What is the event schedule?

The event runs from July 3-5, 2026, with starts on July 3 at 22:00 (HELL160) and July 4 at 08:30/09:00 (HELL100).

Registrations are done online on the official platform until May 31, 2026, with payment required for confirmation.

Where is the start and finish?

The start and finish are at the A-do Pinto Multipurpose Pavilion, Serpa, Portugal.

What equipment is mandatory?

Mandatory equipment includes hydration pack/belt, headlamp, thermal blanket, whistle, charged phone, visible bib, and GPS.

How to contact the organization?

Contact via phone 916640924 or email hell160.organizacao@gmail.com for more info.

HELL160 Shadows and Dust 2026 | A do Pinto, Serpa | Jul 3-5

About the Event

🚀 HELL160 Shadows and Dust 2026

Get ready for one of Portugal's ultimate ultra-endurance challenges! HELL160 is an epic race crossing the Alentejo region, honoring the strength and resilience of athletes and local people.

Organized by the Hell160 Sports and Cultural Association, in partnership with Serpa Municipality and local entities, this event takes place on July 3-5, 2026, supervised by the Beja Athletics Association. More than a race, it is a unique cultural and sporting experience celebrating the spirit of Alentejo.

The circular routes follow the GR15 and paths along the Guadiana river, featuring dirt roads, asphalt, and trails through cork oak forests. Start and finish at the A-do Pinto Multipurpose Pavilion, with official markings and checkpoints. The race is fully self-supported with mandatory GPS and aid stations.

🏔️ Races

HELL160 Solo – ±165 km · Start 22:00 (July 3) · Cutoff 36h · 100 spots
HELL100 Solo – ±104 km · Start 09:00 (July 4) · Cutoff 24h · 100 spots
HELL100 Doubles – ±104 km · Start 09:00 (July 4) · Cutoff 24h · 25 teams
HELL100 Teams (5 members) – ±104 km · Start 09:00 (July 4) · Cutoff 24h · 10 teams
HELL100 Relays (2 members) – ±114 km (2 legs) · Start 09:00 (July 4) · Cutoff 24h · 10 teams
HELL100 Relays (4 members) – ±104 km (4 legs) · Start 09:00 (July 4) · Cutoff 24h · 20 teams
HELL100 Bike – ±104 km · Start 08:30 (July 4) · Cutoff 12h · 100 spots

⏰ Schedule

Fri, July 3: 15:00-19:00 Registration and bib pickup
19:00-21:00 Pasta Party
21:15 Technical briefing
21:30 Opening ceremony
22:00 HELL160 Solo start
Sat, July 4: 07:00 Registration
08:00 Technical briefing
08:30 HELL100 Bike start
09:00 HELL100 Solo, Doubles, Teams, Relays start
Sun, July 5: 09:00 Last athletes finish
12:00 Community lunch
14:00 Awards ceremony and closing

🎽 Registration includes Bib and chip, GPS tracker for live tracking, athlete bag, pasta party, aid stations, sports insurance, finisher medal/trophy, community lunch, medical assistance, showers, sports massage, transport if withdrawing, and name on the Wall of Legends.

🏆 Prizes Medals and trophies for all finishers and podiums in all categories. Handmade leather bracelet for HELL160 Solo finishers.

🏅 Circuit Standalone event.

🔥 Take on the challenge and join this unforgettable adventure in the heart of Alentejo! 🏃‍♂️💨