

The registration fee includes: bib, gift related to the event, personal accident insurance, finisher's medal, supplies, security and rescue service, showers and transport to the finish line in case of withdrawal. The organization may replace some of these offers with similar ones.

TPG 25 km

- October 1st 2024 to April 5th 2025 - 25€

- April 5th 2025 to May 10th 2025 - 30€

(extra 5€: transport from Montalegre to Pitões das Júnias - reservation at the time of registration)

The registration fee includes: bib, gift related to the event, personal accident insurance, finisher's medal, supplies, security and rescue service, showers and transport to the finish line in case of withdrawal. The organization may replace some of these offers with similar ones.

3.3. Conditions for refunding the registration fee

If the athlete cancels their participation, part of the amount already paid will be refunded according to the table below:

If weather conditions or force majeure do not allow the event to take place and lead to its cancellation, registrations will be automatically transferred to the 2026 edition. If a refund is requested by the participant, 70% of the value will be refunded.

3.3.1. Invoices

We alert all athletes of the invoicing rules, anyone who wants a NIF on the invoice must indicate it when registering. After 72 hours of payment, the organization cannot make changes to invoices.

3.4. Material included in the registration

See 3.2. 

3.5. Transportation services

There will be several optional transfers to facilitate logistics for athletes who are not traveling as a family or group..

·   May 16th 2025, 20:30 - Transfer of athletes 115km from Montalegre to Vila do Gerês (about 1h30 journey) - cost of €10 - reservation at the time of registration

·     May 17th 2025, 07:45 - Transfer of athletes 60km from Montalegre to Fafião (about 1h15 journey) - cost of 10€ - reservation at the time of registration

·     May 17th 2025, 10:00 – Transfer of athletes 37km from Montalegre to Paradela (about 25min journey) - cost of 5€ - reservation at the time of registration

·   May 17th 2025, 14:30 – Transfer of athletes 25km from Montalegre to Pitões das Júnias (about 35min journey) - cost of 5€- reservation at the time of registration

3.6. Race Secretariat

On May 16th, the secretariat will be open in the center of Vila do Gerês, between 7pm and 10pm for all distances.

For 115km athletes, the secretariat will be open on May 17th, in the center of Vila do Gerês, between 5:00 and 6:00.

For 60km athletes, the secretariat will be open on May 17th, in the center of Vila do Gerês, between 7:00 and 7:45.

For 37km athletes, the secretariat will be open on May 17th, in the center of Vila do Gerês, between 9:00 and 10:00.

For 25km athletes, the secretariat will be open on May 17th, in the center of Vila do Gerês, between 12:00 and 2:00 pm

4. Rankings and prizes

4.1. Prize giving: time and place

-Prize Giving Ceremony on May 17th, 2025, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Montalegre Castle for athletes from 115km, 60km, 37km and 25km.

4.2. Prizes

Regarding the general classification, trophies will be awarded as per the table below:

There will be classification and prizes for teams for which the times of the 3 best athletes in the general classification count (there is no distinction of sex or age). 

5. Information

            5.1 How to Get There

           Start Line location of 115km: https://maps.app.goo.gl/31TUvRSPaTBi7DJX9

Start Line location of 60km: https://maps.app.goo.gl/rHA9AcTaqWqkuudX9

Start Line location of 37km: https://maps.app.goo.gl/e3SJe8Fq13RSPyAQ7

Start Line location of 25km: https://maps.app.goo.gl/1CyRw2NYyeDHLPNy6

Secretariat location of 115km: https://maps.app.goo.gl/31TUvRSPaTBi7DJX9

Secretariat location of 60km, 37km and 25km: https://maps.app.goo.gl/xfXEnJ3QyzSPaCU88

Arrival location of all distances: https://maps.app.goo.gl/kLj136yG9hZ3mnFAA

5.2 Where to stay

https://carlossanatureevents.com/pdfs/Alojamentos_TPG.pdf

6. Marks and controle posts

The TPG 115km route will be fully marked, however, it will be mandatory to have the route track on your cell phone or watch. 

In the remaining distances (TPG 60km, TPG 37km and TPG 25km) the route will also be marked with brightly colored ribbons and flags

7. Carbonic Compensation - Environmental Responsibility 

The athlete is solely responsible for transporting all natural (even if biodegradable) or non-natural wrappers and waste from gels, bars and/or others. You must deposit the waste at the nearest supply, or transport it to the finish line.

For 2025, Carlos Sá Nature Events proposes, to everyone who decides to register for its events, a small contribution of €5 (optional) towards the purchase of native trees. Together with the local partners who have accompanied us over the last few years, Carlos Sá Nature Events is committed, with the funds raised, to developing tree planting and reforestation of burnt areas in the geographical areas where it develops its activities. activity. These actions will be scheduled and carried out by CSNE following the guidance of these local partners who, better than anyone, know the region, the species and the right times to plant the plantations. 

You can join this initiative by selecting the EXTRA “Carbonic Offset” option when registering

8. Image rights

Acceptance of this regulation necessarily implies that the participant authorizes the race organizers to record all or part of their participation in it, it also presupposes their agreement so that the organization can use the athlete's image for the promotion and dissemination of the race. in all its forms (radio, written press, video, photography, internet, posters, social media, etc.) and assigns all rights to its commercial and advertising exploitation that it deems appropriate to carry out, without rights, by the athlete , to receive any economic compensation.

9. Support and Emergency

There will be support, relief and emergency teams to provide care to participants who need it.

10. Omissions

Omissions in this regulation shall be resolved by the organizing committee

11. Others

Participants are obliged to help injured parties and respect traffic rules at road crossings.

The organization reserves the right to make any modifications it deems necessary, depending on the different conditions, as well as to suspend the race, if weather conditions so require, or for reasons of force majeure.