On 7 December 2025, the 26ᵃ Volta Internacional da Pampulha returns, staging an ~18 km road race around the Lagoa da Pampulha in Belo Horizonte. The course begins and ends near the Mineirão stadium and circles the iconic lake, passing architectural landmarks such as the Casa do Baile and the Church of São Francisco. Over the years, the route has varied between ~17.8 km and ~18.65 km depending on start/finish placement and direction of running. The event is organized by Yescom and draws both national and international runners, often seen as a late-season benchmark and warm-up for São Silvestre. It offers full race infrastructure—aid stations, chip timing, kit pickup, medical support—and celebrates the city’s cultural and architectural heritage along its course.
Race
18 km
The Volta Internacional da Pampulha 18 km, organized by Yescom / Volta da Pampulha, will take place on 7 December 2025 in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil, tracing the scenic loop around the Lagoa da Pampulha.
Weather based on historical averages.
FAQs
What is the Volta Int'l da Pampulha?
How long is the Volta Int'l da Pampulha?
Where does the Volta Int'l da Pampulha take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Volta Int'l da Pampulha?
How can I prepare for the Volta Int'l da Pampulha?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Volta Int'l da Pampulha?
The Volta Internacional da Pampulha 18 km, organized by Yescom / Volta da Pampulha, will take place on 7 December 2025 in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil, tracing the scenic loop around the Lagoa da Pampulha.
The Volta Int'l da Pampulha is 18km long.
The Volta Int'l da Pampulha takes place in Belo Horizonte, Brazil.
Runna classifies the Volta Int'l da Pampulha elevation profile as Rolling.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Volta Int'l da Pampulha?
The Volta Internacional da Pampulha 18 km, organized by Yescom / Volta da Pampulha, will take place on 7 December 2025 in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil, tracing the scenic loop around the Lagoa da Pampulha.
How long is the Volta Int'l da Pampulha?
The Volta Int'l da Pampulha is 18km long.
Where does the Volta Int'l da Pampulha take place?
The Volta Int'l da Pampulha takes place in Belo Horizonte, Brazil.
What is the elevation gain of the Volta Int'l da Pampulha?
Runna classifies the Volta Int'l da Pampulha elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the Volta Int'l da Pampulha?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Volta Int'l da Pampulha?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
More
Sport:
Running
This event listing is for informational purposes only. Runna is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Volta Int'l da Pampulha or Yescom. All event details are based on publicly available information and are provided solely to help users discover running events. Runna does not use any official logos, images, or proprietary content from this event or its organiser. Any trademarks or names mentioned are used descriptively to identify the event in a factual manner. For the most accurate and up to date information (including to register or purchase an entry to the event), please visit the Volta Int'l da Pampulha website.