The Azores Islands Swimrun stage is the marks the beginning of the 2020 season of the Swimrun PT Circuit and will be the debut of our sport in the Azorean territory, more specifically on the island of S. Miguel.

The island of S. Miguel has, in its official network, a total of 80 walking routes that account for a total length of more than 800 km. Taking advantage of the mild climate that occurs throughout the year, it is undoubtedly a unique destination for adventure and nature sports any time of the year.

The event will take place in the municipality of Vila Franca do Campo, the 1st capital of the Island of São Miguel, well known for its natural beauty, the race highlight will be the race start from the Ilhéu de Vila Franca do Campo.

Located in front of the village of Vila Franca do Campo, about 1 km from the coast, this location is the result of the crater of an ancient submerged volcano, considering one of the main tourist attractions on the island of São Miguel, especially since the stage the Red Bull Cliff Diving world circuit - the world cliff diving championship.

The remaining course has several forays into stunning trails that surround the entire slope, including the trail of the 4 Factories of Light passing through the Cascade do Segredo and also incursions and crossings on the beaches of Pedreira and Água d'Alto.