Experience the thrill of running inside a volcanic caldera at the 5th edition of the 7 Cities Ultimate Trail (7CUT) on Saturday, May 23, 2026, on São Miguel Island in the Azores. This event offers five distinct races, all utilizing the spectacular trails around the Sete Cidades volcano and its famous lagoons (Verde, Azul, Empadadas, Canário). The Around the Volcanic Trail (7CUT40) is a circular course traversing the volcano's ridge, highest peaks, beautiful lagoons, and the famous 7 Cities tunnel. The Scenic Trail (7CUT20) is a circular race capturing the essence of the volcano with high views and viewpoints. For a shorter challenge, the Landscapes Trail (7CUT10) showcases unique perspectives of the volcano and lagoon area. The Green & Blue Trail is a low-difficulty route running solely through the two main lagoons. Finally, the Discovery Trail offers an introductory path through lush lagoon passages. The Start, Finish Line, and Secretariat are all conveniently located at the 7 Cities Campsite, making this an unmissable destination race for trail runners seeking dramatic coastal and volcanic scenery.
Races Offered
7CUT40
May 23, 2026
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44K
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07:00
7CUT20
May 23, 2026
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23.6K
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09:00
7CUT10 Run
May 23, 2026
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12K
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10:00
7CUT10 Walk
May 23, 2026
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9.2K
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10:00
Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Ponta Delgada.
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15.2° / 19.4°
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14.2° / 18.3°
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Avg sunshine hours
11h 12m
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Avg rainfall
4.6 mm
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Avg snowfall
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Avg wind speed
13.1 km/h (Gentle breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
Moderate
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Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
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Max UV Index
High (6.0)
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Humidity
85.6%
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Sunrise
06:32
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Sunset
20:45
About Ponta Delgada
Learn more about the host city, Ponta Delgada.
Ponta Delgada is the largest city in the Azores archipelago. It is on the island of São Miguel, and was home to 67,000 people in 2021. It is an important administrative, industrial and agricultural centre, and the home of the University of the Azores.
