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Pisão Extreme

Pisão Extreme took place on Sun, Oct 4, 2026 in São Pedro do Sul, Portugal. The main route is 65 km.

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Date
Sun, Oct 4, 2026
Start
São Pedro do Sul 🇵🇹
Distance
65 km
Climbing
6,500 m
Level
Open to all

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The Pisão Extreme is a technical skyrunning and mountain trail event traversing the steep ridges and rugged granite slopes of the Serra da Arada and Serra da Freita.

What this race demands

Pisão Extreme demands exceptional vertical resilience and technical descending skill to manage 6,500 meters of elevation gain across 65 kilometers of steep mountain terrain.

Extreme Climbing Volume

The ratio of 6,500 meters of gain over 65 kilometers requires sustained muscular endurance for continuous steep ascents over long durations.

Technical Descending

Traversing the rugged granite slopes and steep ridges of Serra da Arada and Serra da Freita places high eccentric load on the lower limbs.

Extended Duration

Covering this mountain trail event will take many hours, requiring efficient pacing and metabolic stability.

A consumption rate of 60 to 90 grams of carbohydrates per hour is required to sustain energy output across the extended duration of this mountain event.

Estimated finish times

Competitive (sub-3h marathon ability)9:30–11:00h
Advanced (sub-3:30 marathon ability)11:00–13:00h
Mid-pack (sub-4h marathon ability)13:00–15:30h
First-timer / Finisher15:30–18:00h

Estimates by level, not promises. Your own number depends on your fitness on the day.

Frequently asked questions

When is Pisão Extreme?

Pisão Extreme took place on Sun, Oct 4, 2026 in São Pedro do Sul, Portugal.

How long is Pisão Extreme?

The main route is 65 km.

What does Pisão Extreme demand?

Pisão Extreme demands exceptional vertical resilience and technical descending skill to manage 6,500 meters of elevation gain across 65 kilometers of steep mountain terrain.

How much climbing does Pisão Extreme have?

Pisão Extreme has 6,500 m of climbing.

Who is Pisão Extreme for?

Pisão Extreme is open to all participants.

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