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ARM CT EN v3
ARM CT EN v3
CT- Portugal
Association Reference Manual (ARM)
Authorised 01-Apr-2023
Association Manager Paulo Alexandre Teixeira, CT2IWW
Summits-on-the-Air An original concept by G3WGV and developed with G3CWI
Notice: “Summits on the Air”, “SOTA” and the SOTA logo are trademarks of the SOTA
Programme. This document is copyright of the Programme. All other trademarks and
copyrights referenced herein are acknowledged.
Summits on the Air – ARM Portugal (CT)
1 Table of contents
1 Table of contents................................................................................................................... 2
2 Changelog .............................................................................................................................. 4
3 Association Reference Data .................................................................................................. 5
3.1 Association parameters................................................................................................. 5
3.1.1 Scoring system....................................................................................................... 5
3.2 General information ...................................................................................................... 5
3.3 Rights of way and access issues .................................................................................... 6
3.4 Maps and navigation ..................................................................................................... 6
3.5 Foreign Amateur Radio Operators in Portugal.............................................................. 6
3.6 Awards........................................................................................................................... 7
3.7 Safety............................................................................................................................. 7
3.8 Disclaimer ...................................................................................................................... 8
4 Summit Reference Data ........................................................................................................ 8
4.1 Minho (MN) ................................................................................................................... 8
4.1.1 Region notes .......................................................................................................... 8
4.1.2 Table of summits ................................................................................................... 8
4.2 Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro (TM) ............................................................................. 10
4.2.1 Region notes ........................................................................................................ 10
4.2.2 Table of summits ................................................................................................. 10
4.3 Douro Litoral (DL) ........................................................................................................ 12
4.3.1 Region notes ........................................................................................................ 12
4.3.2 Table of summits ................................................................................................. 12
4.4 Beira Alta (BA) ............................................................................................................. 13
4.4.1 Region notes ........................................................................................................ 13
4.4.2 Table of summits ................................................................................................. 13
4.5 Beira Litoral (BL) .......................................................................................................... 14
4.5.1 Region notes ........................................................................................................ 14
4.5.2 Table of summits ................................................................................................. 14
4.6 Beira Baixa (BB) ........................................................................................................... 15
4.6.1 Region notes ........................................................................................................ 15
4.6.2 Table of summits ................................................................................................. 15
4.7 Ribatejo (RB)................................................................................................................ 16
4.7.1 Region notes ........................................................................................................ 16
4.7.2 Table of summits ................................................................................................. 16
4.8 Estremadura (ES) ......................................................................................................... 16
2 Changelog
Date Version Details
01-Mar-11 1.0 First formal issue of this document.
01-Oct-15 1.0 PT First issue of this document in Portuguese.
01-Feb-17 2.0 Second version of this document.
Modifications made:
• Corrections (terminology).
• Mods made to accommodate a more modern text.
01-Nov-18 2.1 Pedro Carvalho CT1DBS/CU3HF appointed as new AM for CT
association, previously was Manuel Marques, CT1BWW
Some new Regional Managers appointed (see under
Summit Reference Data for each region).
Website address for Portugal SOTA Award Program changed
to https://ctsota.wordpress.com/
06-Mar-21 2.2 Paulo Alexandre Teixeira CT2IWW appointed as new AM
for CT, previously Pedro Carvalho CT1DBS (SK).
New regional manager appointed for AL, BT and RB
regions.
01-Apr-23 3.0 Major revisions and updates to the text of the ARM,
including information about operating on areas protected
by communications authority ANACOM or conservation
agency ICNF. Major revision of all the summit locations.
New regional manager appointments. Website for the CT
Association changed to https://sotaportugal.pt/
There is a seasonal bonus of 3 points for activations on peaks >=1000m A.S.L. in the period of 1
December to 15 March, inclusive. This seasonal bonus is attributed due to the winter period
raising the probabilities of activators encountering freezing temperatures and snow.
The regions of the CT Association are based on the old Portuguese province system1. All regions
have the same points rationing scheme.
The qualification rules of a summit are determined by the General Rules of the SOTA
programme2. Any requests for qualifying a new summit should be accompanied of proof of
compliance with these rules. These should be independent, and verifiable sources.
The CT Association does not make any claims about its summit database completeness. New
summits can only be added after approval by the SOTA Management Team (MT). Summits
cannot be counted for points until a launch date and reference number has been allocated by
the Association Manager (AM) and approved by the MT. Activations on new summits are only
valid from the selected launch date.
There is an unwritten rule which that you should greet (“Hello”, “Good Morning/Afternoon”,
etc. (in Portuguese “Bom Dia”, “Boa Tarde”)) to other people that you meet trailing to the
summit.
1
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Provinces_of_Portugal
2
https://sotastore.blob.core.windows.net/docs/SOTA-General-Rules-April-2015.pdf
As far as the CT Association is aware, there are not summits in closed private property. However,
if one is found, activators will need owner's permission before attempting activation.
Some protected regions like National Parks (“Parques Nacionais”) or Natural Reservations
(“Reservas Naturais”) have special access rules, which can include pre-clearance for vehicle or
even foot access. More information can be found on the webpage of the national Institute for
the Conservation of Nature and Forests (“Instituto de Conservação da Natureza e das Florestas”
(ICNF))5.
Many Portuguese municipalities provide Geographic Information Systems (GIS). These can be a
good source of localized information.
Another possible source is Direção Geral do Território8 where it is possible to use their online
GIS.
Many fellow SOTA activators share their hiking paths in places like SOTA Maps9 or Wikiloc10.
However, these might not be entirely accurate. Remember, what’s in front of you is more
important than whatever the GPS navigation is saying.
Many areas of Portugal are covered by APRS. Digital APRS via DMR is also an option, as there is
a relatively good coverage of DMR repeaters in Portugal. Instructions can be found at the
website of the DMR-Portugal team11.
3
http://www.fcmportugal.com/percursos.aspx
4
https://www.anacom.pt/render.jsp?categoryId=392348&languageId=1
5
https://www.icnf.pt/oquefazemos/materiaisinformativoseeducativos/areasprotegidas
6
https://www.igeoe.pt/index.php?id=1
7
https://www.igeoe.pt/index.php?id=107&cat=4&prod=51
8
http://mapas.dgterritorio.pt/viewer/index.html
9
https://www.sotamaps.org/tracks
10
https://www.wikiloc.com/trails/outdoor/portugal
11
https://wiki.brandmeister.network/index.php/Portugal#APRS
For holders of CEPT, CEPT novice, or HAREC licenses, the prefixes that should be used are:
• CT7/, for amateur radio licenses 1/A/Full, or other equivalent to HAREC license or a full
CEPT license, according to the CEPT Recommendation T/R 61-01 (CEPT Radio Amateur
License).
• CS7/, for amateur radio licenses 2, or any “CEPT novice” equivalent), according to the
CEPT ECC Recommendation (05)06 (CEPT Novice Radio Amateur License).
Operators must comply with their license and keep it with them. The Portuguese amateur radio
band-plan can be found online12.
Activators (portable stations) should add “/P” to the call sign (ex: CT7/G5RV/P).
Any amateur radio operators who stay in the country for more than 3 months should contact
ANACOM to obtain a Portuguese amateur radio license. An HAREC certificate will be needed.
More contact information can be found at ANACOM website’s contact page13.
3.6 Awards
There are SOTA CT Association specific awards for those activating Portuguese Summits or
chasing them. For more details, please consult the Portugal SOTA Award Program at the
Association’s website14.
3.7 Safety
Before hiking to a summit, always ask for weather forecast or check it on the Portuguese official
weather institute (IPMA)’s website15.
Portugal can be extremely warm during the summer, when temperature can raise over 40
degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit), but it is worth remembering that all mountains can
still be inhospitable places at any time of year. Weather in these areas can change rapidly and
you should always be prepared for strong wind, intense sun, rain, or snow, especially over 1000
meters A.S.L.
During the summer, there is a considerable risk of forest or bush fires as the natural vegetation
dries out. Take care not to start fires, and always be aware of the dangers involved, especially at
times of high risk. The fire risk index is online on IPMA’s website16. If the fire risk index is high,
authorities can ban any activities in the forest or nearby, including – but not limited to – walking,
hiking, or camping. For more details, contact the civil protection service (ANEPC), the local fire
brigade, police station, or the city hall.
You should never venture into Portugal’s major mountains without walking boots, warm
clothing, map, compass and/or GPS and local advice. In the summer, it’s advisable to prevent
dehydration by drinking a lot of water and to use high factor protection sunscreen across all
exposed skin and wearing a hat.
12
https://www.anacom.pt/streaming/anexo6_Adenda_2013_QNAF.pdf?contentId=1172997&field=ATTAC
HED_FILE
13
https://www.anacom.pt/render.jsp?categoryId=2559
14
https://sotaportugal.pt/
15
https://www.ipma.pt/en/index.html
16
https://www.ipma.pt/en/riscoincendio/rcm.pt/index.jsp#
In case of emergency, you should call 112 (European Emergency Number). This number works
in any mobile, even without roaming, and it’s free of charge. Operators can answer in
Portuguese and English.
Mobile phone coverage in mountainous regions is reasonably good on high ground. However, it
can be non-existent in remote valleys or on slopes facing away from major areas of population,
roads, etc.
3.8 Disclaimer
Hiking, rock climbing, or any other kind of mountaineering activities are potentially hazardous.
The SOTA Management Team, the CT Association and their representatives do not accept
responsibility from any death or injury occurring during SOTA activities. Each participant
participates in the programme at their own risk and must decide, based on their own skills,
whether an objective is achievable or not.
The inclusion of a summit in this Reference Manual does not indicate that it is safe or even
possible to access the summit. The Summit Reference data is not guaranteed to be accurate,
and no reliance should be placed upon it.
It worth seeking local advice for all but the simplest of expeditions.
The only National Park is in this region. It is the Parque Nacional da Peneda-Gerês.
17
https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Minho_(prov%C3%ADncia)
Senhora dos
CT/MN-047 410 1345 41,4047 -8,3435 23/04/2011 - 1
Montes
Monte de
CT/MN-048 344 1129 41,9064 -8,7764 23/04/2011 - 1
Goios
CT/MN-049 Castro 334 1096 41,4183 -8,4037 23/04/2011 - 1
Monte da
CT/MN-050 301 988 41,4557 -8,5852 23/04/2011 - 1
Saia
Pico da
CT/MN-051 1541 5056 41,8249 -8,0411 01/04/2023 - 10
Nevosa
CT/MN-052 Giestoso 1336 4383 42,0398 -8,1030 01/04/2023 - 10
CT/MN-053 Outeiro Alvo 1314 4311 42,0069 -8,2229 01/04/2023 - 10
CT/MN-054 Pedreira 851 2792 41,4656 -8,0754 01/04/2023 - 6
Nossa
CT/MN-055 Senhora do 851 2792 41,4119 -8,0628 01/04/2023 - 6
Viso
CT/MN-056 Pedra Alçada 742 2434 41,8296 -8,7454 01/04/2023 - 4
CT/MN-057 Santa Cruz 571 1873 41,6744 -8,3312 01/04/2023 - 1
CT/MN-058 Lajedas 556 1824 41,5176 -8,2426 01/04/2023 - 1
CT/MN-059 São Gonçalo 488 1601 41,5869 -8,6747 01/04/2023 - 1
CT/MN-060 Penedice 465 1526 41,4766 -8,4124 01/04/2023 - 1
CT/MN-061 Franqueira 297 974 41,4894 -8,6455 01/04/2023 - 1
Castelo do
CT/MN-062 189 620 41,6303 -8,7932 01/04/2023 - 1
Neiva
4.2 Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro (TM)
Naming format: CT/TM-###
Region manager: Paulo Teixeira, CT2IWW, ct2iww (at) gmail.com.
18
https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tr%C3%A1s-os-Montes_e_Alto_Douro
19
https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Douro_Litoral
20
https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beira_Alta
21
https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beira_Litoral
Serra do
CT/BL-022 532 1745 40,0308 -8,5004 23/04/2011 - 1
Rabaçal
CT/BL-023 Monte de Vez 512 1680 40,0001 -8,4039 23/04/2011 - 1
Serra do
CT/BL-024 515 1690 40,8648 -8,4244 23/04/2011 - 1
Pereiro
Serra de Santa
CT/BL-025 492 1614 40,2112 -8,1507 23/04/2011 - 1
Quitéria
CT/BL-026 Cômoros 458 1503 40,2241 -8,3081 23/04/2011 - 1
CT/BL-027 Chãs 413 1355 40,1663 -8,3493 23/04/2011 - 1
São Pedro de
CT/BL-028 1342 4403 40,2156 -7,8180 01/04/2023 - 10
Açor
Alto da
CT/BL-029 Senhora da 720 2362 40,9372 -8,2200 01/04/2023 - 4
Mó
Senhora da
CT/BL-030 693 2274 40,0796 -7,7473 01/04/2023 - 2
Peneda
CT/BL-031 Pega 328 1076 40,0773 -8,4617 01/04/2023 - 1
22
https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beira_Baixa
23
https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ribatejo
24
https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Estremadura
25
https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alto_Alentejo_(sub-regi%C3%A3o)
Monte de
CT/AA-008 489 1604 38,8749 -7,2636 23/04/2011 - 1
Vila Boim
São Miguel
CT/AA-009 463 1519 39,5755 -7,6301 23/04/2011 - 1
de Nisa
Penha do
CT/AA-010 836 2743 39,3773 -7,4172 01/04/2023 - 4
Alto
CT/AA-011 São Sebastião 441 1447 38,5769 -8,1131 01/04/2023 - 1
26
https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baixo_Alentejo_(sub-regi%C3%A3o)
27
https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Algarve