Ultra Trail Run Nordeste Etapa Gravatá

The Ultra Trail Run Nordeste – Etapa Gravatá is a high-endurance trail running event scheduled for Sunday, April 26, 2026, in the mountainous interior of Pernambuco, Brazil. Centered in the city of Gravatá, the competition is designed for athletes seeking extreme challenges, featuring a grueling 50 km Ultra Trail alongside more accessible 5 km and 10 km distances. The race traverses a diverse landscape of rural roads, technical single-track trails, and the rugged natural terrain of the Pernambucan hinterland. Due to the logistical complexity of the 50 km course, the event enforces strict mandatory equipment rules and starts in the early pre-dawn hours to accommodate the extended duration of the ultra-marathon.

Gravatá is located in the Agreste region of Pernambuco, approximately 80 kilometers from the state capital, Recife. The city has a population of roughly 86,000 residents. The demographic profile is primarily Pardo (mixed-race) at 54.4%, followed by White at 38.2%, and Black at 6.8%. Gravatá is a major tourism hub, often referred to as the "Nordic Switzerland" because of its altitude and cooler temperatures relative to the coastal areas. The median annual household income in the region is approximately R$ 18,500. Geographically, Gravatá sits in the Borborema Plateau at an elevation of 447 meters, characterized by rocky outcrops and rolling hills. In late April, the climate is pleasantly mild; daytime highs average 27°C (81°F), but temperatures for the 3:00 AM start can be as low as 18°C (64°F), providing ideal conditions for long-distance running.

The event logistics are centered at the Pátio de Eventos Chucre Mussa Zarzar, which serves as both the start and finish line. To ensure athlete safety in the remote sections of the 50 km course, the organization may provide portable GPS tracking devices for participants. Cash prizes and special trophies are awarded to the top four overall male and female finishers in each distance category. Athletes must collect their kits, which include a 100% polyamide shirt and timing chip, on April 24th at the Praça da Matriz. With a cap of 1,000 participants and a focus on self-sufficiency for the ultra-marathon runners, this race is a significant stop on the regional trail circuit, highlighting the natural beauty and challenging elevations of the Pernambucan interior.