Trail races in Andalusia — April 2026
Andalusia offers spectacular trail running terrain, from the peaks of Sierra Nevada to the trails of Serranía de Ronda and the coast.
5 races scheduled
Season essentials
Get ready for spring racing
Shoes, poles and a pack: the essentials before the first long races.
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For your vertical km
Poles, grippy shoes and a light vest for a 1,000 m climb.
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For a short race
Shoes, socks and sun protection: just what you need to run fast.
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For a mid-distance race
Shoes, vest and hydration for 21-42 km without suffering.
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For a long race
Vest, headlamp and nutrition for all those hours in the mountains.
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For your ultra
A watch with battery to spare, a powerful headlamp and poles: the gear that can't fail.
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CxM Villa de Casares
Casares · Andalusia
21 · 14 kmIntermediate
XI Carrera del Espárrago 51
Alcalá del Valle · Andalusia
21 kmIntermediate
IV CxM Silvia Lara
Cazorla · Andalusia
21 · 12 kmIntermediate
Season essentials
Get ready for spring racing
Shoes, poles and a pack: the essentials before the first long races.
- #1 · Best OverallSalomon Sense Ride 5View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
- #2 · Best OverallBlack Diamond Distance Carbon ZView on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
- #3 · Best OverallSalomon ADV Skin 12 SetView on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)
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VIII Trail El Calvario del Dragón
Osuna · Andalusia
23 · 12 kmIntermediate
Trail Loja - Abades Stone Race
Loja, Granada · Andalusia
34.9 · 11.9 kmAdvanced
Explore by country, month and goal
Climate in Andalusia: Andalusian summers are extreme inland, with temperatures exceeding 40 °C in low valleys. However, Sierra Nevada allows summer running above 2,000 meters with pleasant temperatures. Autumn and spring are the golden season: mild temperatures, long days and spectacular landscapes. Winter is viable on the coast and lower ranges, but snow covers Sierra Nevada from December to April.
Race summary
5
Races
11.95 – 34.92 km
Distance range
0 – 4,038 D+
Elevation range
Apr
Race months
Difficulty
Tips for running in Andalusia in april
Always carry a lightweight waterproof windbreaker in your pack: spring storms arrive without warning.
April is a transition month: you may need short sleeves in the valley and long sleeves at the summit in the same race.
Springs and streams usually carry water in April: even so, do not drink from natural sources without filtering.
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Scheduled races
CxM Villa de Casares
Casares
21K and 14K through Sierra Crestellina from Casares (Malaga)
XI Carrera del Espárrago 51
Alcalá del Valle
21K mountain trail in Alcalá del Valle, Sierra de Cádiz
IV CxM Silvia Lara
Cazorla
21K and 12K through the Sierra de Cazorla trails from the heart of Jaén
VIII Trail El Calvario del Dragón
Osuna
23K and 12K through the streams and pine forests of Osuna, final of the Seville Mountain Running Cup
Trail Loja - Abades Stone Race
Loja, Granada
35 km with 4,038 m D+ through the karst landscapes of Loja (Granada)
Essential trail running gear
Must-have gear to prepare for your mountain races
Black Diamond
Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z
Ultralight carbon Z-pole foldable trekking poles. 137 g per pole in 110 cm length, 33 cm folded. EVA grip and adjustable strap. The trail running reference.
Hoka
Hoka Speedgoat 7
The best-selling trail shoe in the US and an absolute ultra-trail classic. Max Hoka cushioning, a Vibram Megagrip outsole with 5 mm lugs for grip in mud and technical terrain, and a snug Matryx upper. Built to eat up kilometres without punishing your legs in long races.
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