A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE IN SÃO MIGUEL ISLAND - AZORES
REGISTRATION OPEN
EVENT DATE: 20.09.2025
REGISTRATION PERIOD
| Now | Registration Period | Dates | TdM Kids | TdM Adapted | TdM Hike | TdM Mini Trail | TdM Sprint | TdM Trail |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | 1st Phase | 03/MAR to 14/APR | 5 € | 5 € | 13 € | 15 € | 16 € | 23 € |
| Open | 2nd Phase | 15/APR to 01/AUG | 5 € | 5 € | 15 € | 17,5 € | 22,5 € | 27,5 € |
| Closed | 3rd Phase * | 02/AUG to 07/SEP | 5 € | 5 € | 20 € | 22,5 € | 30 € | 35 € |
*ATTENTION: The event t-shirt has an additional cost of 8 EUR (except for TdM Kids and TdM Adapted Sports). In the 3rd REGISTRATION PHASE, availability is limited to existing stock. 1 EUR from the registration fee will be donated to a charitable organization.
GETTING TO PONTA DELGADA - DIRECT FLIGHT OPTIONS (SEPTEMBER 2025)
Flying to São Miguel is easier than ever. In the week of the race – especially on Friday, 19 September 2025 – João Paulo II Airport (PDL) welcomes a full slate of non‑stop flights from North America and Europe. Below is a snapshot you can trust when planning your trip.
1. North America
| City | Airline | Frequency in Sept ’25 | Typical arrival (PDL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston (BOS) | Azores Airlines | Daily | ~06:20 |
| Toronto (YYZ) | Azores Airlines | Daily | ~06:10 |
| Montreal (YUL) | Azores Airlines | Wed & Fri | ~07:05 |
| New York ‑ JFK | Azores Airlines / United codeshare | Tue & Fri | ~07:10 |
* Flight time: 4½–5 h • Overnight departures, sunrise landings – perfect for a full day to settle in.
2. United Kingdom & Ireland
| City | Airline | Days of operation | Arrival |
|---|---|---|---|
| London ‑ Heathrow (LHR) | British Airways | Mon • Wed • Fri | 12:55 |
| London ‑ Stansted (STN) | Ryanair | Mon • Fri | 11:05 |
3. Mainland Europe
| City | Airline(s) | Days | Arrival |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frankfurt (FRA) | Lufthansa / Azores Airlines | Mon • Wed • Fri | 08:45 |
| Paris ‑ CDG | Azores Airlines | Mon • Fri | 14:55 |
| Amsterdam (AMS) | Azores Airlines | Mon • Fri | 15:10 |
| Zurich (ZRH) | Azores Airlines | Mon • Fri | 15:25 |
| Brussels ‑ Charleroi (CRL) | Ryanair | Mon • Wed • Fri | 12:15 |
| Barcelona (BCN) | Azores Airlines | Tue • Fri | 14:45 |
| Bilbao (BIO) | Azores Airlines | Fri | 13:45 |
| Milan ‑ Malpensa (MXP) | Azores Airlines | Fri | 20:40 |
| Gran Canaria (LPA) | Azores Airlines | Fri | 17:25 |
* Most flights operate April‑October and run right through race weekend.
4. Mainland Portugal & Madeira (for onward connections)
Multiple daily services link Lisbon (LIS), Porto (OPO) and Funchal ‑ Madeira (FNC) to Ponta Delgada. If you can’t fly direct, connecting through Lisbon or Porto is seamless – both airports handle dozens of European and intercontinental arrivals each day.
TIPS FOR YOUR STAY
Pre‑race shake‑outs & light adventures
Lagoa das Sete Cidades sunrise jog – 5‑km loop on the crater rim; breathtaking vistas without ruining your legs.
Stand‑up paddle on Lagoa das Furnas – calm water, perfect for loosening stiff travel muscles.
Tea estate run‑through – jog the trails that weave through Europe’s only tea plantations (Gorreana & Porto Formoso) and finish with a free tasting.
Post‑race recovery & relaxation
Thermal soak at Poça da Dona Beija or Terra Nostra – natural 38 °C pools to soothe tired quads (evening entry until 23:00).
Caldeira Velha waterfall plunge – alternating hot‑spring pools and a cold waterfall boost circulation.
Sports massage on demand – partner clinics in Ponta Delgada offer race‑weekend discounts; bookable when you register.
High‑adrenaline add‑ons
Canyoning in Ribeira dos Caldeirões – rappel waterfalls and jump crystal pools (half‑day; all gear supplied).
Shark‑&‑Manta snorkeling at Banco Condor – seasonal pelagic encounters (Sept. is prime).
Surf session at Santa Bárbara beach – board rental and début lessons 15 min from the city.
Family‑friendly excursions
Whale‑watching cruises – four departures daily; 98 % sighting success in September.
Islet of Vila Franca do Campo – snorkel the volcanic caldera turned marine reserve (limited visitor slots – reserve early).
Pineapple greenhouses tour – short, fun and sweet (literally!) in the Arrifes district.
Taste of the island
“Cozido das Furnas” lunch – traditional stew slow‑cooked in volcanic soil; pre‑order to secure a table.
Cheese & craft‑beer pairing – local dairies meet Azorean micro‑brews in a guided evening session.
Street‑food crawl in downtown PDL – sample lapas (limpets), queijadas and gin‑based Azorean cocktails.
PARCEIROS
